As Calgary’s municipal election heats up, housing and affordability emerged as the dominant issues during a mayoral forum held Monday by the Calgary Real Estate Board.

Candidates vying for the city’s top job faced pointed questions from residents and realtors alike, highlighting the urgency of tackling rising prices, limited supply, and controversial rezoning policies.

One of the most contentious topics was the city’s blanket rezoning policy, passed last year, which allows multi-unit developments in traditionally single-family neighbourhoods. Some candidates pledged to repeal the measure, citing community concerns, while others defended it as a necessary step toward increasing housing options and ensuring residents have a say in future developments.

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