Canning mayor warns housing reforms could price young families out of suburb
Mayor Patrick Hall warns WA's proposed R-Code changes could let developers subdivide thousands of properties in Canning, pushing house prices up and forcing young families out.
Why it mattersThe changes could remake Perth's suburbs in ways that take years to reverse, affecting house prices, school rolls, tree cover, and neighbourhood character.
AustraliaIf approved, the reforms will directly affect Perth residents' ability to afford homes and access to schools, green space, and street parking in their areas.
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