SR183 Changing housing need (2007)

This report considers the factors influencing housing demand over the next 20 years. It includes a discussion of demand factors, the main influencing being the changing demographic structure and affordability. The effect on household type, location, ownership and housing type is discussed.

The effect of demolitions, major renovations, and second homes (holiday homes, weekenders, etc) are included in the housing consent forecasts.

A survey of home occupiers was undertaken, including identification of features important in their house selection and features that could be improved. The summary includes a list of items that designers need to know about future housing needs.