Housing for the Elderly

Council provides affordable housing for the elderly and disabled of modest means.

Housing for the Elderly contributes by ensuring

• The district’s elderly and disabled citizens are valued.

– development so far – 

Housing For The Elderly Divestment (Kohukohu)

What we said  we would do in 2013/14

Continue to investigate alternative management of the Kohukohu units.

What we did in 2013/14

Council agreed that Iwi treaty settlements would enable Iwi to forward proposals for management of some facilities. Iwi are not yet ready for these discussions.

What we plan to do in 2014/15

To be open to any alternative management proposals that may be presented.

– what we have achieved in 2013/14 –  

Delivered the renewal programme that included works at all complexes.

- key priorities planned for 2014/15 –

Transport Strategy and Advocacy Plan

• Continue to manage the housing for the elderly stock to achieve 95% occupancy and maintain rents through annual adjustments by Consumer Price Index.
• Improve the security of tenants through the installation of security doors and windows.