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A plan to ensure Greater Christchurch remains a great place to live in the next 30 years has been adopted by the Council.

The Greater Christchurch Spatial Plan, which is based on extensive public engagement and detailed technical advice, provides a blueprint for how population and business growth will be accommodated in the future as the area’s population grows to more than 700,000 people.

It provides a plan for targeted intensification in and around centres and along public transport corridors, as well as prosperous development of kāinga nohoanga, areas of communal living, on Māori land and within urban centres.

The Council, which is one of the partners, adopted the plan on 13 March. Mayor Sam Broughton says reaching this point is a significant milestone.

“The plan is a great step forward, I want to recognise all the people in Selwyn who engaged in the process to shape the plan and I look forward to your involvement bring it to life. Together we can achieve the best possible future for our people and places.”

The Greater Christchurch Partnership, a coalition of local governments, mana whenua and government agencies, is focused on shared objectives related to affordable housing, emissions reduction, and creating liveable and resilient urban areas.

Later this year, the Council will introduce and consult with the community on Future Selwyn, a future-focused strategy that will implement the direction provided in the Spatial Plan and offer long-term aspirations for the entire district.

Read more about the Greater Christchurch Spatial Plan.

Last modified: 17 Apr 2024 9:25am