Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula Community Board

Akaroa Subdivision
The Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Christchurch City Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of eight members: seven members elected by voters, including Two members from your area, and one member from the Christchurch City council. There will be no election this year because there are the same number of candidates as there are positions.

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 smarter urban planning that balances growth with green spaces, transport access and community wellbeing.

    Advocate sustainable building standards so that new homes are energy-efficient, resilient and affordable in the long term.

    Advocate to increase the supply of affordable, quality housing to ensure everyone has a safe and secure place to live.

  • Advocate smarter urban planning that balances growth with green spaces, transport access and community wellbeing.

    Advocate sustainable building standards so that new homes are energy-efficient, resilient and affordable in the long term.

    Advocate to increase the supply of affordable, quality housing to ensure everyone has a safe and secure place to live.