Knowing the risks
Updated LIMs bring clearer hazard information, says Rachael Cone of Total Realty.
Councils all over the country have introduced a more streamlined approach to presenting natural hazard information in Land Information Memorandums, or LIMs.
This means that details about risks such as flooding, coastal erosion, landslides and earthquakes are now laid out clearly and more accessibly. This improves transparency and helps homeowners and potential buyers understand the risks their properties may face. Plus, you can now easily find all this information online for free, making it easier for everyone – homeowners, tenants or future buyers – to stay informed.
While councils have always included hazard information in LIMs, these updates are making it more straightforward and, most importantly, user-friendly. This means better decision-making for everyone involved, giving you the knowledge you need to protect and adapt your property accordingly.
And with online mapping tools like GeoMaps, which highlight flood zones and landslide-prone areas on a map, property buyers can feel more confident in their choices. The Insurance Council of New Zealand is on board, too, recognising that informed decisions lead to better property management and risk planning.
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