Inglewood Community Board

The Inglewood Community Board represents your local community and advocates to New Plymouth District Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of five members: four members elected by voters, and one member from the New Plymouth District Council.  This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Inglewood Community Board election.

Housing and planning

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.

Housing and planning

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.

  • Advocate for spatial planning that reflects community input and ensures development is right for the place and people.

    Promote inclusive urban design that enhances wellbeing, respects local character and meets long-term community needs.

  • Create spaces that are stimulating and safe for residents while promoting great neighbourly relationships, art and recreation opportunities.

    Promote wise land use to enhance food security, biodiversity, effects of climate change and a good environment to live in with care in zoning.

    Recognise that everyone has the right to live in a sound home and support local authorities having a major role in ensuring this is so.

  • Advocate for spatial planning that reflects community input and ensures development is right for the place and people.

    Promote inclusive urban design that enhances wellbeing, respects local character and meets long-term community needs.

  • Create spaces that are stimulating and safe for residents while promoting great neighbourly relationships, art and recreation opportunities.

    Promote wise land use to enhance food security, biodiversity, effects of climate change and a good environment to live in with care in zoning.

    Recognise that everyone has the right to live in a sound home and support local authorities having a major role in ensuring this is so.