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Gisborne Council Upholds Development Fees for Housing Project

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Gisborne district councillors voted on October 23, 2026, and narrowly declined to waive nearly $1 million in development contributions for a housing project by Toitū Tairāwhiti Housing. The council determined the contributions were correctly assessed and the infrastructure provided did not justify reducing the liability.

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The $985,450 contribution for 79 units represents 47% of the Gisborne District Council’s total revenue from development contributions for the 2026/27 financial year. Toitū Tairāwhiti Housing stated that waiving the fees would require additional borrowing, which could affect the affordability and delivery of the remaining homes.

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    The Gisborne District Council might see its revenue from development contributions increase due to the collected fees

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