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New Zealand Boosts Housing with 15-Storey Building Plan

6/25/2025

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In a bold move to tackle the housing crisis, the New Zealand Government is amending the Resource Management Bill. New regulations will allow buildings to soar to at least 15 storeys near key Auckland train stations like Maungawhau, Kingsland, and Morningside, while permitting 10 storeys near Mt Albert and Baldwin Ave, fostering urban vibrancy and growth.

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In a bold move to tackle the housing crisis, the New Zealand Government is amending the Resource Management Bill. New regulations will allow buildings to soar to at least 15 storeys near key Auckland train stations like Maungawhau, Kingsland, and Morningside, while permitting 10 storeys near Mt Albert and Baldwin Ave, fostering urban vibrancy and growth.