Thomas Yanuziello, Ward 2.pdf

Thomas Yanuziello, a councillor candidate in Etobicoke, Ward 2, City of Toronto, provided answers to three questions related to the built environment.

To address the housing affordability crisis, he proposes implementing the platform published by More Neighbours TO, which includes legalizing housing for all, making sensible rules, building affordable housing, ensuring community consultations, and taxing fairly. He also suggests forming a dedicated affordable housing task force.

To reduce carbon emissions, he prioritizes densification of housing, Complete Streets, and incentivizing developers to use alternative heating sources. He also emphasizes the need to stop expanding fossil fuel infrastructure.

To ensure design excellence in public spaces, he suggests setting city-wide standards, adopting the 3-30-300 rule for equitable access to greenspace, and providing funding for public community programs. He also recommends adopting Complete Streets, Chicago's public art policy, and responsible stewardship of natural resources like ravines.