BRANZ Multigenerational Housing Research

This research paper, funded by BRANZ, sought to understand the key barriers to delivering multigenerational housing in New Zealand. The research involved TUA's Natalie Allen and Greer O’Donnell, as well as Kate Bryson, Charmaine 'Ilaiū Talei, Jade Kake, and Jacqueline Paul. In summary, they found that multigenerational housing offers a promising solution to address the ageing population, cost of living pressures, and housing affordability in Aotearoa NZ, by enabling resource pooling, strengthening family connections, and fostering social inclusion.

Head to the BRANZ website to read and download the full piece of research HERE.

Part of this research involved developing a policy paper; designed for policymakers across the housing system in NZ to engage with and understand the implications of the research. You can read the policy paper via the flipbook below.

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development's vision is that "everyone in New Zealand lives in a home and a community that meets their needs and aspirations" (2021). This policy paper provides actionable insights to achieving this goal, and a way forward in shaping a more responsive and inclusive housing future for all New Zealanders.