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flag Paekākāriki, New Zealand, launches in April 2026 a project letting residents build small homes on their property without permits, to ease housing shortages.

flag Paekākāriki, New Zealand, is launching the Additional Dwellings Project in April 2026 to address its housing shortage by enabling residents to build small homes—up to 70 square meters—on existing properties without needing building or resource consent, thanks to new national rules. flag The Paekākāriki Housing Trust is leading the effort, offering free workshops, site visits, and resources to help people design and build additional dwellings, focusing on supporting vulnerable groups like seniors, young adults, and single-parent families. flag The project leverages local construction expertise and community collaboration to promote affordable, sustainable housing solutions amid ongoing market pressures.

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