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National medium density design guide

The guide is for anyone interested in the design and development of medium-density housing in Aotearoa New Zealand, particularly small-scale property owners or those with limited experience in more complex residential developments. It will help achieve well-functioning and high-quality housing that is well integrated into its neighbourhood.

This guide was updated in August 2023 to include a section on perimeter block development. This form of development groups buildings together in a way that increases the quantity and value of outdoor space.

The guide is for anyone interested in the design and development of medium-density housing in Aotearoa New Zealand, particularly small-scale property owners or those with limited experience in more complex residential developments. It will help achieve well-functioning and high-quality housing that is well integrated into its neighbourhood.

This guide was updated in August 2023 to include a section on perimeter block development. This form of development groups buildings together in a way that increases the quantity and value of outdoor space.

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