Mayor of Central Otago
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.
Partner with Queenstown Housing Trust so their proven affordable housing model can thrive in Central Otago.
Resource council's planning team so consenting timeframes meet expectations and legislative requirements, delivering fair, efficient service.
Work proactively with developers so growth is planned, sustainable and aligned with communities' vision for the future.
Commit to making the council professional in results and passing consents, permits and policies in an acceptable time by ratepayer standards.
Recognise housing is a government issue with six departments working on it. Bring back council houses as a source of income, services and welfare.
Reset council time frames. Remove ridiculous time frames and associated costs.
Partner with Queenstown Housing Trust so their proven affordable housing model can thrive in Central Otago.
Resource council's planning team so consenting timeframes meet expectations and legislative requirements, delivering fair, efficient service.
Work proactively with developers so growth is planned, sustainable and aligned with communities' vision for the future.
Commit to making the council professional in results and passing consents, permits and policies in an acceptable time by ratepayer standards.
Recognise housing is a government issue with six departments working on it. Bring back council houses as a source of income, services and welfare.
Reset council time frames. Remove ridiculous time frames and associated costs.
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