Developers sought for riverside land in Kaiapoi as town's transformation continues

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

The Waimakariri District Council is seeking proposals from developers for part of Kaiapoi’s old red zone.

The council said successful applicants would need to align with the North Canterbury town’s vision of becoming New Zealand’s best rivertown.

The council’s Kaiapoi Town Centre Plan states any development in the area should support existing businesses, include attractive public spaces, embrace the Kaiapoi River and incorporate pedestrian spaces to encourage people to further explore the town. Read more -sought-for-riverside-land-in-kaiapoi-as-towns-transformation-continues |here|.

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