“These new powers significantly impact on people’s private property rights, as well as heritage and safety. We are keen to consult with building owners, members of the building profession, local authorities and the general public to get the detail right.”
The Media Release is as follows (more…)
“More targeted approach to earthquake-prone buildings” Consultation : Media Coverage
RNZ News:
"Heritage advocates fear Government plans for dealing with buildings after natural disasters will result in historical landmarks being lost forever."
http://www.radionz.co.nz/news/regional/274190/demolition-proposals-spark-heritage-fears
Late Edition Podcast: the news item starts approx. 17".40 (Dr Anna Crighton and Dr Ian Lochhead interviewed)
http://www.radionz.co.nz/national/programmes/lateedition/audio/201755363/late-edition-for-21-may-2015
“More targeted approach to earthquake-prone buildings” Media Coverage
Media coverage is as follows:
“More targeted approach to earthquake-prone buildings” : Hon Dr Nick Smith Minister For Building And Housing (Text Of Speech)
The Text of Hon Dr Nick Smith's Speech is as follows:
Nick Smith
10 May, 2015