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New model for post earthquake planning for local communities in Christchurch
In the February earthquake, 64 commercial centres in Christchurch City suffered damage and disruption. While the Central City is being addressed through its own planning process, a different model is required for suburban centres. Timeframes are shorter, community expectations are heightened, and issues are more urgent. Two of hardest-hit centres – Sydenham and Lyttelton – […] more...
Award for unique rural towns and settlements strategy
Marlborough District Council and Urbanismplus have received a Nancy Northcroft Planning Practice ‘Highly Commended’ award. The ‘Growing Marlborough’ strategy, managed by Wayne Bredemeijer, is an industry-leading growth management approach for non-metropolitan areas. The Marlborough District is composed of many small settlements, each with unique opportunities and limitations. A number of District-wide issues are also evident, […] more...
Substantial GDP gains from a unique socio-economic action plan
Urbanismplus’ action plan pulls together a complex range of existing and new educational, health, employment, housing and social support initiatives for the Tamaki Transformation Programme – the only urban regeneration project of its kind in New Zealand. Economic analysis estimates the Development Plan will grow New Zealand’s GDP by $2.0 billion (1%) and directly support […] more...
“Hastings Urban Issues”, Hawkes Bay
In order to protect the fertile and highly productive land surrounding Hasting’s CBD, the town has recently tackled the need for intensification of its town centre. In 2009/10 Urbanism+ worked with Hastings District Council to develop a strategy for the future of the CBD and its wider urban areas. The resulting initiatives included a proposal for a […] more...