(File photo)A council land sale proposal could result in a combination of up to 175 social and affordable homes built in the city centre. At an upcoming meeting on August 26, the Nelson City Council will consult the public about a plan to sell council-owned land to Kāinga Ora (Housing New Zealand) for a potential new housing development. Less than 50 per cent of the 175 properties would be social housing, with the remainder providing affordable housing. "Kāinga Ora are well-placed to provide the affordable housing Nelson requires and they are keen to partner with us. I don’t think there will be anyone on Brook St who has reservations about neighbours living in Nelson Tasman Housing Trust homes.

Source: Stuff August 16, 2021 03:45 UTC