Waimakariri 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.
Encourage housing, particularly for older people, which is healthy and self-funding through private, public arrangements or organisations.
Work with developers to make sure that new urban spaces are well designed for the way people want to live with parks and community gardens.
Commit to implementing a social housing policy and act as an enabler for other groups, eg ARC, Vision West and Abbeyfield.
Commit to rezoning land for residential activity in appropriate areas with established infrastructure and oppose urban sprawl and loss of farms.
Oppose rezoning of suburban medium and high density housing apart from town centre areas by promoting a plan change to replace government rule.
Consider the district's unique character and needs when applying the new medium and high density planning rules.
Ensure planning is accurate to avoid costly rework impacts given the district's growth is the third fastest in NZ.
Maintain a voice in discussions about the district's future as new legislation will impact the council's planning authority.
Start developing plans to better utilise Kaiapoi regeneration zones to make the township more vibrant or for housing.
Support a district plan which has made available 1400 to 1700 new sections in suitable locations for sustainable growth.
Support an additional 20 elder persons units in Courtney Drive, Kaiapoi, making a total of 132 units owned by council.
Amend council bylaws to support tiny home and shared housing developments and more flexible home solutions for the rapidly rising population.
Support establishment of more collective housing models providing more affordable housing options for those locked out of home ownership.
Ensure inclusion of people with disabilities in design planning and decision making so access needs are not overlooked in town projects.
Ensure people with disabilities are included in design planning and decision-making so access needs are not overlooked in town projects.
Allow residents to build and enjoy their land without interference or costly delays from 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.
Create an environment where core infrastructure drives economic growth.
Reduce red tape around consenting processes to cut delays and lower building costs for land and home owners.
Support quality affordable housing through planning and partnerships.
Encourage housing, particularly for older people, which is healthy and self-funding through private, public arrangements or organisations.
Work with developers to make sure that new urban spaces are well designed for the way people want to live with parks and community gardens.
Commit to implementing a social housing policy and act as an enabler for other groups, eg ARC, Vision West and Abbeyfield.
Commit to rezoning land for residential activity in appropriate areas with established infrastructure and oppose urban sprawl and loss of farms.
Oppose rezoning of suburban medium and high density housing apart from town centre areas by promoting a plan change to replace government rule.
Consider the district's unique character and needs when applying the new medium and high density planning rules.
Ensure planning is accurate to avoid costly rework impacts given the district's growth is the third fastest in NZ.
Maintain a voice in discussions about the district's future as new legislation will impact the council's planning authority.
Start developing plans to better utilise Kaiapoi regeneration zones to make the township more vibrant or for housing.
Support a district plan which has made available 1400 to 1700 new sections in suitable locations for sustainable growth.
Support an additional 20 elder persons units in Courtney Drive, Kaiapoi, making a total of 132 units owned by council.
Amend council bylaws to support tiny home and shared housing developments and more flexible home solutions for the rapidly rising population.
Support establishment of more collective housing models providing more affordable housing options for those locked out of home ownership.
Ensure inclusion of people with disabilities in design planning and decision making so access needs are not overlooked in town projects.
Ensure people with disabilities are included in design planning and decision-making so access needs are not overlooked in town projects.
Allow residents to build and enjoy their land without interference or costly delays from 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.
Create an environment where core infrastructure drives economic growth.
Reduce red tape around consenting processes to cut delays and lower building costs for land and home owners.
Support quality affordable housing through planning and partnerships.
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