Local councils are responsible for land use planning under the Resource Management Act, which affects where and how new houses are constructed, as well as the design of cities and towns. In some areas, councils also provide housing to those who need it most.
Local councils are responsible for land use planning under the Resource Management Act, which affects where and how new houses are constructed, as well as the design of cities and towns. In some areas, councils also provide housing to those who need it most.
Support vulnerable residents by partnering to provide safe housing options, wraparound services and pathways to permanent homes.
Increase affordable options by enabling mixed build where appropriate, incentivising sustainability and streamlining planning and consenting.
Reinvigorate the CBD by promoting cultural and economic vibrancy to strengthen the heart of the city.
Enable faster, easier development of papakāinga housing on whenua Māori by removing council barriers and providing practical support.
Create voluntary housing zones in rural and coastal areas that reflect climate risks, land use realities and whānau needs.
Embed whānau, hapū and community boards in council planning decisions especially for housing, land use and infrastructure.
Support vulnerable residents by partnering to provide safe housing options, wraparound services and pathways to permanent homes.
Increase affordable options by enabling mixed build where appropriate, incentivising sustainability and streamlining planning and consenting.
Reinvigorate the CBD by promoting cultural and economic vibrancy to strengthen the heart of the city.
Enable faster, easier development of papakāinga housing on whenua Māori by removing council barriers and providing practical support.
Create voluntary housing zones in rural and coastal areas that reflect climate risks, land use realities and whānau needs.
Embed whānau, hapū and community boards in council planning decisions especially for housing, land use and infrastructure.
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