Mr Pipe, serving as London's deputy mayor for planning, expressed skepticism about the feasibility of Labour's promise to build 1.5 million homes in five years.
The Ministry for Housing stated it has initiated strategic steps including revising the planning system and increasing funding to meet the housing demand.
Mr Khan highlighted that London faces unprecedented challenges in housing development, akin to the difficulties experienced post-2008 banking crisis.
Mr Pipe emphasized that achieving ambitious housing targets is hindered by insufficient infrastructure, skills, and funding within the current framework.
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