What The LDI Does For Development In London

Our Role in London

The London Development Institute (LDI) is a member-based organization representing most land developers in the London area. LDI has been the leading voice on development issues in our City for more than 40 years. Our goal, working with our partners in local government and the community, is to build a better London.

Our Core Advocacy Functions

Represent and present LDI positions to City Council, UTRCA and the Province of Ontario

Attend and participate, as needed, all committees and public meeting events that affect the development industry 

Promote the development industry interests using available communication tools

Work on immediate issues to improve current service levels in development, planning and building departments 

Proactively promote the interests of the development industry through ongoing relationships with elected officials and staff including the senior management at City Hall

Primary Policy Activity for 2025

UTRCA
Work to achieve change in the CA’s interaction with the industry to improve the delivery of service and accountability in the planning application process
Urban Growth Boundary
Get the city to start the process of review for the current growth boundary
Housing Affordability
Work on opportunities for the private sector development industry to improve the affordability of housing in London
Environmental Management Guidelines
Work to improve the proposed updated guidelines
Dingman EA
Achieve an appropriate and accurate flood line to protect development opportunities
Development Fees Review
Work to ensure city development fees are accurate and accountable
Rethink Zoning
Work to make sure flexibility is built into new zoning by-laws
Continuous Improvement Process at City Hall
Work to reduce the amount of red tape in the development applications processes
Promote LDI Initiated Policy Changes
For example, the VLC public meeting requirements, Archaeological report process portal at the Province of Ontario
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