Future Napier Committee - 22
February 2024 - Open Agenda Item
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Agenda Items
1. Resource
Consent Activity Update
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Type of Report:
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Enter Significance of Report
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Legal Reference:
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Enter Legal Reference
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Document ID:
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1736048
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Reporting Officer/s & Unit:
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Luke Johnson, Manager Regulatory
Solutions
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1.1 Purpose
of Report
This report provides an update on recent
resource consenting activity. The report is provided for information purposes
only, so that there is visibility of major projects and an opportunity for
Elected Members to understand the process.
Applications are assessed by delegation
through the Resource Management Act (RMA); it is not intended to have
application outcome discussions as part of this paper.
This report only contains
information which is lodged with Council and is publicly available.
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Officer’s
Recommendation
The Future
Napier Committee:
a) Note
the resource consent activity update for period 12 October 2023 to 02
February 2024.
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1.2 Background
Summary
The following
is an outline of recent activity regarding applications received by Council for
consenting pursuant to the RMA.
Since the
October 2023 update, there has been a 15% decrease in the number of
applications being received, compared to the same period 12 months prior. The
mix of submitted application type over the last reporting period remains
consistent with the previous year being 55% Land Use and 45% Subdivision. The
average processing timeframe for a land use resource consent has decreased from
23 days to approximately 19 days; and subdivision resource consents have
remained consistent at 23 days. At times the Resource Consent Planners have had
to extend processing timeframes under Section 37 due to Special Circumstances.
The table
below outlines the current resource consenting activities in Napier and the
status of these for information purposes. Whilst this is not an entire list of
all applications currently being assessed or having been determined, they are
significant or noteworthy applications of which details are being provided in
this report.
1.3 Summary Table
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Lodgment Date
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Address
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Description
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Status
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08/01/2024
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42 Wharerangi Road, Tamatea
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10/10/2023
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18 Meeanee Road, Taradale
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Non-Residential
Activity (Dentist)
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Under Assessment.
Further
information provided below
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04/10/2023
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1, 1B and 3
Creagh Street, Napier
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Mixed Use
Development (Three Residential Units and Non-Residential Activity Three
Commercial Tenancies)
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Under
Assessment.
Further
information provided below
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21/08/2023
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68 Franklin
Road, Bay View
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59 Lot
Subdivision
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Under
Assessment.
Previously
reported – No further update
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28/07/2022
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11 Lever Street,
Ahuriri
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Demolition of a
Group 3A Building & Multi-Unit Development (3 Dwellings)
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Under
Assessment.
Previously reported
– No further update
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27/01/2023
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162 Waghorne
Street, Ahuriri
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Demolition of a
Group 3A Building & Two Lot Subdivision
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Awaiting
additional information
Previously
reported – No further update
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07/07/2023
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530 - 550 State
Highway 51
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Mixed Use Development
- Seven Residential Dwellings & 100 Storage Units
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Further
information requested.
Previously
reported – No further update
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23/12/2022
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1 Ballance Place
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Multi-Unit
Development (6 Dwellings) & Seven Lot Subdivision
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Approved
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115 Carlyle
Street, Napier
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Expansion of the
existing car sales operation
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Approved
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Kāinga Ora - Construction and Innovation &
K3 Development Limited Partnership
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16/11/2023
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11 Masefield
Avenue, Maraenui
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Seven Lot
Subdivision
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Under
Assessment.
Further
information provided below.
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06/06/2023
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3 – 5
Lowry Terrace, Marewa
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Multi-Unit
Development (9 Units), Seven Lot Subdivision & Earthworks
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Under Assessment
Previously
reported – No further update
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08/08/2023
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47 Bedford Road,
Marewa
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Two Lot into Eight Lot Subdivision and Seven
Dwellings
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Further
information requested.
Previously
reported – No further update
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2/11/2022
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1 Lister Avenue,
Maraenui
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Multi-Unit
Development (30 units) and subdivision
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Approved
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28/09/2023
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4 Seddon
Crescent, Marewa
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Multi-Unit
Development (10 Units), Eleven Lot Subdivision & Earthworks
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Approved
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9/11/2022
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50 – 54
Seddon Crescent, Marewa
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Multi-Unit Development (8 Units)
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Approved
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06/06/2023
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36 Barker Road,
Marewa
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Multi Unit Development (9 Units)
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Approved
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42 Wharerangi Road, Greenmeadows – Subdivision
The site is
within the Park Island Structure Plan area of the Main Residential Zone. While residential
development is therefore supported in principle by the provisions of the
underlying zone, the specific nature of residential development is required to
accord with the Structure Plan which has been developed to guide the greenfield
development of the structure plan area.
Figure 1 – Subject Site
The site
itself is a “corner” site with direct boundary frontage to
Wharerangi Road and a frontage to Westminster Avenue which is separated legally
by the Saltwater Creek Reserve. It also fronts the Taipo Stream along the
western boundary. The land parcels create a wide rectangular site
configuration, with a curvilinear frontage which follows the Taipo Stream
boundary to the west. The site features relatively open views to all the
surrounding neighbourhoods and Park Island to the north.
Consent is
required for a subdivision consent which consists of:
· 69
residential lots
· a
series of fee simple “super lots” earmarked for future commercial
and mixed densities of residential development respectively; and
· roads
to vest and local purpose (drainage and access) reserves.
· Vesting
of land as esplanade reserve pursuant to s.230 of The Act where it adjoins the
Taipo Stream.
Stage 1
· Lots
1 - 62 Residential use (intended as fee simple single unit)
· Lot
200 Reserve to vest (Local Purpose – Access), Lots 201, 202 Reserve to
vest (local Purpose – Access), Lot 300 Road to vest in NCC, Lot 301 JOAL
(access), Lot 601 Reserve to vest (Local Purpose – drainage) to
accommodate wastewater pump station.
· Lot
400-402 Future development lots (residential)
· Lot
403 Future development lot (Comprehensive Residential Development)
· Lot
500 Future development lot (Commercial)
Stage 2
· Lot
203 - 205 Reserve to vest (Local Purpose Reserve - Access), Lot 302 Road to vest,
Lot 602 Reserve to vest (esplanade) as per District Plan and RMA requirements.
· Lots
404 -410 Future development lots (residential)
Figure 2 – Proposed Scheme Plan
Figure 3 – Overall Master Plan Concept
18 Meeanee Road, Taradale – Non-Residential Activity (Dentist)
The resource
consent application is for the redevelopment of the site for the purpose of
establishing a Dentist at 18 Meeanee Road. The subject site is located within
the Main Residential Zone and has a total area of 724m². A land use
consent for a non-residential activity (not stated elsewhere within the
Operative District Plan – Rule 5.13C) is assessed as a discretionary
activity.
Figure 4 – Subject Site (highlighted by blue)
The new
building will be purpose built to provide dentistry as an important community
health service with five theatre’s, large open reception and waiting
area, lab facilities and staff facilities over a footprint of 346.23m² or
some 47.83% of the site. The applicant proposes two vehicle parking
spaces for the exclusive use by patients.
Figure 5 – Site Plan
Figure 6 – Front Elevation
This
development is proposed to replace the existing Dentist operating to the west
of the site at 4 Puketapu Road.
This application is currently
awaiting a response to Councils request for further information (under Section
92).
1, 1B and 3 Creagh Street, Napier - Multi-Unit
Development (Three Commercial Tenancies & Three Residential Units)
Resource
Consent (land use) is sought to carry out a mixed-use, multi-unit development
within the Main Residential Zone which is classified as a Discretionary
Activity under Rule 5.13 of Volume 1 of the Operative City of Napier District
Plan and Rule 6.3 of Volume 2 (the Code) of the City of Napier District Plan
respectively. Further, Resource Consent (land use) is required to undertake a
non-residential activity located within the Te Awa Bungalow Character Zone is
classified as a Discretionary Activity under Rule 9.15 (1) (f) of Volume 1 of
the Operative City of Napier District Plan.
The proposal
includes a two-stage redevelopment of the site to create three
commercial/retail units and three residential units, arranged over ground and
first floor levels. The application details the provision of three off-street
parking spaces.
1 Creagh
Street is located within the Main Residential Zone of the Operative Napier City
District Plan and is overlain with the Te Awa Bungalow Housing Advocacy Area,
whilst 3 Creagh Street is located within the Te Awa Bungalow Character Zone.
Figure 7 – Subject Site (highlighted by black)
Figure 8 – Site Plan (Ground Level –
Commercial Tenancies)
The proposal
entails the removal of all existing buildings from 1 Creagh Street and the
construction of a new building which will accommodate six units (3 Residential
and 3 Commercial).
This application is currently
awaiting a response to Councils request for further information (under Section
92).
Kainga Ora
Developments
11
Masefield Avenue, Maraenui – Seven Lot Subdivision
The subject
site is located on the eastern side of Masefield Avenue, within the Main
Residential Zone. The subject site measures approximately 1463m², is
rectangular in shape and has a relatively flat topography.
The previous
dwelling on the subject site has been demolished and six units are currently
being constructed in accordance with the plans approved as part of land use
consent RM230002.
It is proposed
to subdivide the site into six freehold lots and one access lot around the
consented development of six residential units.
Figure 9 – Proposed Scheme Plan (Seven Lot
Subdivision)
The following
allotments are proposed as part of this subdivision proposal:
• Lot 1 – 212m²
• Lot 2 – 193m²
• Lot 3 – 193m²
• Lot 4 – 181m²
• Lot 5 – 182m²
• Lot 6 - 204m²
• Lot 100 (JOAL) - 298m²
Access will be
via a new vehicle crossing along the south-western boundary to provide access
to lots1 – 6 via a jointly owned access lot with a formed width of 5.7m
and a legal width of 6.1m.
Each of the
six lots have been provided with an uncovered parking space that will be wholly
contained within the individual lots.
There are no proposed changes to the access
and parking provisions from those described in the existing land use consent
RM230002.
1.4 Attachments
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Future Napier Committee - 22
February 2024 - Open Agenda Item
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2. City Strategy - Key
Projects Update
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Type of Report:
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Information
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Legal Reference:
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N/A
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Document ID:
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1733774
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Reporting Officer/s & Unit:
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Rachael Bailey, Executive Director City
Strategies
Jo Munialo, Team Leader Regulatory
Administration
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2.1 Purpose
of Report
To provide Council updates on key projects managed within
the City Strategy Directorate.
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Officer’s
Recommendation
The Future
Napier Committee:
a. Receive
the report titled “City Strategy – Key Projects Update”
dated 22 February 2024.
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2.2 Background Summary
The City
Strategy Directorate is responsible for the delivery of a number of strategic
projects for Council, including:
· Te
Aka
· Officer
Accommodation
· Revitalise
Emerson Street
· Waka
Hub
· Ahuriri
Regional Park
· Proposed
District Plan
· Future
Development Strategy
· Bylaw
and Policy Review Programme
· Climate
Action
This report provides a high level update
of these projects.
2.3 Key Projects
Te Aka
With the endorsement of the Concept
Design of Te Aka by Council on 12 October 2023, and approval to proceed into
the next stages of the Architectural Design process, including the endorsement
of the Construction Strategy, the design team started Preliminary Design.
The preliminary design stage has taken
the architectural concept design and refined the proportions of the building
and interior planning of the spaces. The structural engineering system and building
services are integrated and the exterior landscape spaces have been planned and
developed to respond to the building and wider precinct. Sustainability
initiatives and cultural interpretation and integration will also be important
considerations during this design phase.
Developed Design
With the endorsement of the Preliminary
Design of Te Aka, and approval to proceed into the next stages of the
Architectural Design process, the design team will commence Developed Design.
This design stage takes the
architectural concept design and refinement of the proportions of the building
and interior planning of the spaces. During this phase, the focus is on design
components such as material, colour, and furniture, fixtures, and equipment
(FF&E) systems. Sustainability initiatives and cultural interpretation and
integration will continue through this phase. The process will also include
user input in testing programme scenarios, and potentially prototype components
or elements.
The process of co-design with Mana
Whenua continues with a focus on detailing out the opportunities for Mahi Toi
through the design, Our Mana Whenua Design Lead will lead this process and seek
the guidance and input of Ngā Mānukanuka o te iwi.
The project team will continue to engage
with partners and stakeholders in a similar manner to concept design, exact
details need to be finalised and an updated programme issued.
Supporting the design work will be other
key enabling projects and interdependencies with the due diligence of the
preferred option for Civic Administration Building. These projects such as the
development of the Te Aka operating model will continue in parallel to design
and will come under the wider governance of the Te Aka Programme board.
Officer Accommodation
On 21
September 2023, the Future Napier Committee endorsed
the Civic Accommodation Business Case and approved that Officers progress with
the preferred option as set out in the business case Option 2: NCC sells the
ex-Library Tower for redevelopment and leases space back for NCC’s own
long-term occupation through due diligence development with appropriate
reporting back to Council.
Council also endorsed the Civic Accommodation Project
Delivery Plan with the inclusion of Council decision-making gateways on the
preferred option.
Option 2 where
NCC sells the ex-Library Tower and leases back part of a redeveloped site for
NCC’s long-term occupation scored highest on both the best outcomes score
and the best value for money score.
The due
diligence entailed a wide range of areas. This included:
· Planning and Legal Obligations
· Structural
· Building Services
· Architectural Workplace Requirements
· Comparison between a new build and refurbishment option
based on dues diligence information providing updated Quantity Survey estimates
· Environmental Impact assumptions
· Whole of life cost comparison between the preferred
business case option (2) and NCC owned and lead option (5a)
· An update of
the Business Case assumptions, risks, and opportunities.
The due
diligence to date concludes that with the additional information provided,
Option 2 of ‘sell and lease’ back remains the highest scoring based
on the established criteria. However, the cost differential between option 2
and option 5a has significantly reduced and the risks of the leasing option
have increased. Thus, it would be prudent while proceeding with the
developer-lead option (option 2) that a council-lead rejuvenation of the
Library Tower (option 5a) is also explored as we progress with the required
public consultation.
The diagram
below gives an updated estimate of the two options discussed throughout this
memo.
The next steps are to:
· Develop a
Value Engineering approach to the precinct-wide integration opportunities and
potential programme efficiencies associated with NCC retaining control of the
entire precinct.
· Further
testing of costs is undertaken to capture the total capital cost to NCC, along
with the cost of any delays to the procurement process and the additional costs
to LCAP1 associated with subdividing the site.
· Consider the
ability to access Capital to fund either a Developer-led option or an NCC
redevelopment.
· Confirm
requirements for public consultation and include within the Long-Term Plan
considerations.
· The
continuation of the architectural design process up to the end of the
preliminary design stage to establish in detail the council's accommodation
requirements.
Revitalise Emerson Street
Emerson Street comprises many Art Deco and Spanish Mission style
buildings and has traditionally been the heart of the city’s retail
activity. In an urban context Emerson Street is bound at one end by
Clive and Memorial Squares, and the other by Marine Parade (synonymous with
Napier’s ‘seaside town’ identity). The scope of the Emerson
Street Revitalisation Project is to redesign the entire length of Emerson, from
Clive & Memorial Squares up to Marine Parade.
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As the City’s main retail street, Emerson Street requires its
own distinct identity within the CBD and should be the showcase of what our
city has to offer. To successfully achieve this, it is important that the
design of the entire street be considered from the outset. This design approach
ensures legibility and continuity of design aesthetics will be achieved regardless of ‘how’ or ‘when’ each stage is
implemented. This is important not only for achieving consistency and a
high-quality urban realm, but it also because it clearly signals to potential
investors and businesses Council’s intent and vision for Emerson St into
the future.
Project Purpose
The purpose
behind revitalizing Emerson Street is threefold - to enhance the amenity of our
primary retail area through best practice urban design, to encourage investment
in our CBD, and to provide a variety of opportunities for public social
interaction and vibrancy.
A streetscape
upgrade that recognises the importance of pedestrian movement and creates
attractive public spaces can yield significant economic benefits. Increased
foot traffic, improved retail environment, boosted local business revenue,
attraction for investors and entrepreneurs, real estate value appreciation,
tourism and visitor attraction, and community gathering opportunities are some
of the ways in which economic gains can occur from successful streetscape
upgrades.
Objectives & Outcomes
1. To Reinvigorate Emerson Street by
enhancing the aesthetics, functionality, and overall appeal of the public
realm, and putting the pedestrian first. Prioritising pedestrian movement
creates an inviting environment and is a proven mechanism for attracting more
people to that area. When people spend time walking and exploring the streets
and public spaces, it leads to increased foot traffic for local businesses,
which in turn leads to higher customer volumes and increased sales for shops,
cafes, restaurants, and other establishments along the upgraded area.
2. Improved Public Realm. The design
should include a range of spaces and experiences inviting people to dwell,
encourage vibrancy thereby increasing ‘public life’ in the street,
and support economic viability. A well-designed streetscape and public realm
enhances the overall retail environment and shopping experience. Elements such
as wider footpaths, attractive landscaping, comfortable seating areas, and
well-placed amenities contribute to a more enjoyable and inviting atmosphere.
This encourages people to spend more time in the CBD and more time browsing,
shopping, and engaging with local businesses ultimately leading to increased
patronage and potential economic growth for the area.
3. Attraction for Investors and
Entrepreneurs: A vibrant and well-designed streetscape, or even simply
having a design that signals Council’s clear intent to upgrade and invest
in an area acts as a magnet for investors and entrepreneurs looking to
establish or expand their businesses. Upgraded public spaces reflect a
commitment to urban improvement, quality of life, and community development.
This can create a positive perception of the area, attracting investments, new
ventures, and economic opportunities. Increased economic activity and job
creation can result from such entrepreneurial activities.
4. Bookend our Retail Sector & Western
Gateway to the CBD. The creation of a southern anchor to Emerson Street at
Clive / Memorial Square reimagines the identity and purpose of existing City
greenspaces, whilst providing high quality, flexible spaces for community
gatherings and events. Upgraded streets and public spaces provide the
infrastructure and ambiance for community gatherings, festivals, markets, and
events. These activities not only foster social exchange and community cohesion
but also have economic implications. Local businesses can benefit from
increased sales during these events, and the influx of visitors can stimulate
the local economy through spending on accommodation, dining, and other goods
and services.
When people have positive
experiences in streets and public spaces, they are more likely to stay longer,
explore the surroundings, and visit local businesses. This extended dwell time
can result in increased consumer spending and higher revenues for businesses
within the upgraded streetscape. Moreover, businesses that align with the
upgraded aesthetic and vibe of the area typically also experience improved
brand perception and increased customer patronage.
5. Real Estate Value Appreciation: A
successful streetscape upgrade has the potential to positively impact property
values in the surrounding area. Enhanced streets and public spaces make the
neighborhood more desirable, leading to increased demand for residential and
commercial properties. This heightened demand can drive up property prices and
contribute to real estate value appreciation. Property owners and stakeholders
in the upgraded area may benefit from increased equity and potential returns on
their investments.
6. Tourism and Visitor Attraction: An
attractive and pedestrian-friendly streetscape can significantly contribute to
tourism and visitor attraction. Tourists often seek out destinations that offer
a vibrant and lively street atmosphere, as it provides opportunities for
cultural experiences, dining, shopping, and socialising. A successful
streetscape upgrade that creates an engaging public realm draw more tourists
and visitors to that area, generating economic benefits through tourism
spending and related industries.
Programme & Staging
Concept design
considering the entire length of Emerson Street commenced on 15th January 2024.
Following an extensive Tender process Council have engaged LandLAB & Beca
as the Design Team, based on the programme outlined below. Detailed Design of
Stage 1 (and Stage 2 depending on LTP funding approval) will commence in July
2024.
Construction of Stage 1 is
scheduled for 2024/25 and implementation of Emerson Street is proposed to be
phased accordingly (subject to LTP funding being brought forward):
23/24 Concept design of entire
Emerson St, plus detailed design for Stages 1 & 2 (funded through BOF)
24/25 Construction of the Zip
(BOF $1mill) & Clive Sq. East (LTP $1.25mill)
25/26 Emerson St West (LTP
$3.3mill)
26/27 Emerson St East plus Market
(LTP $4mill)
27/28 Marine Parade / Piazza (LTP
3.2mill)
Communication and Engagement
to Date
Local research
company Folkl have completed a benchmarking report of Emerson Street involving
comprehensive engagement with the community and key stakeholders to understand
the existing use of the street as well as desired outcomes. To compliment
the engagement piece a Pop-Up Store was leased to allow the public to come and
discuss the project with staff. Included in the space were opportunities
to provide feedback and to visualise the proposed phasing of the project.
Council also
held a week of short events between 1st – Fri 8th Dec 2023 within Clive
and Memorial Squares. This focussed on arts, entertainment, family
focused events, which provided an opportunity to understand how people move
through and utilise the area, whilst also providing an opportunity to
‘rebrand’ Clive and Memorial Squares. The information gleaned from
this week of activation enhanced the understanding of how people arrive,
congregate, and move through the Squares and on into Emerson St. understand how
the street currently functions.
The final
report was presented to the Project Steering Group on 23 January 2024 and
included information gathered from both quantitative (cameras, surveys) as well
as qualitative data (workshops, data walks). The results of this data
collection will feed into the overall concept design.
Waka Hub
There has been
necessary change of the Waka Hub Project following receipt of the Optioneering
Report Costings and Council’s current reprioritisation of capital works
as part of the LTP. Below are highlighting, current risks, issues, and
opportunities.
Update
The Optioneering Report, evaluating the feasibility of various Waka Hub
locations within the Iron Pot, estimates costs for construction which far
exceed the project budget currently allocated in the LTP ($8.7mill) and the
Better Off Funding ($2.2mill) combined. The primary contributor to these
estimates is the enabling works required to undertake construction.
Whilst the Iron Pot is Ātea a Rangi Trust’s preferred location
for the Waka Hub, providing the development is completed in its entirety as
shown in the Ahuriri Master Plan. The Trust have indicated, however, that there
are more practical locations of waka mooring from a navigation and
loading/unloading perspective and have requested that these be considered if
the budget for the Waka Hub is reliant solely on the $2.2mill from the Better
Off Fund (BOF). In the proposed LTP, it is noted that there is $3.3mill
dedicated to the Waka Hub project.
Council has
until 2027 to utilise the BOF. BOF has advised that our current funding will
not be affected by a change of project scope, although the project should be
renamed to remove reference to the Iron Pot.
It is noted
that no feasibility study was undertaken on the Iron Pot or any alternative
locations within the Inner Harbour prior to settling on the Iron Pot and
Council applying to the TIF or BOF Funds for funding. As location forms such a
large part of the Design Services RFP, the potential change in scope posed a
significant deviation from what was proposed in the Design Services RFP and as
such Council pulled the RFP from GETs (22 Nov 2023) until further
investigations into LTP funding and alternative sites could be undertaken.
Re-scoping the project also provides the opportunity to combine engineering
services with the design services package.
Next Steps
In light of
the identified funding shortfall required to construct the Waka Hub within the
Iron Pot, the potential funding reprioritisation currently underway with
Council’s LTP, and the fact that no feasibility study has previously been
undertaken on Waka Hub locations within the Inner Harbour, it is recommended
that a Multi Criteria Analysis (MCA) be undertaken to evaluate possible
locations for the Waka Hub.
It is proposed
that a similar site selection approach be followed to that was undertaken when
evaluating the best location for the library. This involved establishing a
series of weighted criteria against which each site is evaluated against.
Evaluation
Criteria (developed in collaboration with Ātea a Rangi Trust)
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Criterion
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Sub Set
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Weighting
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1. Activation
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5%
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a. Profile/landmark
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b. Leverage activity / transformative
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2. Te ao Māori
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a. Cultural connection / significance
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15%
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b. Physical connection to the water
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c. Mauri Tū
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3. Displacement Effects & Adjacencies
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a. Displacement of existing activities / structures required
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10%
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b. Noise or inverse impact from adj. uses
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c. Security risk due to adj. activities / uses
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4. Connectivity
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5%
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a. Easily accessible
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b. Visibility from Public Realm
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c. Vehicle access / parking
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5. Functionality
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25%
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a. Access to the water (arrival experience, mooring)
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b. Capable of hosting events
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c. Size (incl capacity to add storage or to grow)
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d. Public space adjacent
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6. Ease of Development
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20%
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a) Compliance (Consenting)
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b) Tenure
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7. Berthage and Manouverability
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20%
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Council
Officers, in collaboration with Ātea a Rangi Trust Representatives (Piripi
Smith and Te Kaha Hawaikirangi), will be undertaking the Site Assessment on 9th
February. From the outcome of this Multi-Criteria Analysis a short list of
Preferred Sites (no more than 3) will be identified.
A more
in-depth assessment of these Preferred Sites will then be undertaken to
consider the likely costs and constraints associated with developing each of
the short-listed sites, namely:
· Cost.
What are the estimated costs associated with development? Is developing the
Waka Hub in this location financially viable based on the current budget?
· Infrastructure.
Are enabling works required to develop the Waka Hub in this location.
Council’s
Project Managers for this project, Beca, will be assisting with this analysis
based on the information and structural assessments previously undertaken by
Advisian as part of the Inner Harbour Master Plan.
Upon
identification of a Preferred Site Council ark on procuring Design and
Engineering Services for the Waka Hub on the preferred site.
Ahuriri
Regional Park
Te Whanganui-a-Orotū,
also known as the Ahuriri Estuary, is a unique wetland area
that
requires restoration due to years of stormwater discharge, wastewater
discharges, and sediment runoff. To address these challenges, council aims to
work closely with Hawke’s Bay Regional Council (HBRC), Mana Ahuriri Trust
(MAT), and Te Komiti Muriwai o Te Whanga to develop the Ahuriri Regional Park
on the Council owned land known as Lagoon Farm.
Since our last
update in September, Council appointed the consultants for delivering the
master plan after conducting a tender process. The successful consultants,
Boffa Miskell, have started gathering information related to the site, the
various projects that are related, reviewing the work already done, and confirming
their approach for the work ahead. A Joint Committee workshop date has been set
for 12 February 2024.
Proposed
District Plan
The District
Plan is an important regulatory document for Council. It affects every piece of
land, and manages all land use, development, and subdivision in Napier. The
District Plan sets the regulatory framework for how the city will grow and
develop into the future and manages the effects from activities on the
environment.
The Proposed
District Plan was notified in September 2024. We received 288 submissions,
three of these were late submissions.
The planners
are now summarising the submissions in preparation of receiving further
submissions.
The next steps
in the process and timeframes are included in the table below.
|
Phase
|
Description
|
Timeframe
|
|
1. Summary of submissions
|
This
provides a clear concise summary of all submissions received.
|
December-March
|
|
2. Public notification summary of
submissions
|
The
summary of submissions is notified to give the opportunity to the public to
provide further feedback
|
March
|
|
3. Further submissions
|
The
Council receives further submissions in support or opposing the original
submissions
|
2
weeks end of March early April
|
|
4. Hearings reports and planning
|
Planners
prepare the hearing topics and the hearing reports
|
March
-August
|
|
5. Hearings
|
Hearing
commissioners hear submitters
|
September
– February 2025
|
|
6. Decisions
|
Hearing
Commissioners prepare the decisions
|
March
to August
|
Plan
Variations
Policy
planners are preparing three plan variations to be notified for public
consultation in 2024. These are:
- Sites
of Significance to Maori
- Significant
Natural Areas
- Natural
Hazards
Natural
Hazards Variation: An issues and options paper on natural hazards is
currently being drafted to use as the basis for pre-engagement with the
community in March 2024. This will be workshopped with Councillors on 13
February, alongside a presentation from CDEM on the new tsunami modelling. The
outcome of this engagement will feed into the redrafted chapter which will then
be brought back to Councillors with the intention of the chapter being ready
for notification in the middle of 2024.
The
notification of the variations is scheduled for late May early June. A communication
and engagement plan for the variations will be presented to Council in March.
Future
Development Strategy
The Future
Development Strategy (FDS) is the 30-year growth strategy for Napier and
Hastings. Hastings District Council, NCC and HBRC, along with iwi and hapū
partners are jointly developing the Hastings and Napier FDS.
After the call
for opportunities conducted in 2023, council officers have assessed the various
growth options against a set of criteria. The multi criteria analysis has been
helpful to refine these options in preparation for further community engagement
in March-May this year.
There is a
significant programme of community and stakeholder engagement and four council
workshops through 2024 to progress the strategy development. The strategy will
be finalised in late 2024 after consultation with the community. This will be
put forward for adoption by the Hastings and Napier Councils and the Regional
Council.
The next step
in the process is to finalise 2 to 3 scenarios for growth within Hastings and
Napier and engage with the public and stakeholders on these options. The
outcomes of the engagement will be presented to the Joint Committee for
endorsement ahead of the final adoption.
Bylaw &
Policy Review Programme
Easter Trading
Policy: The Easter Trading Policy has now been adopted and will apply in
this year 2024. Shops in the CBD and Taradale Centre will be able to open for
trade if they wish to do so.
Freedom
Camping Bylaw: Officers are at early stages of reviewing the Freedom
Camping Bylaw. After investigating potential issues, officers will prepare a
Statement of Proposal for Council approval before engaging with the community
later in 2024.
Climate
Action
Climate
Action Joint Committee. Formed in 2023, the Committee held two workshops in
late 2023 to set a vision and strategic direction (attached). The next step is
for the TAG to bring back the outline of an action plan, a relationship
framework which identifies the spaces that all current joint committee relevant
to climate action occupy, and a gap analysis of regional hazard data. Decisions
this year are likely to include finalising the first action plan and deciding a
regionally consistent approach to hazard data collection and management. NCC
have increased our resourcing on the TAG and will be leading the initial
development of the action plan.
Coastal
Hazards Joint Committee. Formed to oversee and develop a 100-year Coastal
Hazard Strategy for Napier and Hastings, the current focus is on developing
funding model options to workshop with HBRC Councillors with the intention that
if the strategy is adopted HBRC will manage it. Pre-engagement will kick off in
May 2024 to increase engagement ahead of consultation on the funding model in
September 2024.
Coastal
Inundation. In 2022 HBRC, NCC, and HDC jointly commissioned modelling of
coastal inundation to inform the setting of floor heights. That modelling was
released on 14 December 2023 with letters hand delivered to affected homes. NCC
followed this up with drop-in sessions the following week. The comms and
engagement approach was clear, and the release went well. Constructive
conversations continue with the public and developers over the implications of
this modelling. A further drop-in session is scheduled for 6 March 2024. The
next step in the hazard space is to consider multi-hazard risk assessments for
each impacted area.
2.4 Significance
and Engagement
The projects
reported on in this paper have significant consultation and engagement
requirements. These are managed at a project-specific level and are
reported to Council separately as part of the project management process.
2.5 Implications
Financial
Financial
performance of individual projects does not form part of this report.
Risk
Project risks
are managed on a project basis and significant risks are reported to Council
separately via the Audit and Risk Committee
2.6 Options
This report is for information
purposes only.
2.7 Attachments
1 Climate
Action Joint Commitee Vision and Strategy (Doc Id 1736155)
