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An advocate says there needs to be a major shakeup of the rules around heritage buildings. Â
Local Government New Zealand President Sam Broughton says current legislation means it's hard to take action on vacant buildings. Â
A remit has been passed at the Local Government New Zealand conference in Wellington, asking for stronger powers. Â
Lower Hutt's Voluntary Heritage Group Convenor Phil Barry told Mike Hosking heritage rules are too tight. Â
He says once a building is on the list, even if it becomes run down, it's almost impossible to get it removed.Â
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