Auckland saw strong growth in townhouse construction following 2016 reforms

Annual dwelling approvals in Auckland by zone type

Melbourne and Sydney are much less dense than other large global cities
'Partial reform' refers to the Special Housing Areas and Auckland Housing Accord, launched in September 2013. 'Full reform' refers to the final Auckland Unitary Plan, which became operational in November 2016
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