Greg Allen

2 months ago | lexology.com | Tara Wylie |Greg Allen |Nick Wilson |Edward Warren |Lucy Westenra |Will Barnes

The Overseas Investment (Build-to-rent and Similar Rental Developments) Amendment Bill passed its third reading yesterday and is set to come into force next week. The legislation amends the Overseas Investment Act 2005 (Act) and creates a streamlined pathway for investment in already developed build-to-rent (BTR) housing. BTR developments are purpose-built, large-scale properties designed exclusively for long-term residential rental units.

Oct 15, 2024 | lexology.com | Greg Allen |Bill Loutit |Donna Hurley |Graeme Palmer |Hamish Harwood |Judith Cheyne | +11 more

The recent release of the report arising from the Finance and Expenditure Committee’s Inquiry into Climate Adaptation (Adaptation Report) provides some welcome direction for the future management of the impacts of climate change on buildings and land.

Mar 27, 2024 | lexology.com | Edward Warren |Greg Allen |Will Barnes |Bill Loutit |Sarah Mitchell

The term Progressive Home Ownership (PHO) refers to alternative housing schemes that aim to make home ownership more accessible and affordable, particularly for individuals or families who are struggling to get into the housing market. In this article, we explore PHO schemes in NZ, Australia and the UK as well as opportunities for developers.

Sep 10, 2023 | richmond.com | Greg Allen

Let's break a myth about housing development: Higher density does not promise affordability. Prices are often higher for units in high-density rental and homeowner communities. High-density residential housing (think townhomes, apartments, condos) is not about affordability - it's about the wealth created from such developments: more money for the landowner, the developer and the county.