Research and Policy
FAQs
- Q: What sort of policy work does Housing New Zealand do?
- Q: Is there a long-term strategy for the housing sector?
- Q: Are there any independent housing researchbodies in New Zealand?
- Q: How does Housing New Zealand use research for its own programmes?
- Q: How do I access research and evaluation undertaken by Housing New Zealand?
- Q: Are policy papers available to the public?
- Q: I'm doing a research project and want answers to specific questions about housing and housing policy. Who should I talk to, and how long will it take to get the information?
Q: What sort of policy work does Housing New Zealand do?
A:Housing New Zealand is the government's primary provider of policy advice on housing and housing-related issues. Housing New Zealand's policy unit also provides policy advice to other parts of the organisation, and other government agencies.
Q: Is there a long-term strategy for the housing sector?
A: Yes. The New Zealand Housing Strategy - launched in 2005 - sets out the strategic direction for the housing sector up until 2015.
Q: Are there any independent housing researchbodies in New Zealand?
A: Yes. The Centre for Housing Research Aotearoa New Zealand (CHRANZ).
Q: How does Housing New Zealand use research for its own programmes?
A: Research and evaluation is an important part of Housing New Zealand's approach to providing programmes and initiatives that effectively respond to housing need. Internal research and evaluation activities are set out each year in the Statement of Intent, and reported on in the Annual Report.
Q: How do I access research and evaluation undertaken by Housing New Zealand?
A: Research and Evaluation are available on Housing New Zealand's website.
Q: Are policy papers available to the public?
A: Depending on the sensitivity of their content, some policy papers are available to the public and are usually obtained through a written request under the Official Information Act 1982.
Q: I'm doing a research project and want answers to specific questions about housing and housing policy. Who should I talk to, and how long will it take to get the information?
A: You need to talk to our Strategic Policy team. Such requests will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis.
