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September 2011 Otaki North Urban Limits 1

Otaki Urban Growth Limits

November 2011

Andrew Guerin, Kirsty van Reenen and Simon Stewart (MWH)

Table of Contents

1. Introduction 3

2. Wider Otaki 4 2.1 Current District Plan Zoning 4 2.2 Constraints 5

3. Otaki North 6 3.1 Current District Plan Zoning 6 3.2 Development Principles 6 3.3 Extent of Structure Plan Area 8

4. Features and Constraints of Structure Plan Area 10 4.1 Cultural and Heritage Sites 11 4.2 Ecological Sites and Vegetation Cover 12 4.3 Existing Development and Land Ownership 12 4.4 Topography and Flooding 13 4.5 Land use Capability and Contaminated Land 13 4.6 Proposed Expressway 13 4.7 Open Space and Open Space Framework 13

5. Connectivity 14

6. Open Space 16

7. Potential Areas for Future Development 18 7.1 Sensitive and Buffer Areas 18 7.2 Low Impact Urban and Eco Hamlet Development 18 7.3 Potential Development Yield 21

8. Conclusion 22

Appendix 1 – Draft District Plan Provisions 24

Appendix 2 – Wider Otaki Maps 39

Appendix 3 – Otaki North Structure Plan Maps 40


1. Introduction Otaki’s current urban zone boundary was established in the District Plan made operative in 1999. This was based on the early Otaki Borough District Scheme which was developed in the 1970’s and made operative in 1981. Not a lot has changed to the urban boundary since 1981 other than the urban area extending into rural dune land at the beach in 1999. With the proposed expressway resulting in most traffic bypassing to the east of the Railway settlement, changes to State Highway 1 (SH1) and the review of the District Plan, it is timely to review the current urban limits at Otaki. This is also in response to potential growth pressures resulting from faster journey times to and from Wellington. This report provides an analysis of the land surrounding the existing Otaki urban area in order to identify the constraints to potential future development. This includes an assessment of the physical features and access opportunities of wider Otaki. Key constraints include:

Landuse capability; Topography; and Flooding

Subsequently, land for future residential and eco hamlet development was identified. In relation to this potential development area, this report and the accompanying maps:

Map the constraints to development; Identify unsuitable areas for development; Identify potential low impact urban and eco hamlet development areas; Identify potential open space corridors; Explore options for ensuring connectivity within the area and with the

wider area for local roading and CWB connections; and Provide draft provisions to be included in the District Plan review.



2. Wider Otaki 2.1 Current District Plan Zoning The current district plan zoning of the wider Otaki area is illustrated in Figure 1 below. For the area to the north of the township all subdivision is a non-complying activity. This was in anticipation of Otaki expanding onto the elevated land to the north. It was considered that fragmentation of the land into lifestyle blocks would prevent the orderly subdivision and development of the land into urban use. Land generally to the west of the existing urban area has a coastal rural subdivision policy overlay where the subdivision of hamlets with an average lot size of 4ha is allowed subject to having flood free building sites. Land to the east has an alluvial rural subdivision policy overlay where 6ha average subdivision is allowed.

Figure 1: Current District Plan rural zoning policy areas of the wider Otaki area

2.2 Constraints The constraints which were considered and mapped for the wider Otaki area are outlined in Table 1 below: Table 1: Features and Constraints of the wider Otaki area Feature / Constraint

Description

Contours The contours of the area were mapped to help identify low lying areas and the steeper and more dominant dune areas.

Land Use Capability (LUC)

Data from 1978 collected by the National Water and Soil Conservation Organisation was used to map the land use capability of the area. The map illustrates a number of characteristics including soil type, steepness and erosion. Land Use Class (LUC) I-II is considered to be generally inappropriate for urban development while LUC VI is generally suitable.

Flood Areas Otaki is bordered by two major water courses – Otaki River and Waitohu Stream. Flooding from the Waitohu stream between the beach and main townships and the Otaki River residual overflow path act as a significant constraint.

The maps of Wider Otaki in Appendix 2 illustrate that, except for the area to the north of Otaki, the character of the land surrounding Otaki’s urban area is generally not considered suitable for urban development or for further intensification of rural residential subdivision and development. The land between the beach and main village areas is subject to overflow/ extensive ponding and a LUC Class II classification which is more suited to farming activities. Land to the south is within the residual overflow path of the Otaki River and land to the east generally contains land having a Class I or II classification. It is not considered appropriate to allow further expansion of the town boundary East, West or South or to allow further intensification through the subdivision of land at higher densities than the current rural subdivision provisions, i.e. average 4ha and minimum 0.4-1ha for land with Coastal rural subdivision zoning and average 6ha and minimum 4ha for land within the alluvial rural subdivision policy overlay. Some land to the north of the main township, however, is potentially suitable for some low impact urban and eco hamlet development. The remainder of this report assesses the potential of the land directly north of the existing urban area for low impact urban and rural residential development.


3. Otaki North 3.1 Current District Plan Zoning The subdivision rules for the land directly north of the Otaki urban area are currently non-complying to ensure the land is not subdivided until a comprehensive plan is developed. This will remain until a plan change is developed via a structure plan process which will provide the basis for new subdivision and development rules and standards. This structure plan exercise will explore options for the development of this ‘non-complying’ area and adjacent land for future residential directly north of the urban area, and for eco hamlets in the north to provide a transition between town and country. 3.2 Development Principles Section C.7.2: Rural Subdivision and Development of the District Plan Policy 6(b) provides a framework for future subdivision and development in the Waikanae North Eco Hamlet Area. This is worth considering with regard to providing for an eco hamlet and transitional area north of Otaki. The following are the development principles within Policy 6(b) which provide a detailed framework to guide the drafting of any structure plan and plan change. The development principles are:

(i) Landform dictates the shape and design of eco-hamlets and associated buildings and minimises landform modification

(ii) Buildings, roads and structures are sited so that they minimise disturbance to the existing landforms and natural features including general contours and prominent landforms, areas of native bush, wetlands, streams and their margins, to reduce the adverse effects of sedimentation.

(iii) Buildings are designed and oriented to maximise water and energy efficiency, while ensuring public health is maintained. The use of renewable energy generation systems is strongly encouraged.

(iv) Building design/built form reflects local character, including having cladding and colour schemes that are in harmony with the natural landscape and have low reflective qualities.

(v) Open space and rural character are protected and enhanced by maintaining an appropriate overall rural-type density and ratio of development intensity to open space. Consideration is also given to minimising light pollution.

(vi) The potential for rural land to be utilised for a range of rural production activities is maintained through the retention of larger balance area lots.

(vii) Efficient use is made of infrastructure and other services provided in conjunction with more concentrated rural living environments

(viii) Any development is designed to provide for a high degree of social and amenity value in the living environments, both within the site(s) and the wider neighbourhood/community. The provision of ‘Affordable Housing’ is encouraged


(ix) Any development is designed to create a sense of community and to provide a safe and accessible environment for pedestrians and cyclists.

(x) Stormwater treatment and management systems are designed to integrate into the landscape to minimise storm water runoff resulting from development and protect water quality, and any associated native ecosystems or habitats

(xi) Any development and subdivision ensures that individual lots are landscaped and planted that: - visually reduces the bulk of buildings; - integrates the building form into the landscape; - provides shade and windbreaks; - protects or maintains visual privacy; - limits the planting of hedges and shelter belts along property boundaries; and - will maintain, including overtime, sufficient separation distance between vegetation and transmission lines.

(xii) Any development maintains and enhances the ecological health of water bodies, wetlands and aquatic habitats, retains and develops blue and green corridors (waterways and native bush areas) as a feature of any future development of the area

(xiii) Integration and protection of areas of historic heritage and environmental significance takes place

(xiv) Development provides for walkable communities with generous provision for walking, cycling and horse riding trails including non-motorised access along watercourses and open space areas

(xv) Any development minimises its Carbon Footprint (xvi) Development provides for the management of domestic

animals, (including cats and dogs) and pest plants and fish to prevent the degradation of environmentally sensitive areas, native flora and fauna.

(xvii) New dwellings are designed to minimise fire risks, for example, by installing domestic sprinklers

(xviii) Buildings and site accesses are designed and built so that they are free from flooding. Design solutions shall, where possible, use soft engineering to be consistent with Kapiti Coast District Council Subdivision and Development Principles and Requirements

(xix) Adverse effects on the transmission lines are avoided, remedied or mitigated including through the design and layout of the subdivision and development and the nature and extent of earthworks.

Similar principles also apply to potential low impact urban development in Waikanae North. Collectively they provide a sound basis to draft sustainable urban development provisions to manage the future urban growth of Otaki.



3.3 Extent of Structure Plan Area Much of the land directly north of Otaki Township is elevated, most of it does not contain high quality soils and it is not prone to significant flooding (see maps in Appendix 2). There are significant areas of open space and ecological areas that would need to be protected and enhanced. With investment in this area, there is potential for restoration and replanting of remnant indigenous vegetation and linking these to streams/drains creating both green and blue corridors. In considering land to be included as part of a structure plan for Otaki North, the features and constraints of the land were taken into account. Figure 2 below illustrates the land which was initially considered for inclusion in the structure plan.

Figure 2: Land considered for inclusion within the Otaki North Structure Plan After considering the features and constraints of the land north of Otaki, a structure plan area was defined. The southern boundary of the structure plan area is the existing Otaki Urban limits. The Mangapouri Stream forms part of this boundary. The Waitohu Stream forms the north eastern boundary of the area with the north western boundary largely defined by the extent of LUC class VI soils. Areas beyond these extents were considered either too valuable as class I or class II soils or were subject to significant flood hazards. The area of land to the east of SH1 and the railway line was not included as much of the land is subject to regular flood events and the land is relatively productive, having Class II soils and it is physically segregated by the expressway, existing SH1, Waitohu Road and the river. A portion of land within the north western portion of land considered for inclusion in the structure plan has Class II soil. Although this land is relatively productive it was considered appropriate for inclusion in the structure plan as Convent Road would form a logical boundary for the structure plan. It would


be appropriate for this land to continue to be used for rural production purposes and to form part of a balance lot to any development within this area. The extent of the structure plan area is illustrated in Figure 3 below. The total area of the land within this structure plan is 206.4ha.

Figure 3 – Otaki North Structure Plan Area

4. Features and Constraints of Structure Plan Area An extensive mapping exercise was undertaken for the structure plan area north of the main township. The features and constraints which were considered are outlined in Table 2 below: Table 2: Features and Constraints of the Otaki North Structure Plan Area Feature / Constraint

Description

Ecological Areas K015 – Haruatai Park Forest. Pukatea-kahikatea swamp forest, wetland which is very rare 5.78ha

Streams Waitohu Stream is within the northern part of the area located along a portion of the north eastern boundary and provides a significant constraint to development. Mangapouri Stream is located directly south of the area, directly north of Mill Road. The Mangapouri Stream forms part of the southern boundary of the area.

Contours The contours of the site were mapped to help identify low lying areas and the steeper and more dominant dune areas.

Right of ways Existing right of ways greater than 20m were identified to assist when looking at possible roading connections within the area.

Cultural Sites A number of cultural sites were identified and mapped. Accepting the certainty that other sites exist and will need to be identified where possible prior to subdivision and development taking place.

Archaeological sites Two archaeological sites were identified and mapped. Heritage Buildings and places

Four heritage buildings/places were identified and mapped.

Proposed expressway A 100m corridor was mapped illustrating the alignment of the proposed expressway through the site.

Existing buildings The existing buildings within the site were mapped. Land ownership The cadastral map for the area was included as a

layer to help determine the land ownership of the site.

Vegetation The vegetation covering the eco hamlet area was mapped using data obtained from the Greater Wellington Regional Council.

Land use capability Data from 1978 collected by the National Water and Soil Conservation Organisation was used to map the land use capability of the eco hamlet area. The map illustrates a number of characteristics including soil type, steepness and erosion.

Existing State Highway and Railway Line

State Highway 1 and the NIMT railway line were mapped; these form the eastern boundary of the structure plan area.

Open space and open The district plan maps illustrate two sites of open


Feature / Description Constraint space framework space in the structure plan area, both along the

southern boundary of the area. The open space framework layer which includes ‘landscape’ and ‘ecological’ areas was illustrated as a map layer.

Contaminated land A contaminated site was identified and mapped.

4.1 Cultural and Heritage Sites There are nine recorded waahi tapu sites within the Otaki north area. These sites are described as follows: Table 3: Recoded waahi tapu sites within the Otaki North Structure Plan No. Location Waahi tapu

type Iwi Group

W323 Te Rauparaha Street Pukekaraka No 5

Urupa Ngati Raukawa

W376 Lupin Road Titokitoki No. 2, 2A, B1, B2

Pa Ngati Raukawa

W343 186 Mill Road Pt Secs 85 Blk Waitohu SD Pt Lot 1 DP 9569

MK Ngati Raukawa

W306 State Highway 1 Pt Lot 1 DP 11972, Lot 1 DP 21471 CT A1/836 – A3/582

Kainga Ngati Raukawa

W422 20 Convent Road Pukekaraka 4A3 4B Blk IX Waitohu SD

MK Ngati Ruakawa

W341 Convent Road Pukekaraka 4A2 Blk IX Waitohu SD

Rohe Ngata Ruakawa

W361 20 Convent Road Pukekaraka 4A34 Blk IX Waitohu SD

Pa Tuna Ngata Ruakawa

W319 Pt Pukekaraka C Blk IX Waitohu SD

AHU Ngati Ruakawa

W306 263 SH1, Otaki Pt Lot 1 DP 11972

Kainga Ngati Ruakawa

While there are nine recorded waahi tapu sites within the Otaki north area it is possible that there are a number of further sites. Consultation should be undertaken to identify any further waahi tapu sites and to determine what iwi see as being the potential land use for these areas. There are parcels which are land-banked as potential blocks to be returned to Ngati Raukawa through the Treaty of Waitangi Claims process. These areas include the old maternity hospital and surrounding lands on the corner of Anzac Road and Mill Road which extends back to Haruatai Park. The second


piece of land is the old Koha Ora Block, which is often referred to as the TB Hospital in behind Haruatai Park. Consultation also needs to be undertaken to determine the potential land use for these areas. There are four heritage buildings (two of which are also recorded as ‘heritage places’) located within the structure plan area. Three of these heritage buildings are grouped to the east of Convent Road and the forth is located north of Mill Road. The heritage buildings and places are described as follows: Table 4: Recorded heritage buildings and places within the Otaki North

Structure Plan area No. Owner Location and legal

description Description and significance

B2 Tainui Marae Committee

2 -4 Convent Road. Pukekaraka 5 ML

Pukekaraka Presbytery NZHPT Register Number 4100 Cat. II

B3 Roman Catholic Church

2-4 Convent Road Pukekaraka 5 ML

St Marys Church NZHPT Register No. 4701 Cat 1

B14 Roman Catholic Church

Convent Road Pukekaraka 5 ML

Pukekaraka Conservation Area Heritage building and place

B84 Hospital Mill Road Pt Lot DP 9569

Maternity hospital built 1899

There are two archaeological sites located within the north western corner of the structure plan area. These areas are described as Pukekaraka Presbytery and, St Mary’s Church (catholic). 4.2 Ecological Sites and Vegetation Cover There is one ecological site within the Otaki north area which is K015: Haruatai Park forest. The site comprises of Pukatea-kahikatea swamp forest and wetland with a total area of 5.78ha. The eco-site is described as being fragmented and under considerable threat from pest plant species and provides habitat for kapungawha and kereru. The vegetation data from the Greater Wellington Regional Council (See maps in Appendix 3) shows that the majority of the structure plan area is grassland. There are a number of areas of broadleaf indigenous hardwoods, mixed exotic scrubland, deciduous hardwoods, pine forest and indigenous forest. The areas of indigenous vegetation largely comprise the ecological site (K015) and small areas of vegetation to the west of this ecological site which do not require specific protection. 4.3 Existing Development and Land Ownership Otaki north is largely rural in nature. However, there are a number of existing dwellings within the area primarily located directly north of Mill Road, directly west of SH1, north of Waitohu Valley Road and directly east of Convent Road.


The land area is held within approximately 34 titles, most of which are of a relatively large size. 4.4 Topography and Flooding As stated previously, much of the land north of Otaki is elevated. The land ranges between approximately 7.5m and 32.5m above sea level. There are three main dune formations within the structure plan area. The Mangapouri Stream forms the eastern boundary of the structure plan area and the Waitohu Stream forms part of the southern boundary of the structure plan area. There are a number of areas which are subject to flooding, the majority of which are adjacent to the waterways. Approximately 56ha of the structure plan area is subject to flooding. 4.5 Land use Capability and Contaminated Land The land use capability map for the Otaki North area shows that the majority of the land has class 6 soils which are relatively unproductive. There is an area of land within the northern portion of the structure plan area which has Class II soils, and two areas of Class I soils located in the southern area, and as a thin intrusion in the midsection of the plan. The structure plan area comprises of 18.33Ha(8.88%) of Class I soils, and 41.24Ha(19.98%) of Class II soils, with the remaining 146.8Ha being Class VI (71.12%). There is a contaminated site located on the property at 186 Mill Road identified on the Councils GIS system as a ‘KCDC site’. The site is not recorded on Greater Wellington’s SLUR list. Council records state that a tank has been removed from the site.

4.6 Proposed Expressway The proposed expressway corridor is located in the eastern portion of the structure plan area and runs between SH1 and the railway line. It is considered that development within the transport corridor where SH1, the railway line and the proposed expressway are located is undesirable due to potential noise, vibration and visual effects. 4.7 Open Space and Open Space Framework There are two areas of open space located along the southern boundary of the structure plan area as illustrated on the maps in Appendix 3. The Otaki Domain is accessed off Mill Road and the Otaki Cemetery is located and accessed from the end of Lupin Road. The maps produced as part of the documents for an open space strategy identify a number of landscape and ecological links through the area, notable along the streams on the northern and southern boundary and a landscape corridor through the middle of the area encompassing the ecological site.


5. Connectivity Consideration was given to how vehicle and CWB connections could be achieved through the urban and eco hamlet development areas. In doing so, consideration was given to the existing roading network and existing driveways and rights of ways which could provide connections to areas suitable for residential and eco hamlet development. Objective 2 of the Cycleways, Walkways and Bridleways Strategy is ‘to develop safe networks which improve cycling, walking and horse riding access and linkages throughout Kapiti’. Supporting policies 2.1 and 2.5 of the CWB Strategy aim to expend and enhance walking and cycling and horse riding networks and facilities and new subdivisions to provide convenient and attractive linkages for active transport through and between subdivisions. Development principles (ix) and (xix) outlined in section 2.1 aim to provide a safe and accessible environment for pedestrians and cyclists and development to provide for walkable communities with generous provision for walking, cycling and horse riding trails including non-motorised access along watercourses and open space areas. There are a number of existing CWB routes through the structure plan area. These routes include a walking route along the Waitohu Stream which forms part of the north eastern boundary of the area, a walking route from Convent Road to the ecological site and from the ecological site up to Waitohu Stream, and a walking and cycling route along the south west boundary of the structure plan area as far as the ecological site. A number of CWB connections will be provided through the low impact urban and eco hamlet areas to achieve development principles (ix) and (xix). These potential connections include:

A CWB route to provide a possible connection between SH1 and the beach. This could also connect to Haruatai Park Forest.

A connection from Mill Road to Haruatai Park Forest. A CWB connection should be provided along the Mangapouri Stream

which flows along part of the southern boundary of the low impact urban area.

A CWB connection along the Waitohu Stream along the north eastern boundary of the eco hamlet area.

A number of possible roading connections have been considered for the structure plan area. These are illustrated on the maps in Appendix 3 and include:

A possible connection from Mill Road through the low impact urban area, adjacent to Haruatai Park Forest (western side) and providing a connection into the eco hamlet area.

Possible connections from the end of Lupin Road providing a link road through the low impact urban area back to mill Road and a road providing a connection with the road described in the above point at Haruatai Park Forest.


A potential connection into the eco hamlet area from Convent Road at the northern side of the dune system (avoiding the flood prone land where possible).

A potential connection into the eco hamlet area from the intersection Convent Road, Old Coach Road North and Waiorongomai Road. This road would avoid the flood prone land and link to a further road in the low impact urban area through a low point in the dune system.


6. Open Space The ‘Documents for an Open Space Strategy’ produced in 2010, contains reports, papers and maps to be used as the basis for the preparation of an Open Space Strategy for the Kapiti Coast District. The report states that there are gaps in the current landscape framework in terms of the provision of open space for community needs, ecological purposes and landscape coherence. Of particular importance to the structure plan is the provision of open spaces for landscape coherence and open spaces for ecological corridors. With regard to open spaces for landscape coherence the human occupation and development of landscapes fragments them. Although individuals and groups may manage land to sustain its internal coherence and integrity there are difficult challenges in ensuring that there is a broader coherence across the wider landscape. Establishing an open space framework within which there is a high degree of continuity in use and management enables a coherence to be sustained across the wider landscape; fragmentation is contained within a wider framework of integration. The report notes that the implications of climate change are uncertain but increased storminess and changes to frost patterns and mean annual temperatures may be expected. Such changes may result in changes to natural vegetation associations and greater ponding in low lying areas. The rehabilitation of previously drained swamps in low lying areas may increase the ground water capacity and mitigate flooding in more valuable areas. An open space framework has the potential to mitigate the impacts resulting from extremes in climatic conditions. A number of community workshops were held across the district late in 2009. The theme of the workshops was to build on the outcomes of consultations undertaken during the community outcomes process and strategic planning documents. The community views relating to the area covered by the structure plan area include:

The demand for sports grounds in Otaki exceeds the current provisions on Haruatai Park. Either expand the park or look for additional provision elsewhere. Land adjacent to the park has ownership constraints (subject to treaty claims). Consider the use of nearby farmland to the north of the township.

In general, Otaki township is poorly provided with public open space. Otaki is poorly served with recreational links. Give priority to CWB linkages along rivers and streams. A safe alternative for cyclists crossing the Waitohu Stream on SH1 is

needed. Support was expressed for particular elements of CWB including a

track linking Haruatai Park with the cemetery, and a footbridge across the stream from Atkinson Ave.

A series of maps form part of the Documents for an Open Space Strategy. One of these maps illustrates areas to form part of a landscape and ecological


framework. This map was included as a layer on the key constraints map (see the Open Space Framework map in Appendix 3). Within the structure plan area, the Open Spaces Framework maps include a landscape and ecological link along the Waitohu Stream which forms the north eastern boundary of the structure plan area, a landscape link along the Mangapouri stream which forms part of the southern boundary of the area, an ecological link through the middle of the area which encompasses the ecological site and an ecological link which includes the property located on the western boundary of the structure plan area. The constraints mapping exercise involved identifying and mapping features to be restored and protected within the potential development area. It is considered that these areas including ecological sites, streams/drains and the buffers along these would form part of the open space network within the site. The areas identified for a landscape and ecological framework generally reflect those areas and linkages which have been identified for open space during the mapping exercise for this work. A buffer has been included either side of the streams which fall within the structure plan area and around the ecological site. While there are some differences between our assessment and the assessment completed as part of the Documents for an Open Space Strategy, the assessment done as part of the mapping exercise for the structure plan is more detailed and should take precedence. The above points raised through the development of the Documents for an Open Space Strategy and the features identified through the constraints mapping process have formed the basis for considering an open space network in the urban and eco hamlet structure plan area. The following were identified as being potential open space areas and blue/green corridors:

A 15m corridor either side of the Waitohu and Mangapouri Streams. The corridor may be wider in places, in particular at the confluence with other water bodies.

The ecological site within the eco hamlet area will form part of the open space network. A 50m buffer will also be included around this ecological site.

The approach taken for providing for open space and blue and green corridors outlined above is consistent with development principles (v) and (xii) outlined in section 2.1. These principles seek to protect the open space of the area, utilise rural land for rural production activities and to maintain and enhance the ecological health of water bodies, wetlands and aquatic habitats and to retain and develop blue and green corridors as a feature of the development of the structure plan area.


7. Potential Areas for Future Development 7.1 Sensitive and Buffer Areas The attached key constraints and suitable and non-suitable areas maps in Appendix 3 illustrate areas which could be suitable for residential and transitional eco hamlet development and associated infrastructure. Initially, the dominant ridgelines were identified and mapped. It was agreed that development is not appropriate on top of these ridgelines. This is consistent with the development principles for the eco hamlet area. The sensitive dune areas and ridgelines were then identified. These form the areas below the dominant ridgelines where development should be sensitively designed to ensure they blend into or do not dominate the landscape when viewed from the surrounding area. While these elevated dunes are prime location for development, consideration needs to be given to protecting visually dominant and sensitive ridgelines and dunes from inappropriate subdivision and development. A buffer of 20m (radius) was mapped around each of the waahi tapu sites, archaeological sites and heritage buildings as the exact position of any significant items and areas is unknown. A buffer of 50m around the ecological site (K015 – Haruatai Park Forest) has been included on the constraints map to prevent any development directly adjacent to the site. It is considered that the vegetation (except the existing ecological site) identified by Greater Wellington are not significant enough to require specific protection as part of this structure plan. A 100m buffer either side of the expressway corridor was identified as a key constraint on the maps in Appendix 3. It is considered that development within this buffer area is undesirable. A 15m buffer has been mapped either side of the Mangapouri and Waitohu streams to prevent development within close proximity to the Stream and to allow for a potential walkway and cycleway to be formed adjacent to the stream. The area of land directly north of the low impact urban boundary adjacent to Convent Road has been identified as a sensitive area for cultural and heritage reasons. Consultation will need to be undertaken to determine what (if any) development might occur at this location. 7.2 Low Impact Urban and Eco Hamlet Development Areas considered to be appropriate for potential residential and eco hamlet development were identified by ‘greying’ out the site constraints outlined above. The land directly north of the existing urban area is considered to be suitable for low density residential development while the land further north is more suited for eco hamlet development. These areas largely comprise the elevated



areas, except those ridgelines which have been identified as dominant and not suitable for development and which will over look open space / reserve areas. It was considered appropriate to continue urban development of a similar density near the existing urban boundary. It was considered that any land suitable for development beyond this should be developed as an eco-hamlet area. The study area was divided into two areas: Low-Impact Urban and Eco Hamlet. These areas are illustrated in Figure 4 and are described below.

Figure 4 – Otaki North Structure Plan: Low Impact Urban and Eco Hamlet Areas Low-Impact Urban This area is proposed to have a similar housing density to the adjoining residential area. This area is largely free from flooding, and avoids most historical sites. The low impact urban area extends north of the existing urban area. The northern boundary follows the base of the main dune system to the north west. The sensitive cultural areas adjacent to Convent Road are excluded from the low impact urban area. This land is also susceptible to flooding. The eastern boundary of the low impact urban area run along the base of the dune system directly west of the railway line. Eco-Hamlet The eco hamlet area is suitable for low-density rural/residential living. The eco hamlet area extends north of the low impact urban area and forms a transition between the urban and rural environments forming a “soft urban edge” where fragmented land in multiple ownership will make future urban expansion unlikely. The eco hamlet area includes sensitive cultural areas to the north-west of the low impact urban boundary which contains several historical sites as well as urupa and Tainui Marae. This area is identified as a ‘culturally and historically

sensitive area’ on the maps in Appendix 3. Sensitive dunes are likely to have development restrictions to retain their natural character and avoid modification to sites of significance to Iwi. Consultation with Iwi and local landowners will determine the appropriateness of development (if any) and development restrictions. The railway line is an appropriate eastern boundary. In addition, there is an area of land within the north western portion of the structure plan area which has Class II soils. This land is relatively productive and should remain as productive rural land and form part of balance farm lots as part of any eco hamlet development. The area of each constraint within the Structure Plan area was calculated. These areas are outlined in Table 5 below. Table 5: Key constraints within the Structure Plan Area Feature / Constraint Description Size (Ha) Ecological Areas and buffer

K015 – Haruatai Park Forest (5.78ha) and a 50m buffer.

11.8ha

Streams Includes the streams and a 15m buffer either side

2.45ha

Cultural sites and heritage buildings

Includes a buffer of 20m (radius) around each site

1.47ha

Dominant ridgelines The highest and dominant areas along the dunes systems.

4.23ha

Transportation Corridor Includes those areas of the expressway, a 100m buffer either side of the expressway and the railway line within the low impact urban area

3.58ha

Contaminated Land Includes the parcel of land identified as contaminated.

0.92ha

Open Space (planning zone)

Includes the land identified as open space within the district plan

12.35ha


7.3 Potential Development Yield The total amount of land constrained within the low impact urban and eco hamlet areas were then calculated to determine the amount of land suitable for development. The suitable and non-suitable areas for development within the Low Impact Urban and Eco Hamlet areas are shown in the following table: Table 6: Suitable and Non-Suitable areas within the Low Impact Urban and Eco Hamlet Areas Total

Size Suitable Area Non-

Suitable Area

Eco-Hamlet area

112.3ha 105.69ha Total includes 18.63ha as ecologically sensitive* Total includes 6.46ha as historically/culturally sensitive

6.56ha

Low-Impact Urban area

94.16ha 63.93ha 49.88ha with 20% allowance for roads and reserves. Total includes 1.05ha as ecologically significant* Total includes 0.53ha as culturally/historically significant

30.21ha

* Suitable for development subject to restrictions A suitable and non-suitable development areas map was produced with indicative roading connections (see Appendix 3). For the Low Impact Urban area, approximately 49.88ha is considered suitable for development. This is taking into account an allowance of 20% for roads and reserves. This represents approximately 52.97% of the total low impact area. Densities similar to the existing neighbouring residential area of (@950m2 average) are proposed. For the transitional eco hamlet area, approximately 105.69ha is considered appropriate for eco hamlet development with 25ha containing ecologically significant and historical sites which would need to be included in balance farm lots. This represents approximately 94.11% of the total eco hamlet area. An average density of development within the eco hamlet area was calculated as 1 household per 2 hectares with a minimum lot area of 0.4ha. This was considered the maximum density in order to retain open rural character while providing for low impact rural living. The eco hamlet area, consisting of low density development with clusters of houses and large balance areas, would largely remain as productive land. This is consistent with development principle (vi) which seeks to utilise rural land for a range of rural production activities through the retention of larger


balance area lots. This is particularly appropriate for the corridors around the expressway and the transmission lines and the low lying areas. In some areas it is considered appropriate to protect the corridors adjacent to significant streams that will not form part of the open space network. Protection of these corridors could be achieved through requirements for planting. Under the above parameters the Low Impact urban and Eco Hamlet areas could accommodate 526 residential lots and 52 rural living lots totalling 578 dwellings. Based on the latest Statistic NZ assumed 1% annual growth rate, this would provide for the growth of Otaki for at least the next 35 years. This does not take into account the towns ability to absorb growth through further intensification where latest estimates produced earlier this year calculated that the town could absorb another 350 dwellings. To expand the town further north or to the west or south would require substantial flood mitigation works. Further expansion to the east would remove LUC class II soils from rural production. Given the limit of high quality soils in the district, further expansion to the east is not suitable. The extension of Otaki to the north as outlined in this paper would along with the rest of the town limits provide a logical town boundary for the next 40-100+ years.

8. Conclusion The analysis of the Otaki urban area has identified limits to the urban edge. It has also highlighted a number of opportunities for areas of open space, roading and CWB connections and areas suitable for residential development and a transitional area containing eco hamlet development. The eco hamlet area will provide a “soft urban edge” with a transition of development densities from low density residential, rural-residential in the form of eco hamlets through to rural development (dairy farming, grazing etc). To put this into effect would require a change to the District Plan as part of the upcoming review. This could be via a structure plan introducing provisions for subdivision and development within the area. This would need to respond to the opportunities and constraints identified as part of the structure planning process with a precinct. Consideration should also be given to what sort of residential density should apply to the extended residential zone. One option is to adopt the residential density for Lupin Road which has a minimum lot area of 800m2 (inclusive of access) with an average lot area of not less than 950m2. Another option is to adopt the 950m2 average lot area but with a smaller minimum lot size of 600m2 to provide more flexibility. This would be appropriate given that residential lot sizes close to the area are in the range of 600m2-1,400 m2.


The following section of this report includes proposed provisions to be included in the district plan for subdivision and development within the Otaki North Low Impact Urban and Eco Hamlet area.


Appendix 1 – Draft District Plan Provisions Otaki North Low Impact Urban Precinct Zone Maps EXTEND Residential zone and ADD Otaki North Low Impact Urban Precinct to District Wide, Urban and Rural Subdivision Maps. REMOVE Non-complying activity status from Rural Subdivision Map SUBDIVISION (i) Density – Minimum Lot Area Requirements

Otaki North Low Impact Urban Area 600m2 (inclusive of access) with an average lot area of not less than

950m2

Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precinct Zone Maps ADD Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precinct to District Wide, Urban and Rural Subdivision Maps. ADD Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precinct Structure Plan. REMOVE Non-complying activity status from Rural Subdivision Map Issues Insert B.8.8 into Part B: Significant Resource Management Issues as follows: B.8.10 Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precinct The Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precinct was incorporated into the District Plan to provide for low density and low impact subdivision and development in order to prevent urban growth extending beyond the Otaki North Urban Edge. Development within the eco hamlet area needs to be in harmony with the natural landform and designed to have minimal environmental impact. Combined with the Otaki North Urban Edge, and infrastructural constraints, development within the eco hamlet area will ensure that Otaki does not continue to expand to the north. Subdivision and development in the eco hamlet precinct has the potential to degrade the sensitive coastal dune system and the rural character of the


environment which it is located within. The issues that need to be addressed when considering subdivision and development in the Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precinct is the impact on:

Rural and open space character; Natural character of the coastal environment; Ecological features and values including native bush, wetlands and

streams and their margins;; Landforms and natural features; Water and energy efficiency; Retaining larger balance lots for rural production activities; Social and amenity value; Stormwater treatment and management systems; Historic heritage; Sense of community; Landscaping and planting; and Walking, cycling and horse riding trails.

Objectives No change required. Policies Chapter C.7.2 RURAL SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT Amend Policy 6(a) Rural Residential in Section C.7.2 as follows: POLICY 6(a) Rural Residential Ensure that rural residential subdivision is only permitted on land which is unsuitable not intended for future residential subdivision and, where the land is near an urban area, has already been closely subdivided and will not be adversely affected by further subdivision and development. Amend Policy 6(b) as follows: POLICY 6(b) Waikanae North Eco Hamlet Area (as shown on the Districtwide and Urban Maps 06-07 and Rural Subdivision Maps 03 & 06) Ensure that low-impact rural subdivision (Eco Hamlets) and development within the Eco Hamlet Area is managed through structure plans which shall be developed and implemented through further plan changes. The plan changes shall include provisions that incorporate the following development principles: (i) Landform dictates the shape and design of Eco Hamlets and associated buildings and minimises landform modification (ii) Buildings, roads and structures are sited so that they minimise disturbance to the existing landforms and natural features including general contours and prominent landforms, areas of native bush, wetlands, streams and their margins, to reduce the adverse effects of sedimentation


(iii) Buildings are designed and oriented to maximise water and energy efficiency, while ensuring public health is maintained. The use of local renewable energy generation systems is strongly encouraged. (iv) Building design / built form reflects local character, including having cladding and colour schemes that are in harmony with the natural landscape and have low reflective qualities (v) Open space and rural character are protected and enhanced by maintaining an appropriate overall rural-type density and ratio of development intensity to open space. Consideration is also given to minimising light pollution (vi) The potential for rural land to be utilised for a range of rural production activities is maintained through the retention of larger balance area lots (vii) Efficient use is made of infrastructure and other services provided in conjunction with more concentrated rural living environments (viii) Any development is designed to provide for a high degree of social and amenity value in the living environments, both within the site(s) and the wider neighbourhood/community. The provision of “Affordable Housing” is encouraged. (ix) Any development is designed to create a sense of community and to provide a safe and accessible environment for pedestrians and cyclists (x) Stormwater treatment and management systems are designed to integrate into the landscape to minimise storm-water runoff resulting from development and protect water quality, and any associated native ecosystems or habitats (xi) Any development and subdivision ensures that individual lots are landscaped and planted that: a. visually reduces the bulk of buildings; b. integrates the building form into the landscape; c. provides shade and windbreaks; d. protects or maintains visual privacy; e. limits the planting of hedges and shelter belts along property boundaries; and f. will maintain, including overtime, sufficient separation distance between vegetation and transmission lines. (xii) Any development maintains and enhances the ecological health of water bodies, wetlands and aquatic habitats, retains and develops blue and green corridors (waterways and native bush areas) as a feature of any future development of the area (xiii) Integration and protection of areas of historic heritage and environmental significance takes place (xiv) Development provides for walkable communities with generous provision for walking, cycling and horse riding trails including non-motorised access along watercourses and open space areas (xv) Any development minimises its Carbon Footprint (xvi) Development provides for the management of domestic animals, (including cats and dogs) and pest plants and fish to prevent the degradation of environmentally sensitive areas, native flora and fauna. (xvii) New dwellings are designed to minimise fire risks, for example, by installing domestic sprinklers (xviii) Buildings and site accesses are designed and built so that they are free from flooding. Design solutions shall, where possible, use soft engineering to


be consistent with Kapiti Coast District Council Subdivision and Development Principles and Requirements (xix) Adverse effects on the transmission lines are avoided, remedied or mitigated including through the design and layout of the subdivision and development and the nature and extent of earthworks. Ensure that subdivision and development in the Waikanae and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precinct is designed to reflect local character, maximise water and energy efficiency, minimise its carbon footprint, and provide for walkable communities with generous provision of walking, cycling and horse riding trails. POLICY 6(c) Protect the natural contour of the land, prominent landforms, sites of ecological significance, wetlands, and streams and their margins within the Waikanae and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precinct from the adverse effects of subdivision and development. POLICY 6(d) Ensure that the productive potential of rural land in the Waikanae and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precinct is maintained through the retention of larger balance area lots. POLICY 6(e) Enable development within the Waikanae and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precinct to contribute to the wider community by allowing the provision of land appropriate for social infrastructure such as community facilities. Amend Policy numbers for remainder of Chapter accordingly. Amend Policy 7(a) as follows: POLICY 7(a) Waikanae and Otaki North Low Impact Urban and Eco Hamlet Areas Restrict subdivision within future Low Impact Urban Area south of the urban edge and within the Eco Hamlet Area north of the urban edge to boundary adjustments to ensure that the land can be developed into low impact urban and rural densitiesy at some future stage via structure plans and the rezoning process. Amend ‘Waikanae North Eco Hamlet Area’ description in Section C.7.2 as follows: WAIKANAE AND OTAKI NORTH ECO HAMLET AREA PRECINCT An Eco Hamlet Area between the Waikanae North Urban Edge and rural land to the north has been included and identified on the Rural Subdivision Map. Subdivision of land in this area is restricted until comprehensive structure plans are established through plan changes to ensure that any subdivision and subsequent development has a minimal impact on the natural and physical environment. The development principles outlined in Policy 6(b) provide a detailed framework to guide the drafting of any structure plan and plan change. The development principles will ensure that


any development is in harmony with the natural landform with buildings incorporating appropriate cladding and colour schemes and the provision of landscaping to reduce the impact of buildings. Any development will also be required to minimise their “carbon footprint” through incorporating energy efficient technologies, water saving devices, siting buildings to maximise solar (sun) gain and other methods. The development principles also require large balance areas to maintain some sense of rural open spaces, and clustering or concentration of house sites to provide a sense of community for future residents of the hamlets. This form of development recognises that while the overall density in the Eco Hamlet Area would generally be low, the density in the house site areas will be higher, with local variations in response to the local characteristics within the Eco Hamlet Area. It is envisaged that the establishment of Eco Hamlets will enable those wishing to live in the rural environment to live in a sustainable manner, without urban services including potable water and public wastewater systems provided. Development of the area into low impact sites will also secure an appropriate settlement pattern for the land ensuring that future rezoning to urban in the Eco Hamlet Area will be unlikely given the multiple land ownership pattern established in accordance with the development principles. The Council considers that, combined with the Urban Edge line and infrastructural constraints, development within the Eco Hamlet Area will ensure that Waikanae does not continue to expand to the north. As a result future urban form will be compact, support public transport and provide for walkable communities. The Eco Hamlet area provisions within Provisions Part C, Section C.7.2 Rural Subdivision and Development Policy 6(b), and C7.2.1 Anticipated Environmental Outcomes (x) to (xvi) apply only to the Waikanae North Area, but will not apply to parts of that area that are rezoned in accordance with the provisions of the District Plan for the Waikanae North Area. The Waikanae and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precincts are areas located north of the Waikanae and Otaki North Urban Edge providing for low density, low impact cluster development integrated into its rural and coastal setting. The goal is to ensure that development is in harmony with the natural landform with buildings incorporating appropriate cladding and colour schemes and the provision of landscaping to reduce the impact of buildings. Any development will also minimise its ‘carbon footprint’ through incorporating energy efficient technologies, water saving devices, siting buildings to maximise solar gain and other methods. A substantial portion of the area will consist of large balance areas to maintain some sense of rural open spaces. Houses will be clustered to provide a sense of community for residents. The form of development recognises that while the overall density in the eco hamlet area will be low, the density in the cluster areas will be higher, with local variations in response to local characteristics within the eco hamlet precinct. Eco Hamlet development is based on a Structure Plan within which are a number of hamlets. The hamlets include identified areas for cluster


development as well as areas considered not suitable for development to be used as open space or land for rural productive purposes. The development within each hamlet will be guided by the provisions contained within Sections C:7 and D:2. C.7.2.1 Anticipated Environmental Outcomes No change required. Definitions Add definition of ‘Cluster Development’ as follows: ‘Cluster Development’ – a type of rural housing development where small groups of dwellings are located in close proximity to one another but an overall low density compatible with a rural area is maintained in respect of the total site area. Amend the definition of ‘Hamlet’ as follows: Hamlet – a development of at least three but no more than twelve twenty rural allotments that provide dwelling sites in the inter-dune hollows (being the area between dune formations) of the Rural Coastal Policy Area and the Waikanae and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precincts where the allotments are grouped in a cluster or clusters. Permitted Activities Add the following to the end of D.2.1.1 Rural Zone Rules: Permitted Activities (xxiii) PAPAKAINGA HOUSING WITHIN THE WAIKANAE

AND OTAKI NORTH PRECINCTS

Papakainga Housing within the Waikanae and Otaki North Precincts which occur on multiple owned Maori land as defined by the Te Ture Whenua Maori Act 1993.

Rules and Standards Amend Part D, within chapter D-2: Rural Zone Rules and Standards as follows: D.2.2 Rural Zone Standards D.2.2.1 Permitted Activity Standards

EARTHWORKS The following standards apply when carrying out earthworks for

any activity such as constructing new buildings and relocating buildings, building roads and access ways to building sites, subdivision lots, parks and parking areas.


These standards do no apply, however, to earthworks associated with maintenance of the watercourse or stormwater control, to road maintenance activities within the legal road and private farm tracks which are ancillary to permitted farming activities and are not within outstanding landscapes shown on the District Wide Zone Maps.

(i) Earthworks shall not be undertaken: On slopes of more than 28 degrees. Within 20 metres of a waterbody, including wetlands

and coastal waters, (ii) In any overflow path or residual overflow path no

earthworks shall: Involve the disturbance of more than 10m3 (volume)

of land in any 10 year period; or Alter the existing ground level by more than 0.5

metre, measured vertically.

This standard applies whether in relation to a particular earthwork or as a total of cumulative earthworks. (iii) In the Waikanae and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precincts,

no earthworks shall involve the disturbance of more than 100m3 (volume) of land and alter the existing ground level by more than 0.5 metre, measures vertically, in any 5 year period.

(iii) (iv) In all other areas, no earthworks shall involve the

disturbance of more than 100m3 (volume) of land and alter the existing ground level by more than 1.0 metre, measured vertically, in any 5 year period.

A clause in the contract for any earthworks shall contain the

following: Should a waahi tapu or other cultural site be unearthed during earthworks the contractor and/or owner shall: (a) cease operation; (b) inform local iwi (c) Inform the NZ Historic Places Trust (NZHPT) and apply

for an appropriate authority if required; (d) take appropriate action, after discussion with NZHPT,

Council and Tangata Whenua, Remedy damage and/or restore the site.

Note: In accordance with the Historic Places Act 1993, where an

archaeological site is present (or uncovered), authority from the NZ Historic Places Trust is required if the site is to be modified in any way.

i) YARDS


(i) Front Yard

Within the Waikanae and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precincts: Any building other than factory farm buildings

shall be set back at least 20 metres from a road boundary.

Intrusions of eaves up to 0.6 metres are excluded, except where an eave would overhang an easement.

Within all other areas: A building other than factory farming buildings

shall be set back at least 10 metres from a road boundary.

Intrusions of eaves up to 0.6 metres are excluded, except where an eave would overhang an easement

(ii) Side and Rear Yards

Within the Waikanae and Otaki North Precincts

All buildings other than factory farm buildings shall be set back at least 10 metres from a side yard.

Intrusions of eaves up to 0.6 metres are excluded, except where an eave would overhang an easement.

Within all other areas

All buildings other than a factory farm building shall be set back at least 5 metres from the side yard, unless the written consent of the adjoining landowner is obtained.

Intrusions of eaves up to 0.6 metres are excluded, except where an eave would overhang an easement. (iii) Coastal Yard All buildings including relocated buildings, replacements and extensions shall be set back at least 100 metres (50 metres on Kapiti Island) from the seaward title boundary or Esplanade Reserve Boundary, whichever is the most seaward, or the seaward toe of the foredune or vegetation line where this is within the title. (iv) Separation From Waterbodies (streams and rivers) Buildings shall not be sited within the Stream Corridor Hazard Area as shown on the Natural Hazard Planning Maps. For the unsurveyed stream corridor and other


water bodies the minimum setback of any building or structure (other than a bridge or culvert structure for which a resource consent is required from the Regional Council) from the natural banks of any waterbody greater than 3 metres wide shall be 10 metres and for streams/drains less than 3 metres wide, shall be 5 metres where the average width of the stream or waterbody is measured as an average within the site. Note: For intensive farming standards refer to the Discretionary Activity Standards. (v) Flood Erosion Area Dwellings shall not be sited within the Flood Erosion Area as shown on the District Plan District wide and Urban Zones Planning Maps.

Insert the following standards at the end of Section D.2.2.1 Permitted Activity Standards DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE WAIKANAE AND OTAKI NORTH ECO HAMLET PRECINCTS Development within the Waikanae and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precincts shall meet the following standards:

a) Development shall be consistent with the Structure Plan (Appendix ?) for the Waikanae or Otaki North Precinct. Development shall be located within the areas as shown suitable on the Structure Plan.

b) Roading infrastructure and new and relocatable structures are

to be located: (i) Outside buffer areas adjacent to ecological sites,

streams, expressway and transmission lines as identified on the structure plan,, except for structures associated with passive recreation and conservation activities; and

(ii) Outside the Sensitive Areas and Visually Sensitive Ridgelines as identified on the structure plan.

c) LANDSCAPING AND PLANTING

1) Development shall ensure that individual lots are landscaped and planted to:

a) visually reduce the bulk of buildings; b) Integrate the building form into the landscape; c) Provides shade and windbreaks; d) Protects or minimises visual privacy;

e) Limit linear planting including hedges and shelter belts unless it can be demonstrated that it can be integrated appropriately with the landscape and topography;


f) Maintain sufficient separation distance between vegetation and transmission lines.

2) Locally sourced indigenous species shall be used for all

planting. d) LIGHTING

All fixed exterior lighting shall be directed away from adjacent sites and roads.

e) SOLAR HOT WATER HEATING

Solar hot water heating shall be fitted to each household unit with a minimum of 2m2 of solar panel per unit.

f) SITE LAYOUT

1) Buildings within individual lots shall be situated so that: All buildings within individual sites are clustered: Ancillary buildings are located within 25m of the

residential unit on the same site. Residential dwellings are orientated to maximise

energy efficiency. The roofs of all buildings shall be designed to

maximise rain water capture.

2) A site layout plan approved by Council shall be provided with the building consent application which shows the following: The location of all dwellings and accessory buildings

on site; Proposed driveway; and Any proposed planting.

g) BUILDING DESIGN

(i) Buildings must be designed and finished in a way to ensure that they will blend into the dune landscape. To achieve this cladding and roofing of all future buildings shall be of a colour that is likely to blend into the surrounding environment. The colour shall be agreed to by Council at the building consent stage.

(ii) Any building or fence constructed or clad in metal, or

material with reflective surfaces, shall be painted or otherwise coated with a non-reflective finish.

h) ANCILLARY BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES

Ancillary buildings and structures shall have a combined gross floor area of no greater than 100m2.

i) IMPERVIOUS SURFACES


No more than 500m2 of any site is covered by structures or impervious surfaces (other than structures for handling animals and plants).

j) DOMESTIC ANIMALS i) The keeping of a domestic cat(s) within 500m of eco sites

K133 (Nga Manu Bush) and K015 (Haruatui Park Forest) is not permitted unless the cat(s) are kept within a cat run.

Note: Cats found within Nga Manu will be trapped.

k) FAMILY FLAT

Any family flat within the Waikanae North and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precincts is to be integrated with the main residential building on the same site.

PAPAKAINGA HOUSING WITHIN THE WAIKANAE NORTH AND OTAKI NORTH PRECINCTS Papakainga Housing within the Waikanae North and Otaki North Precincts which occurs on multiple owned Maori land as defined by the Te Ture Whenua Maori Act 1993 shall comply with the following:

(a) Up to a maximum of 4 dwelling units.

(b) Maximum distance between dwellings shall be no more than

6.0m.

(c) Each dwelling unit shall have an outdoor living space for its own individual use. The living space must adjoin the living room and be located to the north, east and west of the dwelling unit it serves and shall be a minimum of 40m2, with a maximum width of 5.5 metres for the exclusive use of each dwelling unit.

(d) Compliance with the Waikanae North and Otaki North Precinct

Permitted Activity Standards. (e) A concept plan of the project shall be submitted to the Council

showing compliance with the above standards. Add the following to D.2.1.3 (A) Restricted Discretionary Activities (vi) The following are Restricted Discretionary Activities:

(vi) SUBDIVISION WITHIN THE WAIKANAE NORTH AND OTAKI NORTH PRECINCTS

Subdivision within the Waikanae North and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precincts that is in accordance with the Waikanae


North and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Structure Plan in Appendix ? and subject to compliance with the standards for Restricted Discretionary Activities.

The matters over which Council reserves discretion over are:

The design and layout of the subdivision including earthworks and the degree of compliance with the Kapiti Coast District Council Subdivision and Development Principles and Requirements 2005.

The imposition of financial contributions in accordance with Part E of the District Plan.

The imposition of conditions in accordance with Section 220 of the Resource Management Act.

Consistency with the Structure Plan (Appendix ?) for the Waikanae North and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Areas.

Potential adverse effects of subdivision on significant wetlands, and water bodies on site.

The provision of foot and cycle pathways and bridleways.

The installation of renewable electricity generation devices such as domestic wind turbines less than 5 kW.

Water supply and demand management, stormwater management and wastewater management.

In determining what conditions if any to impose, the Council will have regard to the following criteria: 1. The extent of consistency with the Council’s Subdivision

and Development Principles and Requirements and Subdivision and Rural Subdivision Design Guide.

2. The extent of consistency with the Structure Plan for the

Waikanae North and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precincts contained within Appendix ?

Add the following to D.2.23 Discretionary Activity Standards (A) The following are Restricted Discretionary Activity Standards SUBDIVISION WITHIN THE OTAKI NORTH PRECINCT (vii) Lots in the Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precinct

The subdivision of lots in the Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precinct shall be a restricted discretionary activity in accordance with the structure plan for the precinct in Appendix ? provided that subdivision complies with the following standards:


a) All lots, excluding balance lots, are restricted to LUC class VI land as per the structure plan.

b) The subdivision shall include the entire hamlet which can be

staged under the landownership structure from the date these provisions became operative.

c) A minimum of 60% of the total area of the hamlet is used for

rural productive or ecological purposes. d) The minimum lot area shall be 2,000m2 or 4,000m2? and the

average lot size within the development shall be 2ha.

e) The maximum size of the lots, excluding the balance lots, shall be 1ha.

f) The average lot size shall be 2ha.

g) Each new lot, including balance lots, shall carry an

encumbrance on the title prohibiting further subdivision beyond the maximum number specified for the Eco Hamlet; and specifying the building site and access limiting buildings to a clustered location.

h) Each lot shall have a development area and access sited and

designed so that all buildings and other improvements are compatible with and blend in with the natural environment and visual character of the area.

i) Site boundaries and roading infrastructure shall as much as

possible follow the contours, natural geographic features and dune topography.

j) Provision of roads, foot and cycle pathways and bridleways to

the satisfaction of the Council. Pedestrian and cycle routes shall be provided within all roads with a minimum width of 2.5m Pedestrian, cycle and bridle routes shall be provided within ecological corridors with a minimum width of 3.5m.

k) A minimum 30 metre buffer is incorporated around streams in the precincts (the extent of this is shown on the Structure Plan).

l) A minimum 50 metre Open Space Buffer is incorporated

around ecologically sensitive area K015 – Haruatui Park Forest, in the Otaki North Precinct.

m) One balance lot per hamlet are to be provided to allow for a

range of rural production activities.


n) Two site plans are to be submitted to Council for approval; one detailing the existing situation and the other detailing the proposed subdivision development. The site plans are to show those detail as set out in Part F 3.3 of the District Plan. In addition to these requirements, the proposed subdivision development plan must also show the no-build areas consistent with the Structure Plan.

Add the following to D.2.1.3 (B) Discretionary Activities (B) The following are Discretionary Activities

(xviii) All buildings and activities in the Sensitive Areas of the Waikanae North and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precincts (as identified on the structure plans in Appendix ? and ?)

Add the following to D.2.2.3 Discretionary Activity Standards

(B) The following are Discretionary Activity Standards

DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE SENSITIVE AREAS OF THE WAIKANAE NORTH AND OTAKI NORTH ECO HAMLET PRECINCT

Development within the sensitive areas of the Waikanae North and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precinct as identified on the structure plan for the precinct is a discretionary activity provided development complies with the following standards: a) Compliance with the Permitted Activity Standards for

development in the rural zone and the Waikanae North and Otaki North Eco Hamlet Precincts.

b) All buildings shall use as exterior materials: (i) Natural stone; or (ii) Natural timber provided any stains and protectants used do not contain colorants to change the natural colour of the timber (for example, to green or red); or (iii) Another material painted or finished in visually muted, recessive colours, from British Standard 5252 A01 to C40 inclusive, with a reflective value of 60% or less.

c) Any building or fence constructed or clad in metal, or material with reflective surfaces, shall be painted or otherwise coated with a non-reflective finish and be at least 50% visually permeable.


d) Building heights shall not be more than 6m in height and shall not exceed one storey.

Add the following to D.2.1.4 Non-Complying Activities (xvii) Roading infrastructure and new and relocatable structures located

within buffer areas adjacent to ecological sites, streams, expressway and transmission lines, except for structures associated with passive recreation and conservation activities.

Add the following to D.2.1.5 Prohibited Activities (iv) Roading infrastructure and new and relocatable structures located

within Visually Dominant Ridgelines (as identified on the Waikanae North and Otaki North Precinct structure plans in Appendix ? and ?)

Note: Need to add in non complying subdivision clause in future urban area for large lot subdivision?


Appendix 2 – Wider Otaki Maps



Appendix 3 – Otaki North Structure Plan Maps