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.
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.
Modernise zoning, design people-friendly streets and green spaces and complement the area being developed, including environment.
Plan to lift housing quality so every home is warm, dry and safe, unlock ability for Māori land development and look after agricultural needs.
Support faster, affordable, higher-quality builds on all land, assist whānau realise their aspirations and contribute infrastructure needed.
Encourage infill and developments close to the centre of our towns so that services can be reached easier.
Ensure that we do not just continue to spread so that valuable horticultural land continues to be swallowed up.
Encourage developers to build a variety of housing types so that all sectors of the community have access to the housing they want.
Modernise zoning, design people-friendly streets and green spaces and complement the area being developed, including environment.
Plan to lift housing quality so every home is warm, dry and safe, unlock ability for Māori land development and look after agricultural needs.
Support faster, affordable, higher-quality builds on all land, assist whānau realise their aspirations and contribute infrastructure needed.
Encourage infill and developments close to the centre of our towns so that services can be reached easier.
Ensure that we do not just continue to spread so that valuable horticultural land continues to be swallowed up.
Encourage developers to build a variety of housing types so that all sectors of the community have access to the housing they want.
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