BORA Local Government Law Reform Bill [pdf, 405 KB]
...consistency with section 21 of the Bill of Rights Act (unreasonable search and seizure). We have concluded that the restriction is reasonable for the purpose of section 21. 5. The removal of abandoned vehicles does not significantly intrude on the privacy of the owner and is necessary to deal with a problem that imposes a significant cost on ratepayers. The Bill will provide some protection for vehicle owners as the vehicle may not be removed until the police have been notified. The lo...