Centre for housing research new zealand

The Centre for Housing Research (CHR) is a research center based at the University of Auckland, New Zealand. The center was established in 2001 with the goal of conducting research on housing issues in New Zealand and internationally.

The CHR's research focuses on a range of topics related to housing, including:

  1. Housing affordability and affordability policies
  2. Housing supply and demand
  3. Housing quality and condition
  4. Housing and health
  5. Housing and social inequality
  6. Housing and the economy
  7. Housing policy and governance

The center's research is conducted by a team of academics and researchers from various disciplines, including architecture, urban planning, sociology, economics, and public health. The center also collaborates with other research institutions, government agencies, and community organizations to conduct research and policy analysis.

Some of the CHR's notable research projects include:

  1. The New Zealand Housing Stock: A Study of the Characteristics and Condition of New Zealand's Housing Stock
  2. The Impact of Housing Affordability on Mental Health
  3. The Effects of Housing on Children's Health and Wellbeing
  4. The Relationship Between Housing and Social Isolation
  5. The Impact of the Christchurch Earthquakes on Housing and Community

The CHR also publishes a range of research reports, policy briefs, and academic papers on housing-related topics. The center's research is widely cited and has informed policy debates and decision-making at the national and local levels.

The CHR's mission is to:

  1. Conduct high-quality research on housing issues in New Zealand and internationally
  2. Provide evidence-based policy advice to government, industry, and community organizations
  3. Foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing among researchers, policymakers, and practitioners
  4. Promote public awareness and understanding of housing issues and their impact on individuals and communities

Overall, the Centre for Housing Research is a leading research institution in New Zealand, dedicated to advancing our understanding of housing issues and informing policy and practice to improve housing outcomes for all New Zealanders.