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Rates Cap Threatens Major Roading Projects in Kaikōura Area

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Council leaders in North Canterbury fear that a proposed rates cap could lead to the neglect of major roading projects and infrastructure deterioration. Under the proposed legislation, councils cannot include projects in their 10-year Long Term Plans unless they can fund them with a 2-4% rates cap. This limits projects that can be considered for co-funding from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency in the National Land Transport Fund.

From odt.co.nz

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The cap restricts the ability of growth councils, such as Waimakariri District Council, to plan for aspirational future projects. For councils like Hurunui District Council, which manages 286 bridges, the financial limitations pose significant challenges.

Local programs are based in the Kaikōura area.

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    North Canterbury might face restricted regional infrastructure funding and planning capacity.

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