We are updating our Urban Design Program to help create lively, well-designed communities. We also want to make it easier to build more homes and make housing more affordable.
Phase 1 of public engagement is now open
Watch our short video to learn what urban design is and how Mississauga is reviewing its Urban Design Program. Then take a quick survey to tell us what matters most to you.
A public open house will take place in fall 2026. Subscribe for email updates to stay informed.
About this project
The City of Mississauga is reviewing its Urban Design Program. This program includes the policies, guidelines and standards that shape how buildings, streets and public spaces look and feel across the city.
Mississauga is growing and changing. We need more housing and must respond to challenges such as affordability and climate change. At the same time, we want to keep high standards for design and quality of life.
The review will:
Look for ways to improve the program
Learn from ideas and practices used in other cities
Find ways to streamline the program to help speed up housing development
What is urban design?
Think about a building you like or how easy it is to walk in your neighbourhood. That’s urban design in action. It shapes how cities are built and how people experience them. Good urban design can help:
Make neighbourhoods easy and safe to walk in
Help make housing more attainable
Improve connections to transit
Create welcoming parks and public spaces
Use land, energy and resources wisely for today and for future generations
Video: Introducing the Urban Design Program Review
Learn more about urban design and how it affects everyday life in Mississauga. After watching, share your thoughts in the "Survey" or "Ask Us!" sections below.
Get involved
Your input is important.
Throughout this project, we will connect with residents, industry experts, First Nations and other groups. You can take part through online information, meetings and a public open house.
Your feedback will help shape the updated Urban Design Program so it reflects community needs and helps keeps Mississauga a great place to live.
We are updating our Urban Design Program to help create lively, well-designed communities. We also want to make it easier to build more homes and make housing more affordable.
Phase 1 of public engagement is now open
Watch our short video to learn what urban design is and how Mississauga is reviewing its Urban Design Program. Then take a quick survey to tell us what matters most to you.
A public open house will take place in fall 2026. Subscribe for email updates to stay informed.
About this project
The City of Mississauga is reviewing its Urban Design Program. This program includes the policies, guidelines and standards that shape how buildings, streets and public spaces look and feel across the city.
Mississauga is growing and changing. We need more housing and must respond to challenges such as affordability and climate change. At the same time, we want to keep high standards for design and quality of life.
The review will:
Look for ways to improve the program
Learn from ideas and practices used in other cities
Find ways to streamline the program to help speed up housing development
What is urban design?
Think about a building you like or how easy it is to walk in your neighbourhood. That’s urban design in action. It shapes how cities are built and how people experience them. Good urban design can help:
Make neighbourhoods easy and safe to walk in
Help make housing more attainable
Improve connections to transit
Create welcoming parks and public spaces
Use land, energy and resources wisely for today and for future generations
Video: Introducing the Urban Design Program Review
Learn more about urban design and how it affects everyday life in Mississauga. After watching, share your thoughts in the "Survey" or "Ask Us!" sections below.
Get involved
Your input is important.
Throughout this project, we will connect with residents, industry experts, First Nations and other groups. You can take part through online information, meetings and a public open house.
Your feedback will help shape the updated Urban Design Program so it reflects community needs and helps keeps Mississauga a great place to live.
Phase 1: Background Review and Early Engagement (Spring 2026 – Summer 2026)
Urban Design Program Review is currently at this stage
Review the Urban Design Program to understand what is working well and where improvements are needed. Gather early input from residents and interested groups.
