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Over the last 10 years there has been a shift in the types of housing being consented in Auckland, from predominantly low density typologies (i.e. standalone houses) to large numbers of medium and high density typologies (i.e. apartments, terraced houses and duplexes). For example, in 2023, 62 per cent of new dwellings consented in Auckland were 'townhouses, flats, and units'. This relatively recent, and rapid, supply of medium and high density housing across Auckland is not only increasing housing options for Aucklanders but is also transforming the built environment. Auckland Council is responsible for the review, approval and monitoring of residential housing under the Auckland Unitary Plan (AUP) and the Building Act 2004. The former influences the location and design of housing, and the latter influences the design and construction of housing in Auckland. The Auckland Design Manual (ADM) is a companion document to the AUP and provides non-statutory best practice guidance. During 2023, Auckland Council's Economic and Social Research and Evaluation team and the Tamaki Makaurau Design Ope (Auckland Council's urban design unit) undertook a comprehensive mixed method study to investigate how Aucklanders are experiencing living in recently built Medium Density Housing (MDH). The purpose of the study was to understand whether MDH is meeting the day-to-day needs of households living in it, what is working well and what could be improved. The results of this study provide a snapshot of Aucklanders' experience living in MDH delivered at a time of rapid intensification, under a particular policy and regulatory setting. The study considered how households use the rooms and spaces in their home, as well as how they experience aspects such as the size of rooms, temperature of their home, the amount of storage, and perceptions of their privacy. The findings of the study also built knowledge Auckland Council's monitoring of the AUP, which looks at whether the Plan is enabling quality outcomes for residential development. Attached below is the Executive Summary of that report which makes for interesting reading for those designing housing in the region and indeed across Aotearoa. #MDH #upandout #Densitydonewell

📸FRIDAY FLASHBACK 📸  In the lead up to the closing of this years Urban Development Institute of New Zealand UDINZ Photography competition towards the end of next week (midnight on 22nd), a flash back today to last years announcement of the Supreme winner, finalists and highly commended images. Get out over the weekened and over the course of next week and take some photos. Then submit them. In doing so you’ll contribute to this years competition and the body of images celebrating our built environment here in Aotearoa! Submit them here: https://lnkd.in/gCWdMhSq

Join us on Tuesday 17 September, 4.30pm - 7.00pm at the Urban Development Institute of New Zealand UDINZ “pipeline” event to hear more about this project below and three other housing projects from across the region. Cost: $50 for UDINZ members (up to 3 comp tickets available depending on member subscription level/type), $100 for non-members Register to attend here: https://lnkd.in/gvqBJvYe https://lnkd.in/deixEtdc

Some reflections from Urban Development Institute of New Zealand UDINZ Chair Campbell McGregor of founding member Harrison Grierson who was recently a delegate on our 2024 Trans-Tasman Delegation to Melbourne, Victoria on alternative mechanisms for funding Infrastructure. The Victorian Tax he mentions was discussed at a Trans-Tasman Housing policy event we held in conjunction with UDIA Victoria that was kindly hosted by Beca. Thanks Campbell for your thoughts on this topic. (Watch out too for an upcoming white paper on growth we are working on that is a companion piece to our earlier white paper on paying for growth in the water sector. ) #UDINZTTDelegation2024 #whereindustryandinsightmeet

Kelvin Davidson from Urban Development Institute of New Zealand UDINZ member and research partner CoreLogic NZ was interviewed today on RNZ. “Corelogic's latest Mapping the Market data showed 50 percent of the suburbs it tracked had "meaningful" value increases over the past year. Out of 951 suburbs, 480 had at least a 1 percent increase in their median value compared to September 2023. But since June, 674 - or 71 percent - saw their values drop, and 175 by at least 2 percent…. Kelvin Davidson said the declines in Auckland's market were notable. “The renewed weakness in Auckland's market reflects broader affordability pressures and cautious buyer sentiment, which are now evident across several regions beyond Auckland …..at a broad level, it seemed that cheaper areas had been more resilient in the past three to six months, “ he said

Just drawing the attention of our Urban Development Institute of New Zealand UDINZ members with a presence in the Tauranga/ Bay of Plenty region to a Climate Action Festival being run next week (from 14-20 September) by Envirohub BOP. Important issues for the development community being discussed. It’s free to attend, but you have to register which you can do here:

A reminder to make sure you submit entries into our Urban Development Institute of New Zealand UDINZ Photography Competition 2024. Much of what UDINZ achieves, results from the (multi-disciplinary) professionals in our wider network leaning in to contribute their expertise for the benefit of the sector and NZ Inc, rather than a direct personal or organisational benefit (although there often is mana that accrues from that!). It’s no different in this instance. Images are a great way of reinforcing the story of Urban form here in Aotearoa. This is an “all comers” competition where professionals and enthusiastic amateurs are both encouraged to participate. If you don’t want to contribute your work, that’s fine, but we do welcome and thank all that do. The overarching theme of this competition is “Urban Development Photography distinctly of Aotearoa New Zealand”. Merit shall be determined entirely at our judging panels discretion based on their perception of the appropriateness of the image to the category in which it is entered and the quality of “story” told by the image. It is not technical photography or any particular style of photography sought, but the story of our people and places here in Aotearoa we are after, so get out there and start snapping or scour the hard drives for images you'd like to enter.   Today we’re focusing on one category in the competition - “Pacific’s Triple Star” - and showcasing a wonderful image submitted last year by Jonty Crane. How do you enter the competition?: Entry is achieved by submitting entries on link below (images of up to 5MB can be attached for judging purposes) before 23 September (portal closes midnight on 22nd). Form link: https://lnkd.in/gCWdMhSq Winners in each category and the Supreme Winner will be officially announced on 7 October 2024 to coincide with World Architecture Day. Alan Blundell Andrew Barrett Irene Boles Nicola Tagiston Tania Wong Campbell McGregor Steven Evans Hayley Fitchett Annie Wilson Tracey Haszard Amanda Greenwood James Whetter Anthony Smith Ged Campbell Adrienne L. Miller Sasha Kelly

Join us on Tuesday 17 September, 4.30pm - 7.00pm at the Urban Development Institute of New Zealand UDINZ “pipeline” event to hear more about this project below and three other housing projects from across the region. Cost: $50 for UDINZ members (up to 3 comp tickets available depending on member subscription level/type), $100 for non-members Register to attend here: https://lnkd.in/gvqBJvYe Patrick Dougherty Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities

Today we’re delighted to welcome to the UDINZ whānau a range of people who’ve put themselves forward to serve on our Regional Chapter Committees across the motu. Our organisation is powered by the efforts of our members, those who serve on our Regional Chapters and AdHoc Standing Committees or who Sponsor, Host or Speak at events. A big thank you to you all for agreeing to help further the interests of the sector and, again, a big welcome! Mike Blackburn Anna Harley Emma Howie Ernette Hutchings-Mason, RPP, MCIP Raymond Li Ritashna Maharaj-Chand Andrew Monteith Richard Norman Sean O'Flaherty Natalie van Rossen Campbell McGregor Steven Evans Hayley Fitchett Annie Wilson Tracey Haszard Amanda Greenwood James Whetter Anthony Smith Ged Campbell Adrienne L. Miller Sasha Kelly

A reminder to make sure you submit entries into our Urban Development Institute of New Zealand UDINZ Photography Competition 2024. Much of what UDINZ achieves, results from the (multi-disciplinary) professionals in our wider network leaning in to contribute their expertise for the benefit of the sector and NZ Inc, rather than a direct personal or organisational benefit (although there often is mana that accrues from that!). It’s no different in this instance. Images are a great way of reinforcing the story of Urban form here in Aotearoa. This is an “all comers” competition where professionals and enthusiastic amateurs are both encouraged to participate. If you don’t want to contribute your work, that’s fine, but we do welcome and thank all that do. The overarching theme of this competition is “Urban Development Photography distinctly of Aotearoa New Zealand”. Merit shall be determined entirely at our judging panels discretion based on their perception of the appropriateness of the image to the category in which it is entered and the quality of “story” told by the image. It is not technical photography or any particular style of photography sought, but the story of our people and places here in Aotearoa we are after, so get out there and start snapping or scour the hard drives for images you'd like to enter.   Today we’re focusing on one category in the competition - Masterplanned Community Building - and showcasing a wonderful image submitted last year by our 2024 Judge Andrew Barrett. How do you enter the competition?: Entry is achieved by submitting entries on link below (images of up to 5MB can be attached for judging purposes) before 23 September (portal closes midnight on 22nd). Form link: https://lnkd.in/gCWdMhSq Winners in each category and the Supreme Winner will be officially announced on 7 October 2024 to coincide with World Architecture Day. Alan Blundell Andrew Barrett Irene Boles Nicola Tagiston Tania Wong Campbell McGregor Steven Evans Hayley Fitchett Annie Wilson Tracey Haszard Amanda Greenwood James Whetter Anthony Smith Ged Campbell Adrienne L. Miller Sasha Kelly