Contents Executive Summary 4 Section 1: Introduction More than a house: a decent home International human rights law The unique context of Aotearoa Rights and responsibilities Central and local government: a shared responsibility How can the Guidelines help? Limitations and annual reviews 11 13 13 14 15 16 16 17 Section 2: Colonisation and Te Tiriti o Waitangi Te Tiriti o Waitangi United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Conclusion 19 21 22 22 Section 3: Key features of the right to a decent home grounded on Te Tiriti o Waitangi A. Values B. The UN ‘decency’ housing principles C. Freedoms and entitlements D. Equity, equality and non-discrimination E. Participation F. A human rights-based housing strategy grounded on Te Tiriti G. Constructive accountability H. International assistance and cooperation 23 24 25 27 27 28 28 29 30 Section 4: Obligations and Violations Progressive realisation Indicators and benchmarks Core obligations of immediate effect Resources, priorities and trade-offs Obligations to respect, protect and fulfil human rights 31 32 33 33 34 35 Section 5: Private sector 37 Section 6: Conclusion 39 Appendix 1: Consultations and methods 41 Appendix 2: Key international standards on the right to a decent home 43 Appendix 3: Resources on housing in Aotearoa New Zealand and the right to a decent home 44 Appendix 4: Resources on colonisation, Te Tiriti o Waitangi and UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples 47 Endnotes 48 3