February 2025 Newsletter

Looking to the Horizon

We’re starting the year with some exciting team updates. Earlier this month we celebrated Jessie as she embarks on an marvelous new adventure of motherhood. The office banter will be quieter without you, Jessie. We look forward to your return later in the year. We’re also pleased to welcome Mateusz to the team as a Senior Surveyor.

Staff Profile: Mateusz Baranski - Senior Surveyor

Originally from Poland Mateusz (Matt) holds a Masters degree in surveying and has over 10 years experience in land development surveying in New Zealand. Matt has completed his laws and regulations exam and is working towards becoming a Licensed Cadastral Surveyor. Outside of work Matt enjoys music and is currently learning to surf which is perfect our coastal lifestyle.

Insights from our Director - Joe Fletcher

Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) Update

LINZ recently increased their fees, effective 3 February 2025. These changes will affect the cost of property transactions, including survey and title services. If you have any upcoming projects, we recommend factoring in these adjustments.

Auckland Council Developer Contribution Update

Auckland Council has announced an increase in developer contributions, set to take effect in May. These changes will impact development costs across the region.

If you're planning a project, it’s worth considering these adjustments in your budgeting. For more details, visit the Auckland Council website or reach out to us for guidance.

Key Proposed Changes:

• General Increase: The average development contribution per household equivalent unit (HUE) is expected to rise from $21,000 to $30,000.

• Investment Priority Areas (IPAs): Significant investments are planned for the Inner Northwest and areas such as Tāmaki, Māngere, and Mt Roskill. Over the next 30 years, an additional $8.9 billion is allocated for these regions, leading to the following proposed increases:
  • Inner Northwest: From $25,167 to $98,000 per HUE.
  • Māngere: From $18,123 to $29,000 per HUE.
  • Mt Roskill: From $20,406 to $52,000 per HUE.
  • Tāmaki: From $31,157 to $119,000 per HUE.

These increases reflect Auckland Council's strategy to fund infrastructure development in high-growth areas, ensuring that new communities have access to essential services and amenities.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Auckland Council's Development Contributions Policy 2025.

If you want to know how this might impact your development, then please get in touch with our team.

In community news, Horizon is proud to sponsor Mangawhai Activity Zone (MAZ). As regular visitors, Joe and his family are delighted to support its latest developments and ongoing growth, ensuring it continues to serve our local community.