Minister has final say on housing density rules
The Government has issued its final decisions on a number of matters referred to it as part of the planning process for greater housing density in Christchurch.
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Minister has final say on housing density rules
Planning & building | 6 Jun 2025The Government has issued its final decisions on a number of matters referred to it as part of the planning process for greater housing density in Christchurch.
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