The Human Rights Commission of New Zealand has Launched an Investigation into the Country's Housing Problem

The Human Rights Commission of New Zealand has Launched an Investigation into the Country's Housing Problem

The Human Rights Commission of New Zealand stated that a nationwide inquiry into the country's housing issue will be held. The Commission also produced a framework with 21 recommendations on New Zealand's right to a decent dwelling. The framework will be used by the Commission in a nationwide inquiry into the right to a decent dwelling, which will be conducted under section 5(2) of the Human Rights Act.

The New Zealand housing crisis, according to Chief Human Rights Commissioner Paul Hunt, is having a "punishing impact" on marginalized groups and has left many people homeless. New Zealand saw the highest increase in housing prices among all OECD countries–30 percent in the last 12 months, which has kept first-time buyers out.

The government also reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the well-being and prosperity of indigenous Maori because of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, which serves as the cornerstone of their relationship with the Crown.

Conclusively, the framework itself states that its principles are only a first step toward a greater understanding of Te Tiriti's right to a good house, and that other groups may work on more comprehensive initiatives.