Dr Chris Litten: BRANZ General Manager of Research on the building sector body developing pre-designed home plans - Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

One of New Zealand's leading building sector bodies is launching standard house designs that will be available to all, in an attempt to bring down costs.

The Building Research Association of New Zealand has developed an accessible plan for building an affordable and sustainable home. 

BRANZ General Manager of Research Dr Chris Litten says housing affordability is a significant issue in New Zealand - and the company's looking to develop a solution.

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