Kaipara District Council
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.
Issue consents for development only if there are no adverse effects on the environment.
Zone developments to prevent encroachment on productive land.
Zone housing to concentrate around established hubs and not spread across the district putting pressure on rural roading.
Rezone and unlock urban and town land to allow affordable homes, lifestyle blocks, funded infrastructure and clear council rules for growth.
Ring-fence developer funds so roads, stormwater and wastewater are built where growth happens, not lost in general spending, and back quality homes.
Simplify building consents so homes can be built faster and cheaper with clear rules and digital applications for less red tape.
Ensure infrastructure such as roads, water and wastewater keeps pace with new housing development.
Plan smarter by avoiding high-risk areas for housing and making consents clearer and faster for builders.
Support well-managed growth that protects the character of towns and villages while meeting housing needs.
Issue consents for development only if there are no adverse effects on the environment.
Zone developments to prevent encroachment on productive land.
Zone housing to concentrate around established hubs and not spread across the district putting pressure on rural roading.
Rezone and unlock urban and town land to allow affordable homes, lifestyle blocks, funded infrastructure and clear council rules for growth.
Ring-fence developer funds so roads, stormwater and wastewater are built where growth happens, not lost in general spending, and back quality homes.
Simplify building consents so homes can be built faster and cheaper with clear rules and digital applications for less red tape.
Ensure infrastructure such as roads, water and wastewater keeps pace with new housing development.
Plan smarter by avoiding high-risk areas for housing and making consents clearer and faster for builders.
Support well-managed growth that protects the character of towns and villages while meeting housing needs.
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