Grossly over-height Retirement Village

[Brent George]

A company hoping to build a retirement village on Blenheim’s northwestern edge has altered its plans slightly hoping to win over its neighbour.

But the retired doctor John Hedley​ is unswayed by Summerset's changes, saying the three-storey main building will be a visual intrusion, not just for him but the “future residents” of the subdivision he plans to develop around his home.

Hedley was the sole submitter to speak against Summerset’s proposal at a resource consent hearing on Wednesday, where he objected to the complex’s height, fencing and stormwater collection.

Stuff - Business: 13-August-2021

[Brent George]

and another one at Mt Maunganui....

‘It could happen in your street’: tall buildings on the rise with new housing law
Stuff - Bay of Plenty: 13-Mar-2024

Mt Maunganui residents fear new government housing rules will allow developers to turn it into the Gold Coast, high rise buildings that rob them of sunlight and privacy, block views, bring pollution, noise and traffic, and ruin the laid back vibe.

Mounties are waging war against a developer who wants to build a multimillion dollar three tower, six storey retirement complex in a quiet residential street.