Letters to the editor: Councils need to plan for higher-density areas

Councils need to plan properly for higher-density areas, writes one reader. Photo / NZME

I am amazed at National Party leader Judith Collins' support of the Government's left-field move to allow houses to be built three storeys high.

Surely it cannot be that all National Party MPs agree with the removal of local body control of building standards when those councils must provide the associated essential services and support the aims of ratepayers and local business.

Counter-cries of nimby-ism when opposition to the policy of "Three Storeys Anywhere" surfaced ignore the pride that most Kiwis have in their property.

Okay, a large number of residents do not live in their own home but those that do have worked hard and steadily to achieve that aim. Is it wrong to be proud when arriving home to a tidy garden, mown lawn and well-maintained house?

Owners and tenants who look after their properties will look askance at people such as Collins and Minister Megan Woods who suggest it's okay for settled neighbourhoods to be ruined by tall and shading structures scattered throughout our suburbs.

Once done the effect is permanent.

Instead, councils need to plan properly for higher-density areas with suitable public transport and relevant services.

Ian Waugh
Rotorua

Waste of money

Tatau Tatau magazine is a waste of ratepayers' money.

Ratepayers don't need a council sales pitch in the form of a glossy magazine.

The editions are not even worth the paper they're written on.

Council needs to stop the luxuries and the "nice to haves" as the ratepayers simply can't afford it.

Tracey McLeod
Lake Tarawera

Short-sighted

It's all very well for sideline commentators to openly criticise the Government's actions in that a state-controlled society is beginning to be seen. The critics of the Government cite huge attendances at sports and other events overseas.

However, it is short-sighted.

Do we want the formidable deaths and overrun hospitals in other countries or the short sharp pain of lockdowns and careful adherence to our medical and science experts?

It's a no-brainer. Critics should tighten their No 8 belts and support rather than detract from what's best for everyone.

Anthony Lipanovic
Koutu

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