On April 1, 2026, the Ontario government introduced Bill 98, the Building Homes and Improving Transportation Infrastructure Act, 2026.
Based on the sweeping changes to planning authorities proposed in this omnibus bill, now is a critical opportunity for stakeholders and rightsholders to weigh in on the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO). There are only a few weeks to respond to each, so our aim is to help you navigate those EROs related to municipal green development standards. TAF can share details on our own submissions in the coming weeks, but in the meantime, here are the links you need to get started:
026-0300: Consultation on all aspects of Bill 98.
- In general, this is where comments can be submitted to urge the province to protect municipalities’ authority to require low-carbon, efficient, and resilient development.
- Good provincial policy should enable and not limit local leadership on sustainability.
- Comments due April 29.
026-0309: Proposal to prohibit Green Development Standards.
- Feedback should emphasize that municipalities must retain authority to implement GDS and other lot level standards that support climate resilience and livable communities.
- Comments due May 14.
026-0310: Site plan control reform.
- Feedback should emphasize site plan control as a critical tool for sustainable and climate-resilient development.
- Comments due May 14.
026-0313: Comprehensive list of studies for complete applications.
- Feedback should emphasize preserving municipal authority to require studies that impact local emissions impacts and climate risks, particularly energy modelling reports, which are also required for many projects under the Ontario Building Code.
- Comments due May 14.
We’re open to your input and questions. Contact us at policy@taf.ca for more information.
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