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Residents oppose Kāinga Ora’s plan for six-storey buildings in Kerikeri, citing threats to historic character and tourism.
Kerikeri residents are opposing a Kāinga Ora proposal to allow six-storey buildings in the town centre, fearing it would harm the historic village character and tourism.
The 2022 rezoning plan aims to support growth and investment, but community groups say there’s no evidence of demand for such density and that most residents were unaware until hearings began.
Concerns include reduced sunlight, increased wind, visual impact, and higher living costs.
While Kāinga Ora argues town centre zoning is essential for sustainable development, the Far North District Council’s reporting officer has not endorsed the proposal, and public hearings continue with strong support for a three-level maximum.
Los residentes se oponen al plan de Kāinga Ora para edificios de seis pisos en Kerikeri, alegando amenazas al carácter histórico y al turismo.