The online dashboard will allow councils to access interactive charts, maps, data on housing:
• sales volume/total stock
• consents/population
• prices, values, rents
• housing affordability
Mr Townsend from the NZ Property Council says, “Giving councils assistance and access to this data is crucial to ensuring growth pays for growth and that a city doesn’t suddenly find itself without good public transport and affordable housing. These are the important building blocks that make up a vibrant, thriving city.
“This is about being proactive towards growth, understanding the supply and demand pressures, and planning accordingly,” says Mr Townsend.
To view the Dashboard visit: https://mbienz.shinyapps.io/urban-development-capacity/
For more information on the Urban Development Capacity Dashboard visit:
http://www.mbie.govt.nz/info-services/housing-property/national-policy-statement-urban-development