Marlborough 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.
Promote energy-efficient design and practical housing solutions that reduce costs and support long-term community well-being.
Support fair access to safe, secure housing for all residents through smart solutions that reflect Marlborough's diverse needs.
Use smart planning to unlock housing-ready land and meet Marlborough's growing demand with affordable, well-placed homes.
Create a program with central agencies for all homeless in Marlborough with a range of solutions based on self-sufficiency and family makeup.
Remove the high wind zone blanket classification for the Marlborough Sounds to allow appropriate engineering design.
Enable a faster consent process that encourages affordable, quality homes and that can be made accessible if required.
Engage with multiple agencies to establish best housing practise for diverse needs and family types and ensure urban spaces are liveable.
Ensure that all council housing is warm, safe, affordable and has shared space for multigenerational living and access to public transport.
Review short and long-term housing needs and develop a strategy and plan to suit.
Allow residents to build and enjoy their land without interference or costly delays from the council.
Cut red tape so building homes becomes faster, cheaper and free from endless council bureaucracy.
Ensure zoning rules and infrastructure provide enough housing to meet demand without pushing up rates.
Promote energy-efficient design and practical housing solutions that reduce costs and support long-term community well-being.
Support fair access to safe, secure housing for all residents through smart solutions that reflect Marlborough's diverse needs.
Use smart planning to unlock housing-ready land and meet Marlborough's growing demand with affordable, well-placed homes.
Create a program with central agencies for all homeless in Marlborough with a range of solutions based on self-sufficiency and family makeup.
Remove the high wind zone blanket classification for the Marlborough Sounds to allow appropriate engineering design.
Enable a faster consent process that encourages affordable, quality homes and that can be made accessible if required.
Engage with multiple agencies to establish best housing practise for diverse needs and family types and ensure urban spaces are liveable.
Ensure that all council housing is warm, safe, affordable and has shared space for multigenerational living and access to public transport.
Review short and long-term housing needs and develop a strategy and plan to suit.
Allow residents to build and enjoy their land without interference or costly delays from the council.
Cut red tape so building homes becomes faster, cheaper and free from endless council bureaucracy.
Ensure zoning rules and infrastructure provide enough housing to meet demand without pushing up rates.
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