Our work

Rural Residential Growth Management

Planz has provided crucial planning advice and peer review in the development of the Selwyn Rural Residential Strategy, guiding the future growth of rural residential areas within the district.

This work involved preparing an officer report in response to submissions on LURP Action 18, which established the zone provisions and policy framework for managing rural residential development within the Greater Christchurch area of Selwyn District.

In addition to developing the strategic planning framework, Planz has prepared s42a officer reports and presented evidence on behalf of Selwyn District Council regarding several private Plan Changes. These plan changes have collectively facilitated the development of approximately 200 rural residential sites in appropriate locations adjacent to existing townships, ensuring that growth is managed effectively and sustainably.

Related Projects

Planning tools

District Plan Template Investigation

Planz conducted a comprehensive review of spatial planning tools that were in use across Regional and District Plans throughout New Zealand. This project, commissioned by the Ministry for the Environment (MfE), aimed to identify best practices and common challenges in the existing planning frameworks.

Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust - Brougham Street - Christchurch

Social Housing

Planz has extensive experience in completing a wide range of social housing projects for clients such as Kāinga Ora Homes and Communities, Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust, and various church organisations.