南胡隆开发商反对发展费用翻三番, 担心在衰退中住房负担能力及供应风险。 South Huron developers oppose tripling development fees, fearing housing affordability and supply risks amid recession.

南胡伦的当地开发商反对将开发费用从每户住宅单位6 206美元增至18 641美元, Local developers in South Huron oppose a proposed tripling of development charges, from $6,206 to $18,641 per residential unit, citing risks to housing affordability and project viability amid a recession. 这一增长与预计到2034年人口将增加2 000多人有关,将使费用在区域比较的上半部分仍低于附近地区。 The increase, tied to a projected population rise of over 2,000 by 2034, would place fees in the upper half of regional comparisons but still below nearby areas. 建筑商和理事会成员警告快速攀升可能会减少住房供应,给居民造成压力,敦促采取分阶段办法和进行更公开的协商。 Builders and council members warn the rapid hike could reduce housing supply and strain residents, urging a phased approach and more public consultation. 理事会推迟作出最后决定,以便能在一年期限之前进行进一步审查和提出意见。 Council has delayed final decisions to allow further review and input ahead of a one-year deadline.