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Auckland Votes for Dense Urban Growth | Auckland News
Auckland’s city council has voted to accelerate housing intensification near public transport hubs, approving taller buildings up to 15 stories around major train stations and 6 stories along bus routes — a move locking in their stance for the next year under new government mandates. The plan, targeting areas within 10km of the city center, aims to boost housing capacity from 1.2 million to 1.5–1.7 million homes, with 85% of properties unaffected. Younger councillors like Victoria Short champion it as vital for retaining young residents, while others warn of eroding neighborhood character and…
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