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A proposed change to enable greater housing intensification has drawn opposition from some residents, but those supporting it say the city is in need of more homes.
Nelson homeowner Tim Bayley has set up a visual demonstration on his property of the potential effects of the Government's housing infill legislation.
While some are happy with aspects of a major transport plan for Nelson, many are concerned about its timeline, and the Tāhunanui community is aghast at plans for its suburb.
Tim Newman12:21, May 09 2021 BRADEN FASTIER/Stuff Under the Waka Kotahi-NZTA proposal, priority lanes would be coming to Waimea Rd and other Nelson roads. Nelson's priority lane plans have been met with relief from supporters, but those opposed say the “fight is far from over”. Waka Kotahi-New Zealand Transport Agency put forward their proposal for Nelson’s Future Access Project on Friday, with priority lanes for Waimea Rd and Tahunanui Drive coming at the expense of the “Southern Link” inland route option. While the priority lane proposal has a timeline of about 15 years, short-t...