Aucklanders to have say on new high-rise and density rules

Tuesday 16 September 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 16 Sep 2025, 5:11pm

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RMA Minister Chris Bishop has announced that Aucklanders will be able to provide feedback on new urban development plans. If councillors vote to replace Plan Change 78 next week, a public submission period is expected to run from November to December. Independent hearings regarding the new housing density and high-rise rules could take 18 months.

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1. NZ HeraldTue 16 Sep 2025, 4:22pm

   Aucklanders to have their say on high‑rise and housing density rules from November (opens in new tab)

2. StuffTue 16 Sep 2025, 5:03pm

   Aucklanders promised a say on replacement for controversial housing plan (opens in new tab)

3. The PostTue 16 Sep 2025, 5:11pm

   Supercity intensification plan gets a temporary reprieve (opens in new tab)