Policies

Support the provision of affordable housing for those less fortunate. Over the last 3 years I have provided a room for some homeless.

Make building consents easier for those in the industry.

Build so that housing includes garden areas and green spaces for children to play, recognising green spaces are important for mental health.

Ensure the distinctive character of Raumati is maintained through sensitive protection and densification measures.

Support appropriate and well-integrated social housing initiatives to address housing affordability and supply issues.

Promote pedestrian- and cycle-friendly streets and the continued development of cycleways and shared paths to enhance connectivity.

Champion Sustainability Trust, making homes warm and energy-efficient, and Otaihanga Zero Waste—repurposing construction and demolition waste.

Commit to partnering with iwi and the community with initiatives such as the Affordable Housing Trust and Paekākāriki Housing Trust.

Enable thoughtful intensification so the next generation can stay here.

Continue to make the rohe an affordable and inclusive place to live, bring up children and spend retirement in.

Keep the scale of any intensification appropriate to the local area.

Advocate for improved community facilities, build vibrant urban spaces and enhance public areas.

Dedicate 10% of all new builds to social housing needs.

Require all dwellings to be energy efficient with some green space.

Build energy efficient council homes on any unused and unusual pockets of surplus land.