Auckland Council proposes draft rules to restrict flood-prone housing

RNZ1NewsTuesday 19 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Auckland Council has unveiled draft rules that would limit new home consents in areas at risk of flooding or other hazards. The proposed changes also allow for 15-storey apartment buildings near certain train stations. Councillors may release the plans for public feedback later this week.

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First reported by RNZ, Tue 19 Aug 2025, 9:39am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 4 hours
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