Perimeter blocks and hyperlocalism can be tools that helps convert old suburbia into new livable neighbourhoods.
There are many proximate causes for New Zealand’s recent disputes about planning permission. The more distal causes are related to New Zealanders collective attitude towards urban development.
Core worldview beliefs are often deeply rooted, and so are only rarely reflected on by individuals.
Auckland’s new urban plan is already failing. History indicates renegotiating a new plan will be tough. Nevertheless a new plan will be needed to satisfy public expectations.
The housing crisis is a problem because it increases the entry costs for employment.