Some philosophical issues to sort out with an Urban Development Authority model based on our experiences in Christchurch.  If coming to the end of the use of such powers in Christchurch is seen as a “return to local leadership” does it follow that the use of such powers in the first place is an affront to local democracy?  And how does that fit with the intention to deliver national UDA legislation.  Good conversation starter.  Want to know more, please do not hesitate to contact Lauren Semple or our Resource Management team.