Upper Harbour Local Board
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 for affordable and well-designed housing developments with provision for open space and well-functioning transport infrastructure.
Plan for community, social and physical infrastructure prior to any development. Auckland needs to do density better.
Protect the character of Upper Harbour by supporting preservation of the heritage of the area, eg historic halls and aviation heritage.
Consider that people own cars and many vehicles are now electric and require access to charging units when processing building consents.
Ensure affordability, quality and weather tightness through council prompt inspections and timeliness of building consents.
Determine urban spaces and streetscapes by good planning and articulation of council requirements as determined by residents.
Advocate that infrastructure is provided first before housing is built (local boards do not control housing or planning policies).
Provide urban spaces that are welcoming, safe and inclusive, spaces that are fun, engaging and provide a sense of pride in place.
Advocate that new housing developments are built to Homestar 6 rating so they are cheap to run and do not use emissions to heat.
Champion installing infrastructure before developing. Ensure new developments meet diverse community needs and support local employment.
Advocate for healthy, affordable, accessible, energy and water efficient, reduced waste and CO2, water-sensitive design of homes and neighbourhoods.
Lobby for the acquisition of open space in growth areas for parks, playgrounds, recreation and ecological purposes and to think and plan ahead.
Advocate for better planning so infrastructure is in place before housing development, ensuring liveability in our community.
Advocate for affordable, fit-for-purpose housing development with access to public transport, green spaces and community amenities.
Advocate for water-sensitive design and more permeable surfaces in new developments to reduce flooding and protect waterways.
Support well-planned housing development that ensures a good amount of housing stock, leading to a level playing field.
Build a mix of housing types including family homes, townhouses and affordable units to provide choices that meet requirements.
Provide infrastructure such as transport, schools, stormwater, parks and community facilities alongside planning for new housing.
Advocate for affordable and well-designed housing developments with provision for open space and well-functioning transport infrastructure.
Plan for community, social and physical infrastructure prior to any development. Auckland needs to do density better.
Protect the character of Upper Harbour by supporting preservation of the heritage of the area, eg historic halls and aviation heritage.
Consider that people own cars and many vehicles are now electric and require access to charging units when processing building consents.
Ensure affordability, quality and weather tightness through council prompt inspections and timeliness of building consents.
Determine urban spaces and streetscapes by good planning and articulation of council requirements as determined by residents.
Advocate that infrastructure is provided first before housing is built (local boards do not control housing or planning policies).
Provide urban spaces that are welcoming, safe and inclusive, spaces that are fun, engaging and provide a sense of pride in place.
Advocate that new housing developments are built to Homestar 6 rating so they are cheap to run and do not use emissions to heat.
Champion installing infrastructure before developing. Ensure new developments meet diverse community needs and support local employment.
Advocate for healthy, affordable, accessible, energy and water efficient, reduced waste and CO2, water-sensitive design of homes and neighbourhoods.
Lobby for the acquisition of open space in growth areas for parks, playgrounds, recreation and ecological purposes and to think and plan ahead.
Advocate for better planning so infrastructure is in place before housing development, ensuring liveability in our community.
Advocate for affordable, fit-for-purpose housing development with access to public transport, green spaces and community amenities.
Advocate for water-sensitive design and more permeable surfaces in new developments to reduce flooding and protect waterways.
Support well-planned housing development that ensures a good amount of housing stock, leading to a level playing field.
Build a mix of housing types including family homes, townhouses and affordable units to provide choices that meet requirements.
Provide infrastructure such as transport, schools, stormwater, parks and community facilities alongside planning for new housing.
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