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Christchurch’s changes must involve a clear vision

Christchurch’s changes must involve a clear vision and collaboration

Property Council supports the Government’s commitment to equip the private sector with the confidence it needs to invest in Christchurch’s rebuild.

Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee has announced the Government’s plan for local leadership to progressively take control of the Christchurch rebuild over the next five years.

The Government will introduce the new Greater Christchurch Regeneration Bill to replace the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Act. The Bill will take effect in April 2016, which is when Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority (CERA) will be disbanded.

Property Council South Island Branch is pleased that the new legislation will make way for an urban development authority, Regenerate Christchurch, to implement the Central Recovery Plan.

South Island Branch president Jo McDonald says the Government’s response is timely and gives critical recognition to the need for a “step-change” approach to the rebuild.

“Property Council has always said the central city is key to Christchurch’s recovery if we are going to keep the city an attractive place to do business and invest in.

“It is a relief to hear the Government acknowledge the importance of anchor projects, and the need to complete them in a timely and effective manner, with greater commercial discipline. Property Council has consistently advocated for this. ”

Property Council believes that there should only be one urban authority set up to avoid confusion, duplicated processes and extended delays and costs for the development industry.

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“It’s more efficient to have one development authority that deals with all development across Christchurch. It seems wasteful to have one set up by Christchurch City Council and another by the Government.

“Although the Government has indicated it will integrate Regenerate Christchurch with Development Christchurch, we think it’s best to just empower one for efficiency.

“We need a one-stop shop for the development industry. The authority needs to have a clear purpose and strategy, be results driven, have transparent processes, includes private sector representatives who bring insight into commercial viability and risks, and demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness - with a greater long-term vision and less influenced by party politics.”


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