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RNZ News
3 hours ago
- Politics
- RNZ News
Government gives itself new RMA powers to override councils
The government has given itself new powers to override councils, if they their decisions will negatively impact economic growth, development or employment. Housing and RMA reform minister Chris Bishop has said the new regulation would stop councils stalling on housing developments. But the opposition said Bishop is annointing himself the chief council despot and it's a massive over-reach. While councils said they shouldn't be blamed for a lack of housing growth. Political reporter Giles Dexter reports. Tags: To embed this content on your own webpage, cut and paste the following: See terms of use.
RNZ News
11 hours ago
- Business
- RNZ News
Government reveals new powers in RMA reform
housing politics 9:06 am today The government will take back power from local councils if their decisions are going to negatively impact economic growth, development or employment. In a speech to business leaders at the Wellington Chamber of Commerce this morning Housing and RMA reform minister Chris Bishop has announced Cabinet will insert a new regulation power into the Resource Management Act. Before a Minister can use the power they would have to investigate the provision in question, check whether its consistent with the national direction under the RMA, and engage with the council. Chris Bishop expects the power to only be necessary until the new planning system is in place, but says it's necessary when councils use their power to stop growth. Political editor Jo Moir was at the Minister's speech this morning.
