Whakatāne 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.
Collaborate with local iwi, hapū, Māori and philanthropic organisations for opportunities for housing and infrastructure investment.
Ensure robust protection of consenting processes and sign off to prevent these services from being privatised or out of district.
Lobby government for the return of GST on rates and on development contributions.
Collaborate with local iwi, hapū, Māori and philanthropic organisations for opportunities for housing and infrastructure investment.
Ensure robust protection of consenting processes and sign off to prevent these services from being privatised or out of district.
Lobby government for the return of GST on rates and on development contributions.
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