Between 7,400 – 8,700 houses are needed in Waikato by 2031, according to projections from Waikato University.
And a recent policy statement from the Government means the highest growth councils need to have spare residential land up their sleeves - 20 per cent above market demand.
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Waikato district Councillor Noel Smith asked whether the district was responding quick enough to growth (file photo.)
At this week’s meeting, councillor Noel Smith asked staff whether the council was prepared.
“We hear the concerns of the Government, of the development community, and the people who wish to have homes.
“Are we at serious risk of having an under supply of zoned residential units in our plan?