Tradie charging up to 30 percent more for clients on streets with no parking
Wellington tradespeople are increasing their service fees by up to 30 percent for clients living on streets with poor parking or cycleway access. The added difficulty of navigating narrow streets and unloading equipment is being passed on to homeowners.
Why it matters
This illustrates the unintended economic consequences of urban infrastructure changes on local service industries and cost of living.
A Wellington plumber says he's been forced to charge up to 30 percent more if clients live on streets with cycleways with no parking or bad access .
The article presents both the perspective of the tradespeople and the homeowners, maintaining a balanced view of the urban planning conflict.
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