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Council news 20 Sep 2022

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.

Council news 13 Sep 2022

Development Contributions policy out for second public consultation

Auckland Council is seeking feedback on the next stage of updating its Development Contributions Policy, to ensure new developments contribute fairly to the funding of the council’s infrastructure.

Council news 7 Sep 2022

The White Lady and Auckland Council

The facts on renewing the licence for a cultural icon in our city centre, to ensure good outcomes for all.

Monitoring our environment 31 Aug 2022

Council warns waterfront property owners not to take matters into their own hands

While coastal erosion may be posing a threat to some Auckland waterfront properties homeowners are asked to work closely with the council first and not to take matters into their own hands.

Policies / Regulations 11 Jul 2022

One more week to have your say on how we manage Auckland’s freshwater

Auckland Council is calling on Aucklanders to give their feedback on how the region's freshwater should be managed. Consultation closes 17 July.

Policies / Regulations 1 Jun 2022

Plan changes make it easier for Aucklanders to install rainwater tanks

Installing rainwater tanks will soon be easier for property-owners in Tāmaki Makaurau, following changes to Auckland’s Unitary Plan and the Hauraki Gulf Islands District Plan.

Auckland's Future In Progress 25 May 2022

Majority support for proposed approaches to Auckland Unitary Plan changes

A majority of submitters have supported Auckland Council’s proposed approaches for changing the Auckland Unitary Plan.

Policies / Regulations 14 Apr 2022

New round of rental micromobility licences

Auckland Council and Auckland Transport will be accepting applications for the next round of rental e-scooter and rental bike licences in June 2022.

Council news 2 Feb 2022

Strong support for Auckland Council’s views on government Three Waters Reform proposal

Auckland Council’s views on the government’s proposed three waters reforms are strongly backed by the public, according to independent polling and the results of council consultation.

Parks / Outdoors 10 Dec 2021

Have your say on our draft management plan for regional parks

Consultation on Auckland Council’s draft Regional Parks Management Plan is now open to the public.

Council news 7 Dec 2021

Auckland Council approves updates to three bylaws

One bylaw replacement and amendments to two other bylaws have been approved by Auckland Council’s Governing Body.

Council news 26 Nov 2021

Ten more days to Have Your Say on freedom camping

Auckland Council is reminding Aucklanders that they have 10 days left to provide feedback on the proposed new Te Ture ā-Rohe Noho Puni Wātea ā-Waka 2022 / Freedom Camping in Vehicles Bylaw 2022.

Policies / Regulations 3 Nov 2021

Use of Police Asset Recovery Unit first for Auckland Council

For the first time, a case referred to the Police Asset Recovery Unit by Auckland Council has resulted in the restraint of assets.