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New affordable rental homes for older people in Glen Eden
Much-needed, affordable rental housing for vulnerable older people opens it's doors.
Auckland Council explores sale of Own-your-own home scheme
Auckland Council’s Finance and Performance Committee has given the green light to divesting its equity share in the Own-your-own home scheme.
‘Jumping the gun’ proves pricey for construction company
Construction company snookered!
Kids paint well-wishes on TBM they’ve named: Princess Twilight Super Worm
We all have memories, however hazy, of our kindergarten days – playtime, dancing, painting, sandpit action and stories on the mat.
Sale funds tagged to improve reserve
Proceeds from land sales could be used to improve Papakura parks.
Council agrees approach to further city centre intensification
Auckland Council has approved its policy approach to meeting central government requirements for greater building height and density within our city centre
Council agrees approach to intensification around suburban centres
Auckland Council’s Planning Committee has agreed to an approach for enabling more apartment and terrace housing, and greater housing choices, close to Auckland’s local and town centres to meet central government requirements for more housing density.
Minimum car parking rules removed
Auckland Council has amended the Auckland Unitary Plan to remove minimum car parking requirements for developments across the city, as directed by central government.
New homes and preserved heritage for New Lynn
A part of New Lynn’s rich history and the development of new homes for the neighbourhood has been secured by Eke Panuku Development Auckland.
Council approves updated Contributions Policy
Auckland Council’s Finance and Performance committee has approved the updated Contributions Policy, which will come into effect on 10 January 2022.
Revaluation 2021: What to expect
Senior Economist Shane Martin covers what trends Aucklanders can expect to see in this year’s updated property values.
Revaluation 2021: Everything you need to know
Updated property values for all properties in the Auckland region will be available in March 2022.
New housing boost for Henderson
An exciting new housing development is rising in Henderson. Known as Henderson Green, 38 high-quality townhouses have already been constructed, which will soon be joined by three apartment buildings containing 78 apartments.
Wiri on the world stage
A project that brings iwi together with Auckland Council to regenerate the Puhinui area bordering Manurewa and Manukau has been recognised on the world stage.
Zoning rules not the main constraint on housing says Mayor Goff
Auckland Mayor Phil Goff says the council backs the government’s objective of building more homes more quickly and the need for intensive development as the city grows.
Public notice period on reserves status extended
Submissions extended until 14 April for 20 sites across Tamaki Makaurau.
