September 2026 update

Housing trust can expand beyond Christchurch

The Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust can expand its operations outside Christchurch and Banks Peninsula.

Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust (Trust Variation) Act 2026 · Starts 12 Sep 2026

What's changing

Who's affected

The Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust and people affected by its housing operations may be affected.

When

The Act takes effect on 12 September 2026.

Background

The Act was made to allow the trust to expand its operations beyond Christchurch and Banks Peninsula.

Read the official text on legislation.govt.nz