Does density make homes more affordable? Tell us what you think

Vancouver has the highest population density in Canada, with more than 5,750 people per square kilometre, according to Statistics Canada. Toronto is second in density with 4,427 residents per square kilmometre.

In the United States, New York leads the way with 29,302 residents per square mile (75,892 residents per square kilometer), followed by San Francisco with 18,633 residents per square mile (48,254 residents per square kilometer), and Los Angeles with 8,304 residents per square mile (21,506 residents per square kilometer).

So, the question is if densification produces more affordable housing, why are Vancouver’s housing prices so expensive? What other factors are at play?

Tell us what you think. Send your comments to Harriet Permut, director of government relations at hpermut@rebgv.org.