About HUD
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) leads New Zealand’s housing and urban development work programme. We are responsible for strategy, policy, funding, monitoring and regulation of New Zealand’s housing and urban development system.
Our history
HUD was formed on 1 October 2018, and brings together functions from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and Ministry of Social Development, along with the monitoring of Housing New Zealand and Tāmaki Redevelopment Company function from Treasury.
Our Ministers
- Hon Dr Megan Woods – Minister of Housing
- Hon Phil Twyford – Minister for Urban Development
- Hon Kris Faafoi – Associate Minister of Housing (Public Housing)
- Hon Nanaia Mahuta – Associate Minister of Housing (Māori Housing)
Leadership team
The HUD leadership team has collective responsibility for the leadership and performance of HUD.
HUD Ministerial Advisory Group
The HUD Ministerial Advisory Group works with the Minister on policy and communications across a range of urban and housing issues.
Work at HUD
We have an exciting and challenging range of career opportunities for talented people who want to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Corporate publications
We produce a number of corporate documents, including annual reports and strategic intentions.
Transparency Statement
This transparency statement explains how we collect, use and share information gathered about individuals or entities (directly or indirectly) associated with regulatory compliance, law enforcement and security functions.