Sandy James
Canadaformer city plannerFemale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Sandy James is a former city planner in Vancouver, known for her critical perspective on urban development policies. She argues that current zoning regulations fail to promote affordable housing and that the drive for high-density projects undermines community needs. James advocates for a more measured approach to urban planning that prioritizes mid-rise buildings and sustainable development.
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Sandy James is a director of Walk Metro Vancouver and opposed the villages plan.
Vancouver’s ‘villages’ plan to create shopping, residential areas scuppered from lack of public engagement, experts sayThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-08-09
Canada· 2026-08-09
Sandy James criticized current city policies for failing to generate affordable housing.
Public hearings show tension over Vancouver’s push for densityThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2025-07-05
Canada· 2025-07-05
