Tasman planning for growth and resilienceFriday 5 Sep 2025
Currently in its final drafting stage, PC 81 is set to go before the Minister for Resource Management Reform for approval to proceed to notification later this year. The plan is designed to ensure that housing supply, infrastructure investment, and economic opportunities are unlocked in step with community aspirations and national growth priorities. Unlocking housing and infrastructure PC 81 makes it easier to build new homes and supports the development of new infrastructure. By providing for an adequate supply of land and a clear regulatory framework, the plan ensures Tasman can meet housing demand while maintaining quality urban environments. Protecting productive land and sustaining traditional industries Tasman’s agricultural, horticultural, viticultural, and forestry sectors are central to New Zealand’s export economy. PC 81 upholds the principles of the National Policy Statement for Highly Productive Land, ensuring these foundational industries remain protected and viable. By securing the land base for food, fibre, and forestry production, the plan underpins the Going for Growth focus on strengthening our export-led economy while also encouraging innovation and value-add opportunities. Supporting economic diversification and innovation While safeguarding traditional industries, PC 81 also creates space for emerging sectors in research, science, technology, and wellness. By enabling smart land use and planning for future workforce needs, the plan ensures Tasman is positioned to diversify its economy and attract high-value investment. Infrastructure improvements for the visitor economy, alongside support for sustainable forestry and food and beverage innovation, reinforce Tasman’s role as a hub of both traditional and future-focused industries. These outcomes echo the Government’s Going for Growth vision of building a more resilient, knowledge-driven economy. More >> Source: Tasman District Council  | ||
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