Mayor’s Statement on 405 James St N (Jamesville) Development Delay

HAMILTON, ON - Today, Council received an update on the progress of the 405 James St N (Jamesville) development project. Once again, CN Rail is continuing to obstruct progress on this desperately needed housing project. I’ve been outraged – and remain outraged – that these delays continue.

Housing is a human right. I’ve said this repeatedly - The creation of affordable housing along Rapid Transit Corridors is a priority. It is my priority, it is the City’s priority, and it is the province’s priority.

Let me be clear: the City is doing everything we can to move this development forward, as are CityHousing Hamilton and the development group. This location has the available land and base infrastructure in place; the ward Councillor has engaged in continuous community consultations, and Council has approved the proposed design. We could begin to move ahead with this housing tomorrow.

It is high time for CN Rail to step up and resolve this. I will continue to do everything in my power to get a resolution.