Updated 11 September 2018
The Plan comprises:
- Part A (The Plan Text);
- Part B (The Plan Maps).
The Plan is divided into Chapters that are explained in further detail below. These Chapters can be generally divided into three sections, detailed in Table 1A.1: Plan Content Summary.
- Chapters 1-3, which provide a general explanation and context to the Plan and describe the meaning of terms used in the Plan;
- Chapters 4-11, which apply in various locations throughout the Plan Area and may be identified as overlays termed ‘Plan Areas’ over the specific zones that follow in Chapters 12-20;
- Chapters 12-20, which are objectives, policies and rules for the subdivision, use and development of land in specific zones.
Table 1A.1: Plan Content Summary
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Chapter
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Role of Chapter
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1. Plan Introduction
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Explains the structure and purpose of the Plan, together with a description of how to use the Plan and an overview of the history to the Plan.
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2. Issues Overview
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Provides an overview of the context of the Plan and the relationship of the Plan to other resource management tools. Included is a description of the main issues facing the City and the direction the Plan takes in response.
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3. Definitions
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Provides an interpretation of standard expressions in the Plan. Defined terms are identified in the Plan in italics.
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4. General Rules
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Covers City-wide issues for:
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Transportation (parking, access);
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Earthworks;
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Signs;
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Noise;
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Temporary Activities;
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Lighting;
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Permitted Intrusions (items permitted within building and overshadowing setbacks);
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Airport Slopes and Surfaces (the absolute height limitation imposed for airport safety).
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5. Natural Environment
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Describes areas of natural significance within the City and sets out the objectives, policies and rules for the management of identified areas.
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6. Natural Features and Landscapes
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Describes both the general elements of the landscape character of the City and identifies areas of national and local significance together with specific methods to protect these areas. Also identifies trees protected due to their significance in the landscape.
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7. Heritage
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Sets out the protection of places of historical significance, including Maori heritage, buildings, archaeological sites, and protected trees of heritage significance.
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8. Natural Hazards
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Sets out the methods to mitigate or avoid the risk of natural hazards, specifically the risk of harbour inundation, and coastal erosion.
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9. Hazardous Substances &
Contaminated Land
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Deals with two distinct issues being the use of hazardous substances by setting acceptable thresholds, and subdivision, use and development of contaminated land.
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10. Network Utilities and
Designations
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Sets out the objectives, policies and rules for the establishment of network utilities, and details the particulars of the designations identified on the Plan Maps (Part B).
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11. Financial Contributions
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Sets out the purpose and method for calculating the amount of land or money that may be required to mitigate the effects of subdivision, use or development.
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12. Subdivision, Infrastructure
& Services
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Deals with subdivision for all zones, and also sets out standards for the development of infrastructure.
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13. Open Space Zones
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Covers areas for passive and active recreation, and areas set aside for conservation in the City.
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14. Residential Zones
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Sets out the methods for managing a range of residential living environments, ranging from the low density Large Lot Residential Zone, through the Suburban Residential Zone to High-Density Residential Zone.
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15. Rural Residential Zones
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Deals with semi-rural sites used for residential living.
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16. Rural Zones
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Covers areas set aside for rural production or urban expansion. Also includes extensive areas of Maori land held under the Te Ture Whenua Maori Land Act (1993) and provides specific methods for its development.
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17. Commercial Zones
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Sets out the methods for development of commercial centres in the City, from the City Centre to local shopping areas.
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18. Industrial Zones
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Covers areas set aside principally for industrial land use, and includes general industrial land and the infrastructure of the Port.
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19. Education Centre Zones
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Sets out specific methods for the use and development of identified school sites that accommodate schools not wholly funded by the Government.
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20. Special Use Zones - Baypark
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Sets out a framework for the management of the Baypark site, including noise and land-use controls.
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