Before a Board of Inquiry MacKays to Peka Peka Expressway Proposal

under: the Resource Management Act 1991

in the matter of: Notice of requirement for designation and resource consent applications by the NZ Transport Agency for the MacKays to Peka Peka Expressway Proposal

applicant: NZ Transport Agency Requiring Authority

Supplementary statement of evidence of Robert Schofield (Planning) for the NZ Transport Agency

Dated: 10 December 2012

REFERENCE: John Hassan (john.hassan@chapmantripp.com)

Suzanne Janissen (suzanne.janissen@chapmantripp.com)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ............................................... 2 

TRACKED CHANGES CODING ........................................................... 2 

MAIN CHANGES TO CONDITIONS .................................................... 4 

COMMENTS ON CONDITIONS .......................................................... 6 Relationship and Role of Site Specific Management Plans ........................ 6 Independent Verification and Compliance Auditing ................................. 8 Social Impact Monitoring .................................................................... 9 Certification of Management Plans ..................................................... 11 

PROPOSED KĀPITI COAST DISTRICT PLAN ................................... 11 Natural Environment ........................................................................ 12 Coastal Environment ........................................................................ 13 Rural Environment ........................................................................... 13 Hazards .......................................................................................... 13 Historic Heritage .............................................................................. 13 Infrastructure Services and Associated Resource Use ........................... 14 

ECOLOGICAL MITIGATION MAPS .................................................. 14 

MACKAYS TO PEKA PEKA EXPRESSWAY SCOPING REPORT ........... 15 

ANNEXURE 1: REVISED CONDITIONS ........................................... 16 

ANNEXURE 2: RELEVANT PROVISIONS OF THE KCDC PROPOSED PLAN 2012 .................................................................................... 17 

ANNEXURE 3: PLAN SET - PROPOSED ECOLOGICAL MITIGATION SITES ............................................................................................ 45 

ANNEXURE 4: MACKAYS TO PEKA PEKA SCOPING REPORT 8 OCTOBER 2010 .......................................................................... 46 

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STATEMENT OF EVIDENCE OF ROBERT JOHN SCHOFIELD FOR THE NZ TRANSPORT AGENCY

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

1 My full name is Robert John Schofield.

2 I have the qualifications and experience set out at paragraphs 1 to 6 of my evidence-in-chief (EIC), dated 7 September 2012.

3 I repeat the confirmation given in my EIC that I have read, and agree to comply, with the Code of Conduct for Expert Witnesses (Consolidated Practice Note 2011).

4 The purpose of this statement is to provide an update on the tabulated “tracked changes” set of resource consent and designation conditions. Since the lodgement of my rebuttal evidence, the Planners for the two Councils (Ms Thomson and Mr Percy), the independent planning adviser to the Board (Mr Kyle), the Planner for the NZHPT (Ms Walters) and I undertook a second conferencing session on 9 November 2012 to discuss the conditions. This was followed up by ongoing discussions as the Hearing has progressed, including responses to matters and questions arising during the Hearing.

5 The tracked changes conditions have been undergoing a number of modifications since then. My statement outlines the different series of changes that have occurred since the application as lodged, and some of the main changes that have been proposed since the last set of conditions was issued (with my rebuttal evidence dated 29 October 2012).

6 The other purpose of this statement is to provide the Board with supplementary evidence on provisions of the proposed Kāpiti Coast District Plan (Proposed Plan) that are relevant to the Proposal.

7 I note that Mr Kyle, the Board’s planning adviser, has prepared a supplementary report addressing the weight and relevance of the Proposed Plan to the Project.

TRACKED CHANGES CODING

8 The attached conditions are based on those that were included in the AEE in Chapters 32 and 33, and show the following changes:

8.1 Red tracked changes are those changes made in response to expert evidence-in-chief, as shown in my rebuttal evidence (dated 29 October 2012);

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8.2 Green tracked changes are those changes made in response to expert rebuttal evidence as shown in my rebuttal evidence (dated 29 October 2012);

8.3 Blue tracked changes are those changes made in response to agreements reached in the first planners’ conferencing on conditions on 9 November 2012 and subsequent input from technical experts;

8.4 Purple tracked changes are those changes made to the resource consent conditions in response to matters arising during the Hearing, including expert answers to questions during cross-examination and questions from the Board. These changes also include agreements reached in the latest expert conferencing among stormwater experts, groundwater experts, erosion and sediment control experts, freshwater ecologists, terrestrial ecologists and landscape architects.

8.5 Highlighted text indicates recommended amendments since the second Planner’s conferencing conditions set (3 December 2012), to make minor corrections and amendments and to incorporate feedback from NZTA experts on the 3 December version.

9 As highlighted in the second Planners’ Conferencing Statement, due to time constraints, some additional amendments after this date may be necessary to capture agreed statements from other experts during the most recent conferencing and cross-examination. It is also likely that there may be further changes in response to matters arising during the remainder of the Hearing.

10 A number of condition numbering, cross-referencing and drafting errors occurred in the last edition of the conditions that were appended to the second Planners’ Conferencing Statement. I have made these corrections which are appended as Annexure 1 to my supplementary evidence (changes highlighted yellow).

11 I would note that the green and blue tracked changes (as well as purple in the resource consent conditions) indicate the level of changes that have occurred since the last issue of these conditions (that were attached to my rebuttal evidence in October). Many of these changes are corrections or amendments to improve the clarity of or interrelationship with other conditions. Other changes seek to implement the agreements that have been reached between the technical experts during conferencing or other discussions held over the course of the Hearing to date. I have also had some further feedback from the NZTA’s technical experts on the last set of conditions which I sought to incorporate.

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12 There are also a number of conditions which I have prepared and have included in this latest set in response to indications from the Board during the course of the Hearing.

13 I would note that there are likely to be further changes to arise from expert conferencing (for example, the second landscaping conferencing has not yet been finalised), as well as from matters arising during the Hearing. While I have attempted to rectify some of the numbering and formatting issues in the current set, it will be important to ensure the formatting and numbering is fully accurate.

14 I recommend that a further iteration of the set of recommended conditions be provided to the Board before the Christmas break, so that there is a refined clear condition set in time for the Board to hear submitters’ representations from 7 January 2013. The Board may wish to consider having all Planners able to be recalled at the end of the Inquiry prior to closing submissions so that each can express a supplementary view on the final version of the NZTA/Alliance proposed condition set.

15 I will now outline the main changes to the recommended conditions. I would highlight that these conditions reflect my independent view as a Planner, and many of the changes have yet to be considered by the NZTA.

MAIN CHANGES TO CONDITIONS

16 The main changes to the recommended conditions include:

16.1 Inclusion of new condition (DC.6A) to implement agreement with KCDC in respect of fully incorporating the areas of offset storage, ecological offset and wetland treatment within the operational designation;

16.2 More clarity over the use and purpose of the CEMP and its relationship with the higher order management plans that underpin it (G.15, G.19 and DC.7). In particular, the CEMP itself is a document that does not need to be certified, but the various management plans that form its appendices will require certification by the relevant council;

16.3 More clarity and consistency over the use and purpose of site specific management plans (SSMPs), including providing the Councils with advanced warning of the sequencing and programming of their submission for certification, and the ability to make minor changes without re-certification (G.12, G.19A, DC.7A, and DC.10C);

16.4 The introduction of specific environmental outcomes and performance standards or guidelines for each principal area of

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environmental effects’ management (for example, G.26A for erosion and sediment control, G.33B for ecological Management, DC.16C for construction traffic management, and DC.29A for construction noise and vibration management) – these new conditions are intended to clearly separate the performance outcomes that will be required to be achieved in the construction and operation of the Expressway from the use of management plans as the principal tool (but not the only one) for achieving those outcomes;

16.5 More specificity of key environmental monitoring requirements and procedures (for example, erosion and sediment control, hydrology and groundwater, and ecology), primarily derived from conferencing agreements;

16.6 Independent verification requirements for all CEMP Management Plans (for example, G.30A for groundwater level management, DC.26B for construction dust management and DC.55A for landscape and vegetation management);

16.7 Increased clarity over the relationship between the Landscape Management Plan (DC.52) and the Ecological Management Plan (G.34), as well as the process for confirming the final area and form of ecological mitigation and its timing for completion (G.41, G.42, G.42A and G.42B); and

16.8 The relocation of the (Ground) Settlement Management conditions from the resource consents conditions (GWRC) to the designation conditions (KCDC), after agreement by the District Council that it will administer and enforce these conditions.

17 In regard to those designation conditions that address the construction impacts on the community, numerous changes are proposed, including:

17.1 More detail on the role, purpose and feedback processes for the proposed Community Liaison Groups (CLG) (DC.13), including –

(a) Identifying the issues to be addressed by such groups;

(b) Specifying the role of the Project Community Liaison person within these Groups (particularly in providing feedback between the Communities and the Requiring Authority);

(c) Requiring the conveyance of information on the construction of the Project to and from the

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Communities (for example, through the CLGs, schools can convey information on school activities to which Construction Traffic Management Plans may need to respond); and

(d) Requiring the reporting of the matters arising from CLG meetings.

17.2 A new condition (DC.13A) that would require at least two Neighbourhood Impact Forums (NIF): one for the Leinster Avenue neighbourhood and another for the Makarini Street neighbourhood. These would be facilitated forums for the residents of these neighbourhoods to communicate with the Requiring Authority, and to obtain information on the Project as it progresses;

17.3 A new condition (DC.13B) that would oblige the Requiring Authority to provide the CLGs and NIFs with information on the project and how the NZTA will respond to issues arising, as well as having appropriate construction personnel attend meetings as required to communicate with residents about construction activities.

17.4 A new requirement for the complaints process to continue for 6 months following the completion of the project (DC.16A);

17.5 A new condition (DC.16B) that would establish the role of an independent ‘Conditions’ Auditor’, an experienced Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA) practitioner who would regularly review and report on progress on construction, including compliance with management plans, the remediation of any problems and the response to any complaints received. The Auditor’s reports would be required to be placed online on the Project website.

COMMENTS ON CONDITIONS

Relationship and Role of Site Specific Management Plans 18 In regard to management plans, many of the changes might, on

first appearance, seem to have made the construction management process a lot more complex, particularly in terms of the relationship between the higher order CEMP Management Plans and the various SSMPs. However, I am satisfied that the management structure that would be established under these revised conditions, is an appropriate framework for a Project of this scale and environmental context. I am also satisfied that there is little overlap other than as required to ensure an appropriate level of integration between Management Plan processes.

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19 While there are more site specific management plans required for this project than other recent large roading projects such as Waterview and Transmission Gully (for example, the certification of Site Specific Urban Design Plans is a new requirement that I am not aware has been applied elsewhere), the same overall management approach is being applied. That is:

19.1 There will be ‘master’ management plans (that underpin the CEMP) which provide the overriding management directives that are then implemented at a detailed level through site specific management plans;

19.2 Once the overarching management plans are certified, all detailed management plans will need to be consistent with the principles, methods and procedures set out in the master management plans. There will be no revisiting these higher level plans except to address unforeseen circumstances or significant changes in practice or technology; and

19.3 The SSMPs are to be prepared sequentially as construction progresses, and I expect that, after the first set of SSMPs are certified, the process will become relatively standardised and straightforward – for example, site specific Construction Erosion and Sediment Control Plans are likely to apply the same general methodology along the route as construction proceeds.

20 I would emphasise that the management plan framework has to have a certain degree of flexibility to allow for different levels of management, according to the matters being addressed and the specific context and circumstances along the route. Thus I would note that:

20.1 Some of the higher order management plans are at a sufficient level to manage the effects of construction without the need for SSMPs (for example, hazardous substances management and groundwater);

20.2 The number of SSMPs required under each higher order plan will vary. This variance will depend of the design and construction of the Expressway and the complexity and context of the effects being managed – for example, there may be a multitude of localised site specific management plans for erosion and sediment control within a sector, but only a few site specific management plans for landscape and vegetation management in the same sector.

20.3 Draft versions of the higher order management plans have already been submitted (with the applications), and it should not be overly onerous to complete them.

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21 However, if there are opportunities for simplification in the structure and/or levels of management plans, I would be more than willing to consider changes to the relevant conditions. For example, Ms Thomson has suggested separating out the higher order management plans from the CEMP to improve the clarity over the certification process. If that step is taken, the CEMP would simply act as a manual of the Project’s internal procedures for managing the environmental effects from construction. Some effort would be required to amend the conditions to ‘disentangle’ the CEMP from the management plans.

Independent Verification and Compliance Auditing 22 In response to a clear indication from the Board during the first part

of the Hearing, as outlined above, I have developed some possible conditions that introduce:

22.1 An independent verification process for higher level management plans prior to their submission to the relevant Council for certification; and

22.2 An independent Conditions’ Auditor who would review and report on compliance with management plans and the NZTA’s response to complaints.

23 These conditions have been inserted as a result of questions from the Board to address its concerns with the perceived potential conflict between the role of the KCDC as a regulatory authority and its role in the Alliance to date and, potentially, during Project construction. However, I have reservations over the need for these conditions for several reasons:

23.1 KCDC has the regulatory role to enforce conditions that it is obliged to undertake. Any additional review process will, to some degree, duplicate that role, with additional costs;

23.2 District councils typically have the role of regulatory authority in the compliance and enforcement of conditions relating to council’s own projects (for example, roads, sewage treatment, water supply systems and community facilities). The Requiring Authority for this Project is the NZTA, not KCDC. In this situation, the District Council is at arm’s length compared with those projects for where a council is both the Requiring Authority and the regulatory authority (for example, with the Western Link Road designation); and

23.3 Councils often will outsource the certification of management plans to persons with relevant experience, particularly for large projects, and thus there is often a level of independence involved in the process as a matter of course.

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24 In his supplementary evidence, Mr Craig Nicholson will outline the role of the KCDC as a non-owner participant in the Alliance, in which the District Council had or will have no financial responsibility for decisions made by the Alliance.

25 In relation to the first condition (regarding independent verification of management plans), I had originally included this requirement for all higher level management plans, including those required under the resource consent conditions. Upon reflection, however, I no longer consider it necessary to include this condition for those management plans required under the regional consents. As I outlined above, this requirement was introduced to address the Board’s concerns of the involvement of the KCDC in the MacKays to Peka Peka Expressway Alliance, and the perceptions this role may have in terms of the Council’s independence in undertaking its regulatory role in enforcing the designation conditions. This issue is not relevant for the GWRC, and therefore the requirement is unnecessary and would add additional costs.

26 In relation to the second condition (regarding a Conditions’ Auditor), this process is not intended to duplicate or replace the role of the KCDC, which is the statutory regulatory authority with the responsibility under the RMA for the compliance and enforcement with designation conditions. This responsibility cannot be transferred through conditions (because conditions cannot bind third parties). Furthermore, under section 33 of the RMA, these responsibilities can only be transferred to another public authority (as listed in section 33(2)) after the special consultative procedure under the Local Government Act and a number of other requirements are followed (section 33(4)). Thus, it is important that, whatever independent compliance process is instituted through these conditions, it does not replicate the District Council’s regulatory responsibilities.

27 Accordingly, I have attempted to frame this condition so that it provides an effective means of ensuring an independent review of compliance with the conditions, particularly management plans, in a cost effective manner that avoids too much duplication of roles.

Social Impact Monitoring 28 In response to an indication from the Board during the first part of

the Hearing, I have developed some amendments that would expand upon and clarify the community liaison and impact requirements that were originally proposed.

29 I understand, however, KCDC is seeking a full social impact monitoring requirement that would entail the engagement of a social impact person for the duration of the Project construction to develop and implement a three monthly social impact monitoring and reporting programme. I understand this reporting would

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address impacts on matters such as rental accommodation, schools, and community services, as well as the impact of construction generally. I understand that the Council is also seeking to have the social impact monitoring reports recommend responses that the Requiring Authority, in conjunction with other agencies, would be required to take all reasonable steps to undertake.

30 Based on the evidence before the Board to date, I am not satisfied that this requirement would serve any necessary and reasonable purpose in terms of addressing the effects of the construction of the Project in a manner that is lawful under the RMA, or that would not otherwise be addressed under the proposed conditions, particularly:

30.1 The construction traffic management plans in addressing the effects on schools, community services and the general movement of residents associated with economic and social activities;

30.2 The site specific management plans for noise to address situations where the general noise limits are unlikely to be achieved;

30.3 The construction air quality (dust) management plans to address dust nuisance and to achieve the specified performance standards;

30.4 The Stakeholder and Communication Management Plan (SCMP) to ensure adequate advanced communication of construction activities is given to affected residents;

30.5 The complaints register to identify and respond to complaints; and

30.6 The Community Liaison person to respond to queries and complaints.

31 In terms of the impacts of the Project construction on rental accommodation, it is my understanding that the principal construction contractors (who are already part of the Alliance) are local companies whose staff either reside in the area already or who would be within commuting distance (for example, Palmerston North and Wellington). I also understand that local sub-contractors are also intended to be engaged on the Project’s construction. If there are movements of construction staff to the District, I would anticipate that the local accommodation market would adjust over time (for example, non-resident owners of holiday homes in the area could realise the opportunity to rent their properties over the construction period).

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32 Otherwise, I do not consider there is any evidence of other social issues that:

32.1 Could be identified in a timely manner and to which responses could be taken promptly (in my experience, there are often long time lags in identifying social or community trends and/or in being able to respond to changes);

32.2 Could be clearly identified as a direct consequence of the construction of the project (social or community trends are usually influenced or affected by a wide range of factors); and

32.3 Could be reasonably influenced, in any case, by the NZTA by undertaking measures that are within its statutory jurisdiction to implement.

33 Accordingly, I would not support any conditions over and beyond those that I have recommended in this regard.

Certification of Management Plans 34 In relation to certification, I have agreed that it is appropriate for

the KCDC to certify the Network Integration Plan, given this Plan outlines how the Expressway will integrate with the local roading and access network. However, I do not agree that it would be appropriate or necessary for the District Council to certify either the the Network Utility Management Plan (for the reasons set out in paragraphs 30 to 33 of my rebuttal evidence) or the SCMP.

35 In terms of the latter, the SCMP sets out the NZTA’s framework for communicating with stakeholders, the community, and road users (not only local road users but regional and interregional traffic). The SCMP is therefore an outline of the NZTA’s procedures and methods for communicating. I do not consider it would be appropriate for any one local authority for certify such a Plan.

PROPOSED KĀPITI COAST DISTRICT PLAN

36 The Proposed Kāpiti Coast District Plan (Proposed Plan) was publicly notified on 29 November 2012. I have reviewed the Proposed Plan and have identified the key provisions that have relevance to the Proposal. I have attached these as Annexure 2.

37 I have read Mr Kyle’s supplementary report on the provisions of the Proposed Plan (dated 6 December 2012) and his addendum to his supplementary report (dated 7 December 2012).

38 Given the Proposed District Plan has only just been notified, in my opinion, aside from those provisions that have immediate legal effect under section 86B RMA, limited weight should be given to the

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provisions at this point, particularly where the provisions represent a marked divergence from the operative equivalent provisions.

39 I note that many of the proposed objectives and policies of relevance to the Proposal are broadly similar to the provisions of the operative District Plan (for example, Tangata Whenua, ecology, landscape, heritage, transport, natural hazards), albeit expressed in a modified, and in some instances, more directive manner. However, I further note that there are also a range of relevant new objectives proposed (for example, in regard to the coastal environment, economic vitality, centres, and urban design).

40 Having carefully considered these provisions, I am of the opinion that the Project will not be inconsistent with their intent.

41 I would, however, make the following comments regarding key areas where there appears to be a degree of variance between the operative and proposed provisions.

Natural Environment 42 The Proposed Plan includes general policies relating to the use of

adaptive management, environmental off-setting, incentives, enhancement and restoration to mitigate the effects of land use and development on identified biodiversity and landscapes (Policies 3.4 - 3.6 and 3.13 - 3.14). I note that the recommended conditions for the Proposal are consistent with these policies.

43 I also note that there appear to be no further proposed ecological sites in Schedule 3.1 that are affected by the Proposal.

44 The Project traverses the proposed ‘Ngarara Dunes Outstanding Natural Area’ and ‘Paraparaumu Foreland’ and ‘Waikanae Plains’ Landscape Character Areas as well as a number of identified dominant dunes and ridgelines. I note that the Waikanae River corridor is shown as an Outstanding Natural Landscape on the Planning Maps, although it is identified as a Significant Amenity Landscape in the relevant Schedule. I understand the maps are in error.

45 The policies in relation to these features (Policies 3.17 - 3.18) seek to protect these features from inappropriate subdivision land use and development, or that such activities are only ‘considered’ if no alternative location is available. After examining the maps, it would, in my opinion, be impossible to identify a route through this area that would not traverse the Ngarara Dunelands or landscape character areas, dominant dunes and ridgelines identified in the Proposed Plan.

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46 I also note that the proposed Expressway does not traverse any identified Areas of High Natural Character identified in the Proposed Plan.

Coastal Environment 47 The extent of the coastal environment is defined in the Proposed

Plan as extending across the entire coastal plains up to the foothills in this part of the District, and encapsulates the entire Expressway route, as well as the Raumati-Paraparaumu-Waikanae urban area. Regardless, I note that the Project does not impinge on any areas of high natural character within the coastal environment, and that restoration of natural character within this environment is proposed in line with the proposed policies (Policies 4.3 - 4.4).

Rural Environment 48 The Project traverses the proposed Rural Dunes Zone and Rural

Eco-Hamlet Zone, areas which have been identified as comprising sensitive dune and wetland features. Consideration of these features was a major determinant in both the design of the Expressway and in the development of associated conditions.

49 I would also observe that, as the Project does not pass through the Rural Plains Zone, it will not therefore impinge on areas that have been identified in the Proposed Plan as comprising highly versatile soils to support the District’s horticultural and intensive agricultural activities.

Hazards 50 The Project traverses the identified Waikanae River Corridor flood

hazard area along with a number of stream corridor, ponding and storage areas. As these hazard areas were known at the time that the Project was developed, they were instrumental in informing route and alignment selection, as well as the design of the Expressway, including the proposed bridge over the Waikanae River.

51 The Project will not traverse any areas of erosion susceptibility or fault avoidance or coastal hazard areas identified in the Proposed Plan.

Historic Heritage 52 The Proposed Plan contains a Schedule of Historic Heritage within

the District (Schedule 10.1). Amongst the items listed in this Schedule are the Takamore Cemetery (W1) and the Takamore Wāhi Tapu Area (W4).

53 I note that these particular items are not currently shown on the Planning Maps, but understand that this omission was an error. On 6 December, the Kāpiti Coast District Council (KCDC) notified a correction to its Proposed District Plan to include a revised Map 09B

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Plan Features, which shows the spatial extent of the Takamore wāhi tapu area, which is unchanged from the operative District Plan.

54 The Proposed Plan also includes a policy that seeks to:

54.1 avoid the complete demolition and destruction; and

54.2 minimise the partial demolition and destruction

of items on the Schedule and the New Zealand Historic Places Trust Register, as well as wāhi tapu and places of and areas of significance to Māori (Policy 10.8). Under section 86B of the RMA, this policy and its associated rules have immediate legal effect.

55 In terms of this policy, I note that the effect of the Project on the Takamore Wāhi Tapu Area will be one of partial, as opposed to complete, destruction. Consistent with this policy, it is my opinion that every reasonable effort was made during the course of selecting the route, designing the Expressway and developing conditions to ensure that the impact of the Project on this area will be minimised.

56 I would also note that there are no further items proposed for inclusion on the Schedule that are directly affected by the Proposal.

Infrastructure Services and Associated Resource Use 57 The Proposed Plan includes policies that are directed towards

achieving hydraulic neutrality and addressing stormwater quantity and quality. I note that hydraulic neutrality and stormwater quantity and quality were matters that played a highly influential role in informing both route selection and design of the Expressway, along with the associated conditions.

58 The Proposed Plan also includes a number of new transport related policies (for example, integrated transport and urban form, sustainable transport and maximising mode choice, an efficient and economic transport network). In terms of these policies, I note that there is a close alignment between the Project and their stated intent.

ECOLOGICAL MITIGATION MAPS

59 Following the third round of ecology conferencing, a set of plans were produced to define the areas of proposed ecological mitigation, which were provided to all of the ecology witnesses. I understand from Dr Keesing that none of the ecology witnesses have responded with any issues relating to the maps. Accordingly, to assist the Board, I have appended these Plans to my supplementary evidence as Annexure 3.

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MACKAYS TO PEKA PEKA EXPRESSWAY SCOPING REPORT

60 Attached to my evidence as Annexure 4 is the MacKays to Peka Peka Scoping Report dated 8 October 2010. This has been provided at the request of the Board. The Scoping Report is also available on the NZTA website at this address: http://www.nzta.govt.nz/projects/mackays-to-peka-peka/m2pp-scoping-report.html

Robert John Schofield 10 December 2012

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ANNEXURE 1: REVISED CONDITIONS

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ANNEXURE 2: RELEVANT PROVISIONS OF THE KCDC PROPOSED PLAN 2012

Relevant Provisions in the Proposed Kapiti Coast District Plan

Reference Objectives

Objectives

Objective 2.1 - Tangata Whenua

To work in partnership with the tāngata whenua of the District in order to maintain kaitiakitanga of the District’s resources and ensure that decisions affecting the natural environment in the District are made in accordance with the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi (Te Tiriti o Waitangi).

Objective 2.2 – Ecology and biodiversity

To improve indigenous biological diversity and ecological resilience through the:

a) protection of areas of significant indigenous vegetation and significant habitats of indigenous fauna;

b) restoration of the ecological integrity of important degraded environments and habitats;

c) enhancement of the health of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems; and

d) enhancement of the mauri of waterbodies.

Objective 2.4 – Coastal environment

To have a coastal environment where:

a) natural character, natural systems, natural landforms and natural processes, are protected, and restored where degraded;

b) appropriate public access to and along the coast is improved;

c) development does not result in further loss of coastal dunes; and

d) communities are not exposed to increased risks from coastal hazards

Objective 2.5 – Natural hazards

To ensure the safety and resilience of people and communities by avoiding exposure to increased levels of risk from natural hazards, while recognising the importance of natural processes and systems.

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Objective 2.6 – Rural productivity

To sustain the primary productive potential of land in the District, including:

a) retaining highly versatile soils and specialised soils for primary production;

b) achieving added economic and social value derived from primary production activity through ancillary on-site processing and marketing;

c) achieving priority importance of activities that utilise the productive potential of the land in the rural environment; and

d) reducing conflict between land uses in the rural environment and adjoining areas,

while ensuring that natural systems and natural processes are protected.

Objective 2.7 – Historic heritage

To protect historic heritage in the District for the social, cultural and economic well being of the Kāpiti Coast community and future generations, this includes:

a) supporting the contribution of historic heritage values, features and areas to the identity, character and amenity of places and landscapes; and

b) recognising and protecting tāngata whenua historic heritage, including places, knowledge, histories and ngā taonga tuku iho.

Objective 2.8 – Strong Communities

To support a cohesive and inclusive community where people:

a) have easy access and connectivity to public places and local community services and facilities;

b) have capacity to respond to change and ability recover from sudden environmental and economic system shocks and stresses;

c) have increased access to locally produced food and energy resources;

d) have improved health outcomes through opportunities for active living and/or access to health services;

e) have access to high quality and attractive places;

f) can efficiently and effectively use community resources, places and spaces;

g) have a strong sense of safety and security in public and private spaces;

h) feel part of and pride in a distinct shared identity and wellbeing; and

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i) find opportunities and places for community involvement and interaction

Objective 2.9 - Landscapes

To protect the District’s natural landforms and valued landscapes, including:

a) Identified outstanding natural features and landscapes, significant amenity landscapes and areas of high natural character;

b) Stream and river corridors, including stream and river mouths, head waters and estuaries;

c) Remaining coastal dunes, wetlands and native vegetation; and

d) The landscape values of coastal hills and escarpments.

Objective 2.11 – Character and amenity

To protect the unique character of the District’s distinct communities so that residents and visitors enjoy:

a) relaxed, unique and distinct village identities and predominantly low-density residential environments characterised by the presence of mature vegetation, a variety of built forms, the retention of landforms and unique community identities;

b) vibrant, lively town centres supported by higher density residential and mixed use environments;

c) neighbourhood centres, village communities and employment areas characterised by high levels of amenity, accessibility and convenience;

d) productive and attractive rural areas, characterised by openness, natural landforms, areas and corridors of indigenous vegetation, and primary production activities; and

e) a high amenity interface between living and working environments and between potentially conflicting land uses.

Objective 2.13 – Infrastructure and services

To ensure the efficient development, maintenance and operation of an adequate level of social and physical infrastructure and services throughout the District that meets the needs of the community, and builds stronger community and ecological resilience, while minimising potentially adverse environmental effects.

Objective 2.14 – Access and Transport

To ensure that the transport system in the Kāpiti Coast District:

a) integrates with urban form and maximises accessibility;

b) Improves the efficiency of travel and maximises mode choice to enable people to act sustainably as well as improving the resilience and health of communities;

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c) contributes to a strong economy;

d) minimises adverse effects on land uses and vice versa; and

e) is safe, fit for purpose, cost effective and provides good connectivity for all communities.

Objective 2.15 - Incentives

To support and encourage development (including subdivision) that demonstrates a permanent net environmental benefit, in the areas of water quality, biodiversity and energy, significantly beyond the minimum levels required by this Plan.

Objective 2.16 – Economic vitality

To promote sustainable and on-going economic development of the local economy with improved number and quality of jobs and investment through:

a) encouraging business activities in appropriate locations within the District, principally through differentiating and managing various types of business activities both on the basis of the activity, and the potential local and strategic effects of their operation;

b) reinforcing a compact, well designed and sustainable regional form supported by an integrated transport network;

c) enabling opportunities to make the economy more resilient and diverse;

d) providing opportunities for the growth of a low carbon economy, including clean technology;

e) protecting business activities from reverse sensitivity effects and enhance the amenity of business activities; and

f) enhancing the amenity of business areas

whilst:

a) ensuring that economic growth and development is able to be efficiently serviced by infrastructure;

b) encouraging commercial consolidation and the co-location of community services and facilities primarily within the Paraparaumu Sub Regional Centre and Town Centres;

c) managing contamination, pollution, odour, hazardous substances, noise and glare, and requiring enhanced levels of amenity values as associated with business activities.

Objective 2.17 - Centres

To have vibrant, safe and economically viable centres that function as key employment and economic nodes and as a focus for social and community life, as public transport and local service hubs, and as places for living, entertainment and recreation that:

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a) provide the primary focus for commercial and community activities within the District;

b) support community cohesion and a sense of place;

c) reinforce a compact, well designed and sustainable district and regional form, through promoting and reinforcing a close proximity and good accessibility between living, business and employment areas.

d) encourage economic, employment opportunities and business activities in a manner which promotes:

I. the Paraparaumu Sub-Regional Centre as the principal commercial, cultural, civic and tourist Centre for Kāpiti Coast District, to be developed in a manner that

i. achieves an integrated and compact town centre, linking all Precinct’s through a permeable transport environment and a high quality building environment;

ii. provides for a broad range of mutually compatible activities and employment opportunities that are integrated with public transport;

iii. is supported by opportunities for moderate density residential living; and

iv. consolidates commercial and community activities within Precincts ‘A’ and ‘B’;

II. the District’s Town Centres at a scale and form that provides the urban focus for the commercial, tourism, education, entertainment, community and civic activities as well as opportunities for medium density residential living, where these meet the needs of the surrounding township community.

III. the District’s local centres to provide for commercial activities, within a residential context, to primarily serve the local convenience, community and commercial needs of the surrounding residential community.

Objective 2.18 – Open spaces / active communities

To have a rich and diverse network of open spaces that:

a) is developed, used and maintained in a manner that does not give rise to significant adverse effects on the natural and physical environment;

b) protects the District’s cultural, ecological and amenity values, while allowing for the enhancement of the quality of open space areas;

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d) ensures that the present and future recreational and open space needs of the District are met.

Objective 2.19 – Urban Design

To have liveable and safe public and private places and spaces, which: a) enhance the local economy, environment and community; b) are sustainable, enduring and resilient; c) provide a strong sense of place reflecting cultural values and distinct community identities; d) are enjoyable, comfortable, welcoming and provide a diversity of experiences; e) are vibrant and are easy to move around and through; and f) have a positive relationship between public and private spaces at all levels of urban design, from macro (urban structure and

subdivision) to micro (building details and materials) scale.

Reference Policy Relevant Objectives

Natural Environment

Policy 3.1 – Ecosystem services

Subdivision, land use and development shall be undertaken in a manner that ensures any adverse effects on ecosystem services are avoided or, where they cannot be avoided, are remedied or mitigated.

2.1, 2.2 & 2.6

Policy 3.3 - Protection

All new subdivision, land use or development in the District shall protect

sensitive natural features, significant locally indigenous vegetation, lookout points, dominant ridgelines and dominant sand dunes and avoid significant adverse effects on these features, in accordance with the following principles:

a) development will be located away from mapped and scheduled features;

b) tāngata whenua will be consulted to ensure kaitiakitanga is maintained;

c) development form will be shaped by natural landforms and waterbodies, including coastal dunes, inter-dune wetlands, rivers and streams, coastal hills and escarpments; and

d) active management will be applied through environmental strategies to maintain the integrity of mapped and scheduled features.

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Policy 3.4 – Adaptive management

Any subdivision or development proposal seeking to use adaptive management to address adverse environmental effects shall show evidence of the following adaptive management components:

a) a fully developed baseline of environmental effects;

b) a clear trigger(s) to instigate a new approach to adaptive management;

c) clear monitoring standards;

d) a well documented and robust monitoring program costed and funded for the duration of the proposed effects.

2.1 & 2.2

Policy 3.5 – Environmental off-setting

Where subdivision, land use or development is deemed or considered to have adverse effects (including cumulative) on land containing sensitive natural features, or locally indigenous vegetation, lookout points, dominant ridgelines and dominant sand dunes, which cannot be avoided without preventing reasonable use of the land, environmental offsetting will be considered as part of remediation or mitigation where all the following principles can be demonstrated to have been achieved:

a) it should only be considered where remediation or mitigation on-site is not possible;

b) it should be as close as possible to the site (because benefit diminishes with distance) so that it is in the same area, landscape or environment as the proposed activity;

c) there should be a substantial, significant, demonstrable and measureable net environmental benefit as opposed to mere mitigation of effects;

d) it must be effective; usually there should be conditions (a condition precedent or a bond) to ensure that it is completed or supplied;

e) there should be public consultation or at least the opportunity for public participation in the process by which the environmental compensation or offsetting is set; and

f) the methodology for setting the degree of biodiversity off-set shall be recognised and transparent, and shall include best practice monitoring and adaptive management procedures and processes.

2.1 & 2.2

Policy 3.6 - Incentives

Where subdivision, land use or development is deemed or considered to have adverse effects (including cumulative) on land containing sensitive natural features, or locally indigenous vegetation, lookout points,

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dominant ridgelines and dominant sand dunes, which cannot be avoided without preventing reasonable use of the land, environmental offsetting will be considered as part of remediation or mitigation where all the following principles can be demonstrated to have been achieved:

a) it should only be considered where remediation or mitigation on-site is not possible;

b) it should be as close as possible to the site (because benefit diminishes with distance) so that it is in the same area, landscape or environment as the proposed activity;

c) there should be a substantial, significant, demonstrable and measureable net environmental benefit as opposed to mere mitigation of effects;

d) it must be effective; usually there should be conditions (a condition precedent or a bond) to ensure that it is completed or supplied;

e) there should be public consultation or at least the opportunity for public participation in the process by which the environmental compensation or offsetting is set; and

f) the methodology for setting the degree of biodiversity off-set shall be recognised and transparent, and shall include best practice monitoring and adaptive management procedures and processes.

Policy 3.8 – Cumulative effects

Subdivision and development will be designed and located to avoid further cumulative deterioration of sensitive natural features, locally indigenous vegetation, lookout points, dominant ridgelines and dominant sand dunes in the District.

2.1, 2.2, 2.5, 2.9 & 2.11

Policy 3.12 – Management approach to biodiversity protection

Adverse effects from subdivision, use and development on significant indigenous vegetation and significant habitats of indigenous fauna including aquatic ecosystems will be minimised, including by:

a) avoiding the removal or significant modification of any significant locally indigenous vegetation, in particular avoiding disturbance of all indigenous vegetation within ecological sites;

b) managing land use activities resulting in increased sediment and contaminant levels of surface water, including storm water, to reduce the likelihood of aquatic ecosystems being detrimentally affected;

c) creating and maintaining appropriate buffer zones around and linkages between, areas of significant indigenous vegetation, significant habitats of indigenous fauna and around aquatic ecosystems to ensure that wider ecological processes are considered when making decisions about significant sites;

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d) preventing the introduction or spread of exotic weed species and pest animals (both terrestrial and aquatic).

Policy 3.13 – Enhancement

Where a subdivision or significant development is undertaken on land containing rare and threatened vegetation species or an ecological site, enhancement of the ecological site or rare and threatened vegetation species shall be required.

2.1, 2.2, 2.9 & 2.15

Policy 3.14 - Restoration

When considering applications for subdivision, land use or development, active restoration or remediation will be required on sites identified as priority areas for restoration, to achieve the following biodiversity benefits:

a) resilient riparian buffers and margins which provide benefits in terms of sediment and erosion control and increased biodiversity values; and

b) expanded ecological sites and habitat enhancement which provide greater benefits to biodiversity values through the planting of locally indigenous vegetation surrounding and linking fragmented remnant ecological sites.

2.1, 2.2, 2.7 & 2.9

Policy 3.15 – Tangata whenua

To enable tāngata whenua to maintain and enhance their traditional relationship with the natural environment, while:

a) supporting the enhancement of the mauri of aquatic environments; and

b) having particular regard to the exercise of kaitiakitanga by tāngata whenua in the management of the District’s resources.

2.1

Policy 3.17 – Protecting outstanding natural features and landscapes

Outstanding natural features and landscapes will be protected from inappropriate subdivision, land uses and development which has the potential to erode the natural values of these areas as listed in Natural Environment Schedule 3.4 of this Plan.

2.9

Policy 3.18 – Subdivision and development in areas identified as being outstanding natural landscapes will only be 2.9

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Development in outstanding natural landscapes

considered if there is no alternative location for the activity. Applications for activities must demonstrate that the identified landscape values are not compromised and the application demonstrates that:

a) buildings and structures are located and designed so that they are not obtrusively visible from living zones, the beach and strategic arterial routes;

b) earthworks are minimised;

c) new plantation forestry or shelter belt planting is avoided;

d) the activity or development is compatible with its landscape setting in terms of its location, scale and character.

Policy 3.19 – Significant amenity landscapes

Development in significant amenity landscapes will be undertaken according to the following principles to ensure that these areas’ high amenity values, as listed in Schedule 3.5, are recognised and provided for;

a) minimise changes to predominant vegetation patterns including the use of vegetative screening to reduce prominence of buildings;

b) cluster buildings and development with existing buildings and structures;

c) retain areas of indigenous vegetation;

d) minimise earthworks to retain natural landforms.

2.9

Policy 3.21 – Dominant ridgelines and lookout points

Development will avoid areas identified as dominant ridgelines, dominant dunes and lookout points in the District Plan Maps to ensure that views to and from these visually prominent landforms remain intact.

2.9

Policy 3.22 - Earthworks

All earthworks activities will be managed to:

a) protect waahi tapu and archaeological values from disturbance; and

b) avoid contaminants (including dust, sediment or any hazardous substance) from entering a waterbody causing contamination, discolouration, or siltation.

c) ensure that any development activity disturbing the soil is carried out in a way to prevent soil erosion

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and to stop silt and sediment from entering the stormwater system or watercourses.

Policy 3.23 – Earthworks – natural landforms

Earthworks will be minimised to retain natural landforms, particularly on dunes and steep slopes, around water bodies, in riparian margins or surrounding historic heritage. Where earthworks are undertaken the following principles shall be considered:

a) retain the integrity of sensitive natural features, dominant ridgelines and dominant dunes as undeveloped features;

b) ensure development is sympathetically located and scaled in and within close proximity to sensitive natural areas or lookout points and dominant ridgelines and dominant sand dunes;

c) take into account the natural landform (i.e. rivers, floodplains) and landform processes (i.e. flooding and erosion) in order for subsequent development to follow the natural landform.

2.1, 2.2, 2.4, 2.7, 2.9 & 2.11

Coastal Environment

Policy 4.4 – Restore natural character

Subdivision and development in the coastal environment will support restoration of natural character values through:

a) creating or enhancing indigenous habitats and ecosystems, using local genetic stock;

b) encouraging natural regeneration of indigenous species, while effectively managing weed and animal pests;

c) rehabilitating dunes and other natural coastal features or processes, including saline wetlands and intertidal saltmarshes;

d) restoring and protecting riparian and intertidal margins; or

e) removing coastal structures and materials that do not have heritage or amenity values; or

f) redesign of structures that interfere with ecosystem processes.

2.2, 2.4 & 2.9

Living Environment

Policy 5.16 – Development

Subdivision and development (including associated driveways) should be sited, designed and undertaken to integrate with the natural topography and landform of the land and to minimise:

a) the visual impact, bulk and scale of buildings and structures on sensitive natural areas;

b) the extent of cut and fill;

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and landforms. c) the need for and the height of retaining walls; and

d) the mass of buildings on sloping land, by variations in wall and roof lines and by floor plans which complement the contours of the land.

Policy 5.29 – Ngarara Zone structure plan

Subdivision and development in the Ngarara Zone will provide for a mix of land uses and densities appropriate to the existing environment and will be undertaken in accordance with the Neighbourhood Development Areas and Management Principles set out in the Ngarara Zone Structure Plan and in a manner which is consistent with the following principles:

a) within the Neighbourhood Development Areas that adjoin the Kawakahia Wetland (K066), any development will satisfy the following ecological requirements:

I. the provision of an adequate Open Space Wetland Buffer zone to manage activities with the potential to adversely affect ecologically health and processes and indigenous flora and fauna;

II. the design of the neighbourhood and associated infrastructure to ensure ecological connectivity between wetland and dune habitats;

III. no discharge of untreated stormwater to wetlands;

IV. all wastewater shall be reticulated;

V. the alignment, design and construction of roading (including parking and manoeuvring areas), walkways and other accessways shall be sensitive to existing dune topography (involving minimal earthworks) and the potential adverse effects on wetland ecology;

VI. building sites will be located outside buffer areas and will be sensitive to existing dune topography (involving minimal earthworks) and the potential adverse effects on wetland ecology;

VII. the positioning, orientation, design, and materials of buildings and structures shall apply low impact principles and minimise potential adverse effects on wetland ecology;

VIII. effective long-term management of conservation wetland areas, wetland buffers and associated open space; and

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IX. locally sourced indigenous species will be used for all planting; and

X. appropriate management of human activity to minimise the impact on indigenous flora and fauna.

b) Separation between neighbourhoods and connect ecological sites via bush corridors, rural lands and wetlands.

c) Building and site design that incorporates environmentally sustainable design initiatives. New residential buildings will be designed to minimise fire risks, for example, by installing domestic sprinklers.

d) Appropriate levels of the vehicular connectivity between the Neighbourhood Development Areas and the existing roading network, based on a future link road to connect the neighbourhoods with Te Moana Road and the Waikanae North Development Zone, as shown in the Ngarara Zone Structure Plan.

e) retail and commercial activities will be limited to only provide small scale convenience shopping for residents’ day to day needs in the Ngarara Zone rather than having a district-wide catchment.

Policy 5.31 – Non residential activities

Non-residential activities other than community facilities will be allowed in the Living Zones only if the activities are compatible with residential activities and the amenity values of residential areas, and if they provide a function which:

a) minimises the need to travel for daily goods and services;

b) supports the resilience of the local neighbourhood;

c) provides a service or function to the local neighbourhood; and

d) does not detract from the vitality of the District’s centres and other working environments.

In determining whether or not the scale of effects of non-residential activities is appropriate, particular regard shall be given to:

I. the appropriateness of the scale, size and intensity of the proposed buildings and activities and visual or landscape mitigation proposed;

II. the effects generated by the buildings and activities on the safety and efficiency of the local transport network, including the extent to which the activities make efficient use of the transport

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network by minimising the need to travel;

III. the appropriateness – in the design and amount – of proposed access and car parking for staff, customers, visitors and service/delivery vehicles;

IV. the hours of operation, including the timing and frequency of delivery/service vehicles;

V. the effects on residential character and amenity values of the surrounding environment generated by the proposed building or activity;

VI. the effects of environmental nuisances (including noise, odour, light, glare, hazardous substances and dust) produced on-site;

VII. whether or not any proposed signage on the site is associated with the activity, visually distracting to motorists or dominating or detracting from the amenity of the surrounding environment;

VIII. whether the activities adversely affect the vitality of centres and the working environment; and

IX. whether the activity provides goods and services to meet the daily needs of the local neighbourhood.

Policy 5.33 – Non – Residential and intensive residential landscaping

Landscaping will be required for non-residential activities and intensive residential development in the Living Zones to enhance residential amenity, while promoting water conservation and biodiversity and allowing for the natural infiltration of surface waters through permeable treatments. Landscaping will be located and designed in accordance with the following principles:

a) the visual impact of large buildings will be reduced by appropriate screening and planting;

b) service yards, loading areas and outdoor storage areas will be screened;

c) on-site outdoor living areas will be defined and enhanced by landscaping;

d) sunlight access and passive surveillance to adjoining areas will not be unreasonably restricted;

e) public infrastructure and services will not be damaged or blocked;

f) planting of locally indigenous vegetation will be encouraged; and

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g) permeable surfaces will be provided for the natural infiltration of surface waters.

Rural Environment

Policy 7.4 – Rural character

Subdivision and development in the rural environment will be undertaken in a manner that protects the District’s rural character, including the retention of:

a) the general sense of openness;

b) natural landforms;

c) the defining landscape characteristics and values (as set out in Natural Environments Schedule 3.6 – Landscape Character Areas) of the applicable rural zone(s) in which the subdivision or development is located;

d) the natural darkness of the night sky; and

e) overall low density of development.

2.9 & 2.11

Policy 7.9 – Management of conflicting uses

Potential adverse effects of new intensive farming activities, shelter belts, plantation forestry, extractive industries, and activities in the rural zones will be managed where they have the potential to conflict with, or compromise the productivity or overall viability of, lawfully established sensitive activities. New sensitive activities will not be enabled where existing primary productive activities are likely to generate adverse effects on the proposed sensitive activity. Management of effects will include measures such as:

a) locating potentially offensive activities as far as practicable from sensitive activities;

b) locating sensitive activities as far as practicable from potential nuisance effects generating activities;

c) the use of vegetated buffers along boundaries with sensitive activities for activities characterised by potential nuisance effects; and

d) consideration of prevailing winds and their associated ability to intensify nuisance effects.

2.6 & 2.11

Policy 7.14 – Rural Dunes Zone

Subdivision and Development in the Rural Dunes Zone will be undertaken in a manner which:

a) supports the primary production activity focus of the rural environment while protecting the valued landforms and ecological character of the Rural Dunes zone;

b) retains an overall low density scale and intensity to retain an overall rural character;

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c) avoids non-rural activities, such as industrial, commercial or retail activities which are not related to primary production activities;

d) ensures sensitive areas and areas of visually sensitive open space in the Rural Dunes Zone are protected by either retention in large allotments or legal and physical protection of areas or features;

e) clusters development in areas characterised by undulating topography where the development can be accommodated in a sensitive manner, with minimal disruption to natural landform;

f) locates buildings and other structures in a way which avoids adverse visual and landform effects on dominant dune ridges;

g) provides sites which are capable of accommodating a primary residential building which is not at risk from identified natural hazards; and

h) encourages increases in biodiversity, water quality and energy efficiency.

Policy 7.17 – Rural Eco Hamlet Zone

Subdivision and development in the Rural Eco Hamlet Zone shall be undertaken in accordance with an approved structure plan, and be consistent with the following principles:

a) ensure that landform dictates the shape and design of roads, lots and location of buildings to minimise landform modification;

b) minimise disturbance to sensitive natural features including preventing sedimentation of any waterbodies;

c) use infrastructure and other services efficiently, maximise water and energy efficiency and minimise light pollution while ensuring public health is maintained;

d) incorporate the use of local renewable energy generation systems where practicable;

e) reflect local character, in buildings, including having cladding and colour schemes that are in harmony with the natural landscape and having low reflective qualities;

f) retain an appropriate overall rural-type density and ratio of development intensity to open space and retain larger balance lots to enable land to be utilised for a range of primary production activities;

g) integrate stormwater treatment and management systems into the landscape to minimise storm-water runoff resulting from development and protect water quality, and any associated native ecosystems or

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habitats;

h) ensure that individual lots are landscaped and planted in a manner that that reduces the visual bulk of buildings, integrates buildings into the landscape, provides shade and windbreaks, and maintains visual privacy;

i) limit the planting of hedges and shelter belts along property boundaries;

j) maintain sufficient separation distance between buildings and vegetation and regionally significant infrastructure ;

k) maintain and the ecological health of water bodies, wetlands and aquatic habitats and prevent the degradation of environmentally sensitive areas, native flora and fauna;

l) retain and enhance blue and green corridors (waterways and native bush areas) as a feature of the zone;

m) integrate the protection of areas of historic heritage and sensitive natural features; and

n) provide an integrated transport network which enables for walkable communities with generous provision for walking, cycling and horse riding trails.

Policy 7.18 – Ngarara Precinct

Ensure that development in the Ngarara Precinct enables connections to and integration with other land in the Rural Eco-Hamlet zone and incorporates the principles outlined in Policy 7.17 and is developed in accordance with the Ngarara Precinct Structure Plan (Rural Appendix 7.2) and Ngarara Precinct Management Principles (Rural Appendix 7.3).

2.6, 2.9 & 2.11

Open Space

Policy 8.1 – Accessibility

Subdivision, land use and development will be undertaken in a manner which enables all urban residences to have access to public open space within a distance of 400 metres.

2.18

Policy 8.4 - Esplanades

New subdivision, land use and development will be undertaken in a manner that protects the conservation values, recreational opportunities and public access to and along the margins of rivers and the coast through the provision of esplanade reserves, esplanade strips and access strips in appropriate locations and of appropriate sizes and widths to suit their purpose.

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Policy 8.6 – Amenity values

a) New subdivision, land use and development of reserves and areas of significant scenic, ecological, cultural, scientific and national importance will provide for the intrinsic amenity value of these areas, including (but not limited to) values associated with:

I. a sense of openness and visual relief from more intensive urban areas;

II. indigenous vegetation;

III. significant landforms; and

IV. natural character.

b) New subdivision, use and development of land outside of the areas identified in (a) above will be undertaken in a manner that does not compromise the intrinsic amenity values of those areas.

2.1, 2.2, 2.9, 2.11 & 2.18

Policy 8.10 –

Building and structures

New buildings and structures will be designed, located and constructed in a manner which does not reduce the overall quality of the District's Open Space Zones, while recognising that some buildings and structures can enhance recreational and open space values.

Where new buildings or structures are proposed in open space zones, specific consideration will be given to:

a) the appropriateness – including the relationship to the surrounding environment – of the purpose, number, size and location of new buildings and structures;

b) the extent to which any building or structure – including its design and appearance – positively contributes to, or detracts from, recreational and open space amenity, and cultural, ecological and landscape values;

c) whether any proposed building or structure unduly precludes or limits public access;

d) any cumulative effects, including from proliferation of buildings and structures in a given open space area;

e) the extent to which any building or structure is necessary to ensure effective operation, maintenance,

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upgrading or development of the electricity transmission network; and

f) the extent to which any building or structure may be appropriate for the development, operation, or upgrading of domestic and community-scale renewable electricity generation facilities.

Policy 8.13 – Indigenous biodiversity

Opportunities to enhance indigenous biodiversity will be identified and implemented through the subdivision, use and development of Open Space Zones.

2.1, 2.2 & 2.18

Hazards

Policy 9.3 – Hazard prone areas

New subdivision and land use and development activities will be located to avoid highly hazard prone areas, identified on the District Plan Maps. Where a modelled risk can be removed, through mitigation, to allow development on part of a site, any mitigation must demonstrate the activities and development do not exacerbate the adverse effects of natural hazards for other people and properties including residual risks.

2.5

Policy 9.4 – Precautionary approach

A precautionary approach will be taken to subdivision and development where there is uncertainty about the potential effects of a hazard until further detailed information on the extent and nature of the hazard becomes available.

2.5

Policy 9.5 – Protect via natural buffers

Natural features which have the effect of reducing hazard risk by buffering development from natural hazards will be protected through development controls, including minimum setbacks, from the coast, rivers and streams for new and relocated buildings and enabling restoration of natural systems.

2.4 & 2.5

Policy 9.11 – Flood risk levels

A higher level of control on subdivision and development will be applied in direct and residual high risk flooding areas. These are areas identified as the river and stream corridors, overflow paths, flood storage, and flood erosion areas, and a generally lesser level of restriction in lower risk areas including ponding, fill control areas and residual ponding.

2.5

Policy 9.12 – High hazard flood areas

Development in the river and stream corridor, overflow path, flood erosion and flood storage areas will be avoided unless the 1 in 100 year risk can be completely mitigated on-site to avoid damage to property or harm to people, and the following criteria are met;

a) no increase in flood flow or level on adjoining sites or other parts of the floodplain;

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b) no reduction in storage capacity on-site; and

c) all flow corridors or overflow paths are kept clear to allow flood waters to flow freely at all times.

Policy 9.13 – Ponding, residual ponding, and fill control areas

When assessing application for subdivision or development within a ponding, residual ponding or fill control area consider the following:

a) the effects of the development on existing flood mitigation structures;

b) the effects of the development on the flood hazard – in particular flood levels and flow;

c) whether the development redirects floodwater onto adjoining sites or other parts of the floodplain;

d) whether access to the site/development will adversely affect the flood hazard.

e) the extent to which buildings can be located on areas of the site not subject to flooding.

f) whether any subdivision or development will or may result in damage to property or harm to people.

2.5

Historic Heritage

Policy 10.8 – Relocation, demolition, destruction and removal from the Schedule of Historic Heritage

a) The complete demolition and destruction of the following historic heritage will be avoided:

i. Class I and II items on the New Zealand Historic Places Trust Rarangi Taonga: the Register of Historic Places, Historic Areas, Wahi Tapu and Wahi Tapu Areas;

ii. Items listed on the Schedule of Historic Heritage; and

iii. Waahi tapu and places and areas of significance to iwi.

b) The relocation, partial demolition or destruction of the following historic heritage will be minimised:

i. Category I and II items on the New Zealand Historic Places Trust Rarangi Taonga: the Register of Historic Places, Historic Areas, Wahi Tapu and Wahi Tapu Areas;

ii. Items listed on the Schedule of Historic Heritage; and

iii. Waahi tapu and places and areas of significance to iwi.

c) In any assessment of resource consent applications relating to the activities in A and B above, the following matters will be considered:

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i. The assessment criteria set out in Policy 10.6;

ii. Whether the item is of danger to public safety and repair is not the best practicable option.

Policy 10.10 – Waahi tapu

Waahi tapu and their surroundings will be recognised as particularly sensitive to any subdivision, development or change in land use, as these activities may affect the physical features and non-physical values of the place or area, and will be protected from any adverse effects of these activities.

Work in partnership with the relevant iwi authority for the ongoing and long term management and protection of waahi tapu. Relevant iwi authorities will be consulted on all resource consent applications affecting waahi tapu identified in the Schedule of Historic Heritage.

2.1 & 2.7

Policy 10.11 – Unidentified historic heritage

A precautionary approach to protecting unidentified historic heritage will be undertaken. Areas of high likelihood of identifying archaeology will be identified as Archaeological Alert Areas on the District Plan Maps. Development where the accidental discovery of any unidentified archaeological historic heritage occurs will be immediately stopped until the significance is assessed and adverse effects can be appropriately avoided or mitigated. The Accidental Discovery Protocol, as set out in Schedule 10.2, will be followed in all development.

2.1 & 2.7

Infrastructure, services and associated resource use

Policy 11.2 – Reverse sensitivity

Subdivision, land use and development will avoid, as far as reasonably

practicable, any adverse effects on infrastructure by ensuring that:

a) current and future infrastructure corridors are identified and considered in all resource management decision-making

b) change to existing activities does not increase their incompatibility with existing infrastructure;

c) safe separation distance are maintained when establishing rules and considering applications for subdivision, buildings, structures and other activities near overhead electric lines and conductors, e.g. giving effect to the National Policy Statement for Electricity Transmission;

d) safe separation distances are maintained when establishing rules and considering applications for subdivision, buildings, structures and other activities near transmission gas pipelines;

e) safe separation distances are maintained when establishing rules and considering applications near

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telecommunications facilities;

f) any planting does not prevent the operation of existing infrastructure;

g) all parties are aware of constraints under other regulations, including the Electricity (Hazards from Trees) Regulations 2003, Section 6.4.4 External Interference Prevention of NZS/AS 2885 Pipelines – Gas and Liquid Petroleum, NZS 5258:2993 Gas Distribution Network, New Zealand Code of Practice for Electrical Safe Distances (NZECP 34:2001).

Policy 11.3 – Protecting the mauri of natural systems

Natural systems are recognised as taonga and will be protected from any adverse environmental effects arising from the establishment, operation, maintenance and upgrading of infrastructure that affect the mauri of these systems in accordance with local tikanga.

2.1 & 2.13

Policy 11.4 – Managing adverse effects

Any adverse environmental effects arising from the establishment, operation, maintenance and upgrading of infrastructure will be managed by:

a) ensuring infrastructure design is driven by an efficient resource use framework thus reducing natural resource demand;

b) ensuring adverse effects are minimised through route, site and method selection;

c) minimising the effects of infrastructure on the amenity values of the surrounding area and areas of high natural character, in particular visual effects with respect to scale, and the sensitivity of the environment in which they are located;

d) considering all water bodies to be valued assets and protecting the mauri of fresh and coastal water resources;

e) ensuring opportunities to enhance indigenous biodiversity as part of infrastructure design are identified and implemented;

f) requiring adaptive management measures (including monitoring and remediation) where uncertainty may exist around impacts over time;

g) requiring offsetting measures or environmental compensation (including measures or compensation

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which benefit the local environment and community affected) where a ‘residual effect’ cannot be avoided, remedied or mitigated;

h) ensuring the above considerations are provided to accomplish best practice at the time of application and construction.

Policy 11.9 – Proximity to planning features

New network infrastructure will be managed to avoid areas of hazard risk and adverse effects on sensitive natural features and historic heritage features in the following areas as identified on District Plan maps:

a) well defined fault avoidance area

b) well defined extension fault avoidance area

c) open space (conservation and scenic) zone

d) coastal hazards management areas

e) river corridor, stream corridor and overflow path

f) open space (conservation and scenic) zone

g) an outstanding natural landscape

h) an ecological site

i) historic heritage item identified in Schedule 10.1 - Historic Heritage.

2.2, 2.5, 2.7, 2.9 & 2.13

Policy 11.17 –

Hydraulic neutrality - stormwater

Subdivision and development will be designed to ensure that the stormwater runoff from all new impermeable surfaces will be disposed of or stored on-site and released at a rate that does not exceed the peak stormwater runoff when compared to the pre-development situation.

2.2, 2.5 & 2.13

Policy 11.18 – Stormwater quantity and quality

The adverse effects of stormwater runoff from subdivision and development, in particular cumulative effects, will be minimised. The following assessment criteria will be applied when considering resource consent applications for subdivision and development:

a) whether there is capacity of Council’s existing infrastructure;

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b) the extent to which the capacity and environmental values of watercourses or drains and the associated catchment areas will be compromised;

c) the extent to which development styles and stormwater management methods mimic natural, pre-development runoff patterns;

d) the extent to which riparian vegetation is protected and enhanced;

e) whether minimal vegetation loss in riparian areas associated with development is achieved;

f) the extent to which water quality is ensured to enhance and maintain aquatic ecosystem health;

g) the extent to which a healthy aquatic system is maintained, including maintenance of sufficient flows and avoidance of unnatural fluctuations in flows;

h) the extent to which degraded, piped or channelled streams are restored and realigned into a more natural pattern;

i) where practicable, the extent to which low impact design, including on-site disposal of stormwater, soft engineering or bioengineering solutions and swales within the legal road are used;

j) the extent to which straightening and piping of streams is avoided. The adverse effects of stormwater runoff, in particular cumulative effects, from subdivision and development will be minimised.

Policy 11.29 –

Integrated transport and urban form

Development and subdivision will be integrated with and consistent with the transport network hierarchy, and undertaken in a manner and at a rate to ensure:

a) the transport network is capable of serving the projected demand;

b) the location of development is appropriate, including the co-location of compatible developments and land use and transport networks to reduce unnecessary travel;

c) travel time and distance to services are minimised;

d) development is consistent with Council’s Subdivision and Development Principles and Requirements (SDPR); and

e) enhanced community connectivity is achieved, resulting in more efficient travel patterns from the community.

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Policy 11.30 – Sustainable transport and maximising mode choice

Development and subdivision will be integrated with a transport system that offers a wide range of travel mode choices, which connects residents to essential community services, centres and social infrastructure, through:

a) transport orientated development;

b) well-integrated and connected communities;

c) development that is conducive to active modes of travel, particularly walkable communities which reduce demand for vehicular travel, particularly by private vehicle;

d) land use that is integrated with the transport network;

e) improved public transport services to the district;

f) travel plans, simple transport assessments or transport statements for major traffic activities as part of an application for consent for new developments;

g) consistency with Council’s Subdivision and Development Principles and Requirements (SDPR); and

h) development that ensures adequate access and space for all modes, including pedestrians, people with mobility problems, cyclists, public transport and private car travel.

2.14

Policy 11.31 – An efficient and economic transport network

The development, operation, maintenance and upgrading of the transport network will increase the economic vitality of the District by ensuring:

a) promoting reliable access to basic social, civic and day to day services (such as health services, schools and local shopping facilities) consistent with the transport network hierarchy map;

b) promoting timely and reliable access of freight and goods for processing and markets, without compromising the amenity of living and other sensitive activities, consistent with the freight hierarchy map; and

c) promoting reliable access of workers to employment, with a priority placed on local employment access but a recognition of links with regional employment.

2.14 & 2.16

Policy 11.32 – Effects of

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transport on land use/ development

on land use and development will be minimised by:

a) ensuring that new habitable buildings and future noise sensitive activities within close proximity to roads identified as excessive noise routes are protected from the adverse effects of road traffic noise;

b) avoiding the significant adverse effects of earthworks associated with the transport network;

c) ensuring that new habitable buildings and future sensitive activities within close proximity to transport systems generating more than minor effects are protected from the adverse effects of the transport network by ensuring that development of the transport network will:

I. minimise degradation of amenity values;

II. avoid unacceptable levels of noise and vibration, including from strategic arterial routes;

III. minimise disruption or destruction of plant and wildlife habitats;

IV. minimise modification or destruction of historic heritage;

V. minimise community severance and other social effects;

VI. minimise loss of productive land and loss of private property;

VII. minimise pollution of water resources (eg, stormwater quality and quantity, increased siltation of water bodies due to road construction, disruption of water bodies through the use of culverts and piping which can affect fish migration);

VIII. avoid unacceptable levels of emissions to air;

IX. minimise adverse effects on pedestrian and cyclist safety and amenity including availability and safety of walkways, footpaths, cycle lanes, tracks, level and impacts of weather protection (including shade); and

X. avoid significant adverse effects of the transport of hazardous substances.

Policy 11.33 – Effects of land use on transport

The potential adverse effects on the transport network from development and subdivision will be minimised by identifying proposed transport routes likely to be required long term as part of the Kāpiti Coast transport network and having regard to these when considering applications for subdivision or development.

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Policy 11.34 - Safety

The safety of all transport users will be enhanced during the development, operation, maintenance and upgrading of the transport network, by:

a) implementing the principles set out in Appendix 5.5 - Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Guidelines; and

b) requiring that all developments provide for safe vehicular and pedestrian access, and have adequate visibility (sight lines).

2.14

Policy 11.36 – Cycling, walking and bridleway links and safey

Subdivision, use and development will be as far as practicable, located and designed to make walking and cycling safer, more enjoyable and convenient in accordance with the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Guidelines set out in Schedule 5.5 and the following principles:

a) new street linkages will provide safe pedestrian access to shops and services and public transport nodes;

b) subdivision and development will enable cycle and pedestrian routes, both on and off road, that offer good continuity and avoid large blocks that severe connectivity;

c) development will provide for convenient cycle parking facilities in centres; and

d) pedestrian and cycle routes will have well designed and built facilities including surface conditions, lighting, signage and passive surveillance from adjacent development.

2.8 & 2.14

Signs

Policy 12.8 – Safety

a) The traffic safety advantages of appropriately designed and located signage will be recognised; and

b) Signs will be designed and located so they do not interfere with the safe and efficient use of roads and pedestrian/cycle ways.

2.14

Noise

Policy 12.10 – Managing amenity

Noise resulting from development (including fixed plant such as heat pumps) will be managed or minimised to achieve an appropriate level of amenity in each zone while acknowledging the primary activities and character in each zone.

2.11

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inhabitants of existing residential accommodation and noise sensitive activities is minimised or mitigated.

Policy 12.13 – Noise from the transport network

All noise sensitive activities in close proximity to the transport network shall be protected from adverse effects of noise, through the adoption of acoustic mitigation measures.

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ANNEXURE 3: PLAN SET - PROPOSED ECOLOGICAL MITIGATION SITES

RaumatiManukaWetland

RaumatiKanuka

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FRESHWATER MITIGATIONRiparian Mitigation Planting

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RaumatiKanuka

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0 100 200 300 400 500m

SouthernOtaihangaWetland

OtaihangaMahoe

OtaihangaKanuka

NorthernOtaihangaWetland

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Likely long term Designation

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0 100 200 300 400 500m

OtaihangaKanuka

WaikanaeRiver

Likely long term Designation

Notified Designation

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EXISTING HABITAT (TO BE RETAINED)Indigenous Terrestrial Vegetation

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0 100 200 300 400 500m

NgararaWetland

Ecological mitigation in thisarea to be consistent withPharazyn Reserve Landscapeand Ecological RestorationPlan 2011

Potential wetland mitigation site,subject to agreement with KCDCand GWRC

OffsetStorage

Area11

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EXISTING HABITAT (TO BE RETAINED)Indigenous Terrestrial Vegetation

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OffsetStorage

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PLAN SET -PROPOSED ECOLOGICAL MITIGATION SITESGEN ERAL LOCATION PLAN

NOTE : Ecological mitigation planting to be subject to detailed design to ensure consistency with landscape and visual mitigation requirements.

NgararaWetland

Ecological mitigation in thisarea to be consistent withPharazyn Reserve Landscapeand Ecological RestorationPlan 2011

Potential wetland mitigation site,subject to agreement with KCDCand GWRC

OffsetStorage

Area11

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ANNEXURE 4: MACKAYS TO PEKA PEKA SCOPING REPORT 8 OCTOBER 2010

Available at: http://www.nzta.govt.nz/projects/mackays-to-peka-peka/m2pp-scoping-report.html