It’s been nearly five years since the NPS-UD directed councils to enable more apartment-style housing in high-access areas. After years of delay, Auckland’s response — Plan Change 78 (PC78) — is finally up for a key vote before the Planning Committee on May 22.The plan has positives but remains underwhelming. With further intensification plans on hold, this is the city’s last real chance to get it right.This post will cover the most important issues at play and highlight places where Council’s plan and IHP differ.