Amendments to the Christchurch District Plan approved

The Minister for Greater Christchurch Regeneration, Megan Woods announced today that she has approved the proposal that will amend the Christchurch District Plan. Almost 95 percent (131) of the 138 written comments received were in favour of the proposal. “This...

Time is running out for landlords to meet requirements

Under changes to the RTA made in 2016, all rental properties must have ceiling and underfloor insulation installed, wherever possible, that meet the required standard. Tenancy Services has had a nationwide information campaign underway since 2016 to inform landlords...

​Communities Call for Action

When asked what they would say if they could talk to the Prime Minister about their community, people in six communities raised serious concerns about drugs, housing, lack of mental health services and economic problems that were holding back their neighbourhoods. The...