𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐔𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬.
Exploring new frontiers in urban living, today's video dives into the trend of building smaller homes on smaller lots. Join our host, Matt Risinger, as he uncovers the challenges and unique solutions behind constructing laneway houses in Toronto, a city facing a housing crunch.
These compact accessory dwelling units are not just densifying neighbourhoods but are doing so sustainably, adding rental units or multi-gen living spaces. However, they require serious regulatory knowledge, innovative workarounds, and a delicate balancing act between code compliance and construction freedom.
Witness how prefab panels, screw down foundations, and continuous insulation are used for resilience without excavation, and how the new HCRA introduces transparency through robust training standards.
The video also addresses the industry's labour shortage, emphasizing the importance of inspiring the next generation of tradespeople. From hinging walls for tight spaces to future-proofing with metal siding, this project showcases the cutting edge of construction in compact urban infills.
Stay tuned as we delve into the challenges and solutions behind this new wave of urban living
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Vice President, Development US West Coast & Central at Clarion Partners
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