A general view that the devil will be in the detail around RMA reforms.

Three new laws will take its place, with two being announced so far.

The Government says the changes aim to lower costs and will speed up the time it takes for new homes and infrastructure projects to be approved.

Environmental lawyer Kate Storer told Kate Hawkesby until now, there's been questions as to what should be prioritised whether that's building houses, protecting rivers or air quality.

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A general view that the devil will be in the detail around RMA reforms.
Three new laws will take its place, with two being announced so far.
The Government says the changes aim to lower costs and will speed up the time it takes for new homes and infrastructure projects to be approved.
Environmental lawyer Kate Storer told Kate Hawkesby until now, there's been questions as to what should be prioritised whether that's building houses, protecting rivers or air quality.
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