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BOROUGH OF ONEHUNGA
DISTRICT SCHEME ·
APPROVED THIRD REVIEW
·'- SECTION 1 : GENERAL
Onehunga District Scheme -- SECTION ONE: GENERAL
CONTENTS:
Page no:
1.1 A GUIDE TO THIS SCHEME .. 1
1.2 THE,BOROUGH OF ONEHUNGA 1.
1.2.1 Location and Area 1 1.2.2 Regional Context and Function of the Borough .. 1 - 1.3 BRIEF HISTORY OF ONEHUNGA 2 1.3.1 Geological 2 1.3.2 Maori Settlement 2 1.3.3 European Settlement .. 2 1.3.4 Industrial and Commercial Development 3
1.4 POPULATION .. 4
1.4.1 Population and Households 4 1.4.2 Age Structure .. 5 1.4.3 Household Types 5 1.4.4 Ethnic Groups .. 6 1.4.5 Employment 7
1.5 THE DISTRICT SCHEME 7
1.5.1 The General purpose of the District Scheme 7 1.5.2 Borough Objectives 8 - 1.5.3 General Requirements for all Developments 8
1.5.3.1 Health .. 8 1.5.3.2 Safety .. 8 1.5.3,3 Appearance 8 1.5.3.4 Public Servicing 9 · 1.5.3.5 Accessibility 9 1.5.3.6 Stormwater Disposal 9 1.5.3.7 Lighting 9 1.5.3.8 The Location of Buildings on a Site 9
1.6 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT .. 9
1.6.1 The Elderly 10 1.6.2 The Disabled .. 10 1.6.3 Cultural and Minority Groups 11 1.6.4 Child Care Facilities 11 - 1.6.5 Youth Facilities .-. 12 Onehungs District Scheme 1.7 ENVIRONMENT AND AMENITIES 12
1.7.1 Introduction 13 1.7.2 Land Stability and Fill .. 13
1.7.2.1 Earthworks Control 14
1.7.3 Reclamation 14 1.7.4 Environmental Standards 15
1.7.4.1 General 15 1.7.4.2 Air Pollution 15 1.7.4.3 Noise .. 16 1.7.4.4 Glare .. 16 1.7.4.5 Water and Soil Pollution 17 1.7.4.6 Vibration 18
1.7.5 Hazards Planning 18A 1.7.6 Harbour and Beaches. .. 18• 1.7.7 Visual protection of Maungakiekie (One Tree Hill) 19
1.7.7.1 Effect of Provision 19 1.7.7.2 Special Height Limitation 19 1.7.7.3 General Proviso 20
1.7.8 Landscaping and Open Spaces .. 20 1.7.9 Maintenance of Land and Buildings 20
1.8 PRESERVATION AND CONSERVATION 22
1.8.1 Preservation of Notable Buildings, Objects and Areas 22
1.8.1.1 Objective 22 1.8.1.2 Policies 22 1.8.1.3 Categories of Protection 22 1.8.1.4 · Criteria for Registration .. 23- 1.8.1.5 Registered Items : Development Controls 23 .
1.8.2 Preservation of Trees .. 25
1.8.2.1 Objective 25 1.8.2.2 Policies .. 25 1.8.2.3 Criteria for Scheduling Tree 25 1.8.2.4 Development Controls .. 26
1.9 SIGNS .. 28
1.9.1 Introduction 28 1.9.2 Objectives and Policies .. 28 1.9.3 Ordinances 28
1.9.3.1 Relationship to By.-laws .. 28 1.9.3.2 Applications for Signs .. 28 1.9.3.3 Requirements Relating to All Signs 29 ... 1.9.3.4 Signs Permitted in All Zones 29- 1.9.3.5 Signs Permitted in Commercial and Industrial Zones 30
Onehunga District Scheme -· 1.10· PUBLIC UTILITIES 30 1.10.1 General 30 1.10.2 Power and Telephone Reticulation 30 1.10.3 Waste Disposal .. 30 1.10.4 Water Protection Area .. 31
1.10.4.1 Description of the Area .. 31 1.10.4.2 Intention 32 1.10.4.3 Ordinance 32
1.11 TRANSPORTATION AND ROADING 33
1.11.1 Introduction 33 1.11.2 Road function and classification .. 33
1.11.2.1 Primary Network 33 1.11.2.2 Secondary Network 34
1.11.3 Public Transport 35
1.11.3.1 Bus Transport .. 35 1.11.3.2 Railways 35
1.11.4 Auckland International Airport - Height Restrictions 36 1.11.5 Pedestrian and Cyclist Movement 36 1.11.6 Traffic Control and Access 37
1.11.6.1 Intersections 37 1.11.6.2 Access in Respect of Comer Sites 37 1.11.6.3 Road/Rail Level Crossings 37
1.11.7 Building Lines for Road Widening Purposes 38 1.11.8 Service Lanes .. 38 1.11.9 Public Works - Transportation and Reading 38
- 1.12 PARKING, LOADING AND ACCESS .. 39
1.12.1 Introduction 39 1.12.2 General Provisions 39
1.12.2.1 Application of Ordinance 39 1.12.2.2 Formation of Spaces 39 1.12.2.3 Building Lines .. 40 1.12.2.4 Footpath Crossings 40 1.12.2.5 Availability of Motor Vehicle Facilites 40 1.12.2.6 Screening of Parking and Loading Areas 40 1.12.2.7 Cash Contribution in Lieu of Providing Parking Spaces .. 40 1.12.2.8 Assessment of Spaces .. 40 1.12.2.9 Access to and Size of Parking Spaces .. 41 1.12.2.10 Gradients 41 1.12.2.11 Parking and Access for the Disabled 41 1.12.2.12 Reverse Manoeuvring .. 41 1.12.2.13 Stacked Parking 42
Onehunga District Scheme 1.12.3 Loading Spaces
1.12.3.1 Number of Loading Spaces to be Provided 42 1.12.3.2 Access to and Size of Loading .Spaces 42 1.12.3.3 Reverse Manoeuvring .. 42
1.12.4 Parking Standards 43
1.13 SUBDIVISION-GENERAL REQUIREMENTS .. 46
1.13.1 Introduction 46 1.13.2 Design of SUbdivision 47 1.13.3 Existing Buildings 47 1.13.4 Public Works . .. 48 1.13.5 Boundary· Adjustments .. 48 1.13.6 Applications 48 1.13.7 Plans .. 48 1.13.8 Preservation of Trees and Other Features 49A 1.13.9 Electric Power and Telephone Servicing .. 49W 1.13.10 Reserve Contributions .. 49 1.13.11 Time Limit on Approval .. 49 1.13.12 Subdivisional Controls .. 49
1.14 ADMINISTRATION OF THE DISTRICT SCHEME 50
1.14.1 Effect of the District Scheme 50 1.14.2 Procedures 50
1.14.2.1 Predominant Uses, Developments and Buildings .. 50 1.14.2.2 Applications Made Without Public Notification 52 1.14.2.3 Outline Plans for Public Works .. 59 1.14.2.4 Temporary Uses and Buildings .. 59 1.14.2.5 Identified Uses .. 60 1.14.2.6 Designated Land 60 1.14.2.7 Applications Made With Public Notification 62 1.14.2.8 Rights of Objection and Appeal .. 1.14.2.9 Other Provisions :e 1.14.2.10 Information to be Provided with Applications 64 1.14.2.11 Certification of Application Information .. 65
1.15 DEFINITIONS .. 67
ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS SCHEME 83
- Onehunga District Scheme -- APPENDICES
1 Landscape Design 84
2 Parking, Manoeuvring and Turning Dimensions:
A. Manoeuvring and Parking Space Dimensions 87 B, 90% Two Axled Truck - Swept Path and Design .. 88 c. Articulated Truck - Swept Path and Design 89 D. 90% Motorcar - Swept Path ·and Design .. 90 E. 99% Motorcar - Swept Path and Design .. 91 - 3.1 Sight Lines at Intersections 92 3.2 Road-Rail Level Crossing Controls 93
4.1 Underground Aquifers .. 94
4.2 Water Protection Area .. 95
4.3 Chemicals or Substances which may Affect Water Quality 96
5.1 Register of Buildings, Objects and Areas to be Protected .. 97
5.2 · Register of Trees to be Protected 103
6 Hazards Plan and Known Areas of Fill, Flood Plains and U_nstable Land .. 107
7 Schedule of Designations, Building Lines and Comer Splays:
A. Designations .. 108 • B. Building Lines for Street Widening and On-Street Carparking 111 C. Proposed Corner Splays for Street Widening and Intersection Upgrading .. 113
8 Auckland International Airport Height Restrictions Affecting Onehunga Borough .. 114
9 Special Height Limitation 115
10 Identified Uses .. 116
11 Reading Hierarchy 122
12 Proposed Walkway Network 123
Onehunga District Scheme SECTION ONE : GENERAL
1.1 A GUIDE TO THIS SCHEME
This District Scheme is fully integrated, with the Scheme Statement and Ordinances combined. The Scheme is divided into five sections as follows:
SECTION 1: GENERAL SECTION 2: RESIDENTIAL SECTION 3: INDUSTRIAL SECTION 4: COMMERCIAL SECTIONS: . RECREATION
With the exception of the General Section which has application to the whole scheme, each section is autonomous and contains all matters relevant to that section. The five sections constitute the full review to the Onehunga Borough District Scheme. Once operative each section will be reviewed in tum or as need dictates. No one section will be left un-reviewed for more than five years and periodically the whole review will be re-examined and published afresh.
An explanation is provided for most ordinances, printed in smaller type face down the right hand margin of the page. This explanation forms part of the Scheme Statement and gives the intent of ,each ordinance. The explanation will be taken into account in assessing dispensations or other applications. Explanation statements should be read in conjunction with the zone and area statement and with any general policy having relevance to the particular ordinance.
Although prepared in a number of autonomous sections the District Scheme forms an integrated package of zones and controls. For this reason in assessing applications, reference will be had to all relevant sections of the District Scheme.
1.2 THE BOROUGH OF ONEHUNGA
1.2.1 Location and Area
The District Planning Scheme covers the whole of the Borough of Onehunga and comprises an area of 824.88 hectares (2038 acres). The Borough is located between the southern slopes of One Tree Hill and the shores of Manukau ·Harbour, approximately 13 kilometres (8 miles) from central Auckland City. The southern boundary of Onehunga abuts the Manukau Harbour with a coastal frontage of approximately 8 kilometres. The control of this harbour and the shoreline adjacent to the planning district are vested in the Auckland Harbour Board which exercises its jurisdiction under the provisions of the Harbours Act 1950 and the Manukau Harbour Control Act 1911. Planning control of the harbour rests with the Manukau Harbour Maritime Planning Authority which undertakes this function pursuant to the Town and Country Planning Act 1977. To the east and north is One Tree Hill Borough and to the west, Mt Roskill Borough.
1.2.2 Regional Context and Function of the Borough
Onehunga Borough is one of the more fully developed districts within the Auckland Regional Council planning region. It lies on important road routes to·the western and southern suburbs and has a rail Dnk to the North Island Main Trunk Railway.
Approximately one-third of the Borough is zoned industrial and this area forms part of a larger industrial employment area which includes Penrose and Mt Wellington. The majority of the remaining area of the Borough Is zoned Residential and these areas contain a range of housing types. There is State Housing at Oranga, older housing adjacent to the commercial areas and south · of Oranga, home units in the Campbell Road/Turama Road area and single unit homes in the Hillsborough area. Oranga was one of the first State Housing areas in Auckland and most of the - State Housing in this area was built in the 1940's. Onehunga District Scheme, page 1 -·1.3 BRIEF HISTORY OF ONEHUNGA 1.3.1 Geologlcal
Thousands of years ago when Maungakiekie (One Tree Hill) erupted, the lavaflow spread westwards covering the future sites of Onehunga and Te Papapa, giving this part of the Isthmus its distinctive configuration.
1.3.2 Maori Settlement
According to Maori legend, the Tainui Canoe of the great migrations sailed up the Tamaki River and was then carried across the portage from Otahuhu to the Manukau. Maori settlements were already established there, the locality having been found an attractive place for settlement because of its proximity to Maungakiekie, (the most important fortified hill on the isthrrus), the rich volcanic soils in the area, and the fishing grounds of the Manukau. It is estimated that earty in the 18th Century there were four to five thousand Maori people living in the vicinity of Maungakiekie.
Throughout the 18th Century and early 19th Century, the population was reduced by epidemics and fighting between tribes. Hongi Hika took advantage of the reduced population in 1821 when he came down from the north armed with muskets, and raided the settlements which were defenceless - against this new weaponry. One of the small groups of fleeing survivors settled in Onehunga. The settlement at Onehunga thrived under the leadership of Te Kawau and grew steadily as people of the Ngati Whatua returned to live in peace.
When Samuel Marsden visited the area in 1820, he found that the land was intensively cultivated, and quite a large population had settled along the harbour coastline. However, the population was decimated by the raiding Ngapuhi and by 1827, according to a description by the French navigator, Captain D'Urville, few inhabitants remained and the land was neglected and overgrown.
1.3.3 European Settlement
A long history of European settlement has contributed to Onehunga's distinct identity. Onehunga became a well established town, physically separated from the township of Auckland, by seven miles of rough road.
The first European settler is believed to have been a timber merchant from Sydney who arrived in 1835 and built one of the first sawmills in the country.
By 1845 a steady increase in the number of settlers had made Onehunga more than just a port of call and trading post. By this time Maori unrest in the north had become a serious concern and Governor Grey recruited a force of Fencibles (military war veterans and discharged soldiers) from England, for garrison duty in New Zealand. These people were to be settled in the four defence outposts for the City of Auckland, for protection from the Maoris. One of these outposts was at Onehunga.
The first Fencibles arrived in 1847 and settled in an area enclosed by Princes Street, Quadrant Road, Grey Street, Alfred Street and the shoreline. A later group was housed on the Back Settlement, today known as Te Papapa. Only a few original Fencible cottages remain today. Galway Street and Victoria Street are two streets where these cottages still exist. A replica Fencible cottage is open for public inspection in Jellicoe Park.
Onehunga played a significant role in the New Zealand wars of the 1eoo·s. It was an essential site for the military and naval defence of the Auckland isthmus, and provided the main route for troops and supplies to the war zones. As a consequence, the settlement continued to expand and its transition from a military post to a village came within a decade, followed by steady growth In - population and an increase in industrial and commercial activity. Onehunga District Scheme, page 2 Onehunga was well provided with community facilities early in its history. It was possibly the first small village to have a free public library. The first public library was established in 1854 in a cottage in Queen Street, on the present Woolworths site. One of the grandest buildings to be used as a library was the Carnegie Building, opened in September 1912. The present library in the Council buildings in Church Street was opened in 1970.
In 1848 St Peters Anglican Church was built in Queen Street, in the distinctive architectural style of the "Selwyn Churches". This first church was followed by St. Mary's Catholic Church built in Church Street in 1851, and those of several other denominations in later years.
In 18n the Town District of Onehunga was declared a borough under the Municipal Corporations Act of 1876.
1.3.4 lndustrlal and Commerclal Development
The strategic position of Onehunga on the Manukau Harbour, and an abundant supply of high quality fresh water, were two factors which attracted industry to Onehunga. The excellent water supply wait particularly well suited to food manufacturers, and in 1854 Bycroft's biscuit factory became the first industry to establish in permanent buildings.
Until 1847 the commercial centre was focussed on the waterfront, the first business area being between the foot of Normans Hill Road and Captain Street (now Neilson Street). By the 1860's, however, the commercial centre had shifted fo Princes Street. A number of fires in the centre caused extensive damage resulting in considerable rebuilding, which changed the facade and character of the street.
The Port
The Manukau Harbour has always played a vital role in the growth and development of Onehunga. For centuries the harbour was a valued fishing ground for Maori people inhabiting the area. The harbour also provided access for trade, in preference to a full day's journey over bad roads to Auckland City. After the Maori wars Onehunga became a major trading port for timber, although coastal shipping declined as increased development of road and rail transport links took place.
Substantial improvements were made to the port facilities including a new wharf and cargo sheds, and improved access and loading, which contributed to a trade boom in the 1950's and 1sso·A Containerisation of port operations in 1982 was largely responsible for a 60% growth in trade levei'P" between then and today. Although there has been a significant expansion of cement trade in the last 5 years, sharp fluctuations in trade through the port have been evident in recent times. In the long tenn, slow growth in port tonnages is forecast. Some potential exists for growth in overseas exports, which may offset a recent decline in coastal shipping services.
TABLE 1 : TRADE TONNAGE - PORT OF ONEHUNGA
MANIFEST TONNAGE
1975 248,100 1976 223,500 19TT 238,700 1978 217,000 1979 231,500 . 1980 235,700 1981 240,700 1982 278,800 1983 325,000 1984 372,600 1985 372,900 1986 392,000 6 months to March 1987 205,613 • September years - Onehunga District Scheme, page 3 ,e1.4 POPULATION
A study of the population characteristics (demography) of an area provides an information base which can have considerable planning significance in determining the needs of the community. Most population statistics are inter-related and, together, present a comprehensive picture of the dynamics of a community.
An analysis of Onehunga's population reveals a number of signific.~nt trends. These are outlined together with their planning implications.
1.4.1 Population and Households
The Table below shows the long-term changes in Onehunga's population since 1945. Although the table shows some fluctuation, there has been an overall decline in population since the peak in 1951 and there was a further decrease in population during the census period 1976 to 1981. The only area to have shown a population increase over the decade 1966 to 1976, was Onehunga North. However, the 1986 census results indicate a significant increase in population numbers since 1981. This reflects the substantial amount of infill housing which has been constructed in recent years.
TABLE 1 : POPULATION GROWTH IN ONEHUNGA BOROUGH 1945-1986
Total Intercensal Year Population Change Per Cent
1945 13,872 1951 16,985 · + 3,113 + 22.44 1956 16,702 - 283 - 1.67 1961 16,313 - 389 - 2:33 1966. 16,238 75 - 0.46 1971 15,693 - 545 - 3.36 1976 16,655"' · + 962 + 6.10 1981 15,384 - 1,271 - 7.63 1986 16,097 + 713 + 4.60
Despite the reduction in population up to 1981, there was a net increase in the number of households from 6217 in 1976, to 6225 in 1981. The decrease in population and increase in number of households resulted in a net reduction in the average number of persons per household viz. 2.47 persons per household in 1981 compared with 2.67 persons per household in 1976. Although there - has been an increase in population in the intercensal period 1981-86 and an increase in the number of households to 6457, the trend towards smaller households was sustained. At the 1986 census, Onehunga households averaged 2.49 persons, which is a typical trend In a maturing neigh- bourhood. By contrast, however, newly developing area in West and South Auckland have high numbers of persons per household as in Manukau City, where there were an average 3.6 persons per household at the 1986 Census.
A continuation of this trend towards smaller households has planning significance in making provision for appropriate housing and community facilities in the Borough.
- Onehunga District Scheme, page 4 TABLE 2 : POPULATION DISTRIBUTION WITHIN ONEHUNGA (Census area units)
Locality 1966 I 1971 1976 1981 1986 - Onehunga North 4,996 5,127 5,780 5,421 5,534 Onehunga South 5,514 5,474 5,500 5,079 5,284 Oranga 3,037 2,615 2,725 2,622 2,853 Te Papapa 2,691 2,4TT 2,650 2,262 2,426
TOTAL 16,238 15,693 16,655 15,384 16,097
1.4.2 Age Structure
The comparison in age structure between Onehunga Borough and Auckland urban area shows a number of marked differences. The age structure below shows a comparison of the component age groups in Onehunga compared with the Auckland Urban Area.
TABLE 3: COMPARISON AGE STRUCTURE ONEHUNGABOROUGH-AUCKLAND AND URBAN AREA 1976-1986 A ------· Age Onehunga Auckland Onehunga Auckland Onehunga Auckland Group 1976 o/o Urban 1981 o/o Urban 1986 % 0 Urban Area% Area% Area%
0-4 1399 8.4 ( 9.0) 1071· 7.1 ( 7.7) 1245 7.8 ( 7.3) 5-19 3237 19.4 (29.0) 2895 18.9 (27.5) 2817 17.7 (25.2) 20-39 4910 29.4 (29.6) 4638 30.3 (30.5) 5448 34.1 (32.4) 40-64 4674 28.1 (23.4) 3999 26.1 (24.1) 3726 23.3 (24.4) 65+ 2435 14.7 ( 9.0) 2694 17.6 (10.2) 2724 17.1 (10.7)
TOTALS: 16655100% 100% 15297100% 100% 15960 100% 100%
• provisional result
The most marked differences appear in the 5 to 19 and over 65 age groups.
The 5 to 19 age group is about 9 to 10 percentage points less of the total population in Onehunga than in the Auckland Urban Area, but this age group has been reducing at a similar rate in both areas since 1976. -
The over 65 age group comprises 6 to 7 percentage points more of the total population in Onehunga than in the Auckland Urban Area, and this group is increasing at a higher rate than in the Auckland Urban Area.
The greater ageing tendency in Onehunga has a number of planning implications. The 5 to 19 age group are those of school age and school rolls are dropping in Onehunga. If this trend can be shown to have long term implications then planning policies will need to account for the trend through the provision of more facilities geared to older age groups versus children.
1.4.3 Household Types
The ageing tendency of the Onehunga community is reflected in the types of household shown in Table 4 below. Of particular note is the low proportion of one-family households. This may be attributed in part to a lower percentage of married couples having homes in the Borough than in the Auckland Urban Area as a whole. The 1981 Census figures indicate that family units in various categories totalled 60% of all households in Onehunga. By contrast the Auckland urban average was rruch higher at almost 75%. The balance of the household composition in the Borough is thus comprised of a correspondingly large number of non-family and one person households: 40% in- Onehunga versus 25% for Auckland. . .
Onehunga District Scheme, page 5 There is a clear correlation between the large number of people living alone and the Increasing percentage of people in the over 65 age group. Almost one third of permanent dwellings in Onehunga were occupied by only one person, whereas the average for the Auckland Urban Area was less than 20%. It is also probable that a large proportion of single adults comprise the majority of the non-family households in the population.
The social and planning implications of these demographic trends have been recognised and are .reflected in the relevant policies of the Scheme. Provision has been made for a full range of housing types to best suit the needs of the Borough's population: In particular, the housing requirements of the high proportion of population Dving alone have been recognised by provision being made In all residential zones for minor household units and by both public and private pensioner housing schemes being promoted. in the Borough. In addition poDcies are directed to the need for more emphasis on social facilities catering for people in this category.
TABLE 4: HOUSEHOLDS IN PERMANENT PRIVATE DWELLINGS - BY HOUSEHOLD TYPE
Household Onehunga Borough Auckland Urban Area Type 1976 % 1981 % 1976 % 1981 %
One family only 3,457 55.6 3,135 50.4 151,391 67.0 160,910 64.5 One family with others 544 8.8 507 8.1 18,726 8.3 20,360 8.2 Two families 90 1.5 69 1.1 3,276 1.5 3,320 1.3 Two families with others 45 0.7 21 0.4 1,041 0.5 1,030 0.4 Other multi-person households 9 0.1 9 0.2 194 0.1 220 0.1 Non-family 542 8.7 504 9.5 14,662 6.5 16,280 6.5 One Person 1,530 24.6 1,887 30.3 35;345 16.1 47,470 19.0
TOTALS 6,217 100% 6,225 100% 225,725 100% 249,590 100%
Note: 1986 Census figures not available
1.4.4 Ethnic Groups
Onehunga is a multi-cultural community. Table 5 below illustrates the Borough's ethnic composition and compares this to the Auckland area. The table indicates that the European and Maori populations have declined in Onehunga, while there has been an increase in both the number and percentage of Pacific Island Polynesians.
- TABLE 5: ETHNIC GROUPS
Ethnic Onehunga Borough Auckland Urban Area Group 1976 % 1981 % 1986* % 1976% 1981% 1986%
Europeans 12,666 76.0 11,397 74.4 10,578 66.3 82.3 81.1 75.0 NZ Maoris 1,630 9.7 1,437 9.4 1,479 9.3 8.1 8.4 7.9 Pac.ls.Polynesian 1,474 8.9 1,758 11.4 2,031 12.7 5.2 7.6 7.2 Chinese 164 1.0 213 1.4 NIA.. NIA 0.6 0.8 NIA Indians 159 1.0 171 1.0 NIA .. NIA . 0.5 0.5 NIA Others 562 3.4 132 1.0 1,764 11.0 3.3 0.5 8.6 Not specified 207 1.4 108 0.7 1.3
TOTALS 16,655 100% 15,315 100% 15,960 100% 100% 100%100%
• Provisional result ,_ •• The 1986 Census no longer separately identifies Chinese and Indian ethnic groups.
Onehungs District Scheme, page 6 1.4.5 Employm-
The industrial and commercial areas in Onehunga are major employment centres attracting a large work force from outside Onehunga, as well as within the Borough boundaries. Table 6 below shows the significant increase in employment opportunities in the Borough over the period 1976 to 1981, C0"1)3J'ed to the Auckland Urban Area where there has been Uttle increase. The dominance of marlJf acturing industries in Onehunga is apparent from the statistics which reveal that 52% of the jobs are in manufacturing compared with only 31.5% in the Auckland Urban Area.
Job opporturities in:·most sectors have doubled in Onehunga over the last two Census periods, but of particular note are the Increased number of jobs in the manufacturing sector, wholesale, retail, restaurant and hotels sector, and the community, social and personal services sector. Over this same period the nurmerof jobs per resident worker has increased; from 1.3 jobs per resident worker in 1976 to 1.65 jobs per resident worker in 1981. Comparative figures for the 1981-86 period are not yet available. ·
TABLE 6: GROWTH IN INDUSTRY - JOBS BY INDUSTRY lYPE (male and female)
Onehunga Borough Auckland Urban Area 1976 1981 % 1976 % 1981 Agriculture, Hunting, - Forest, Fish 79 90 0.8 4,240 1.3 5,010 1.5 Mining and Quarrying 4 3 0.0 476 0.2 270 0.1 Manufacturing 5,153 5,850 52.3 99,904 31.5 105,680 31.5 Eleclricity, Gas & Water 16 18 0.2 2,531 0.8 2,640 0.8 717 6.4 19,700 5.9 Construction 886 ,? 26,488 8.4 Wholesale, Retail, Restaurant, Hotels 1,821 1,995 17.8 55,369 17.5 55,380 16.5 Transport, Communciation and Storage 581 585 5.3 28,391 8.9 28,850 8.6 Finance, Insurance, Real Estate and Business 347 600 5.4 24,258 7.7 28,430 8.5 Community, Social and Personal Service n4 1,149 10.2 63,489 20.0 73,340 21.9 Undefin~ 153 183 1.6 12,362 3.7 16,060 4.7 TOTALS 9,814 11,190 100% 317,508 100% 335,360 100% - 1.5 THE DISTRICT SCHEME
1.5.1 The General Purpose of the District Scheme
This District Scheme comprises the Third Review to the town plan for the Borough of Onehunga. The Town and Country Planning Act 19n and amendments provide the statutory basis for Town and Country Planning in New Zealand. The Act requires every territorial local authority to prepare and maintain an operative planning scheme for its district. Section 4 of the Act gives as the general purpose of district planning, the following:
"The wise use and management of the resources, and the direction and control of the development of a ... district ... in such a way as will most effectively promote and safeguard the health, safety, convenience, and the economic, cultural, social and general welfare of the people and the amenities of every part of the ... district .. .- - Onehunga District Scheme, page 7 -·1.5.2 Borough Objectives From the general purpose of the District Scheme have been developed Borough Objectives to guide the future development of Onehunga:
1. To provide for the development of Onehunga within the framework of the Auckland Region. 2. To enhance the Image of Onehunga by the introduction of amenity and environmental standards In the District Scheme and by the upgrading and enhancement of the Borough's community, social and recreation facilities. 3. To protect and enhance the residential areas of the Borough and to provide recreation, social and cultural facilities required for a balanced residential area. 4. To regulate the distribution of land uses _and reduce land use conflicts by zoning, environ- mental and building controls. 5. To protect and improve the environment within which people live and work and to minimise any conflict between uses. 6. To develop and enhance the industrial and commercial areas of Onehunga. 7. To promote the commercial vitality of the Onehunga Town Centre as the principal commercial and cultural centre for the people of Onehunga and surrounding districts. 8. To increase employment opportunities in both the commercial and industrial sectors and improve the working environment in the Borough. 9. To establish and maintain a safe and efficient roading system and to remo'-':e where possible conflict between through traffic and local vehicular and pedestrian traffic. 1O. To actively encourage and promote the best use of the cultural and social facilities within the Borough.
1.5.3 General Requirements for all Developments
.The following are ordinance requirements which must apply to all land use activities which are proposed or to existing ones which are substantially modified. The intentions shall be complied with whether or not specific requirements are given elsewhere in the Ordinances or in Council Bylaws. Where it is not possible or practicable to meet these requirements, the Council may waiver any requirement in terms of Ordinance 1.14.2.2C provided that:
a) The general intentions and objectives of the District Scheme are complied with, and
b) There would be little town planning significance to the amenities of the immediate neigh- bourhood. -1.5.3.1 Health Nothing on the site shall present a potential health hazard to occupiers, visitors, or the public.
1.5.3.2 Safety
Every yard shall have safe egress to an open public place and every part of a site shall be within reach for vehicles of emergency services. Vehicular access to or from or within the site shall not present a hazard to occupiers, pedestrians or any property.
1.5.3.3. Appearance
The overall site development shall present a pleasing appearance to both occupiers and the general public being coherent and harmonious without undue repetition within the site and within the neighbourhood.
Onehunga District Scheme, page B 1.5.3.4 Pubic Servicing
SufflCiert provision shall be made on the site for water and sewerage, and sufficient capacity must be available in public mains. Power and telephone reticulation Is to be underground. Storage of refuse for collection shall be tidy and inoffensive, in some cases special arrangements may have to be made for collection of refuse other than at the street frontage. Where appropriate a safe place shal be provided and adequate provision made for the display of street nuni:>ering and the usual daily delivery of nik and mail.
1.5.3.5
Ade(JJate sealed vehicular and pedestrian access shall be provided for every development. The access from the kerb to site boundary shall be formed with permanent materials.
1.5.3.6 Stonnwater Disposal
The sealing and coverage of a large proportion of the land area could create soakage problems. The Engineer is to be satisfied that adequate provision has been made for disposal and that run-off <49 soakage will not be detrimental to other properties.
1.5.3.7 ligtting
For protection and safety, the Council may require illumination of certain parts of a site.
1.5.3.8 The Location of Buildings on a Site
Buildings may be erected anywhere on a site provided that they CO"l)ly with the bulk and location requirements of the Code of Ordinances and provided that:
1) The Borough Engineer is satisfied that the land is safe for building. 2) The location will be to the best advantage of the occupier and/or neighbourhood. 3) The location is consistent with similar rights being given to neighbouring properties and reasonable rights to sunlight and daylight are not prejudiced. 4) Further permitted development or possible subdivision of the site is not prejudiced. . 5) Vehicular access and access for emergency services such as fire-fighting is available, adequate to the size of the development. 6) Sufficient room is left between the building and the road to provide for opening of windo4 doors etc., together with the possibility of visual privacy by planting. 7) On roads where there are or where there is a possibility of large traffic volume sufficient room is left between the front of the building and the road to make provision for insulation from the road and also for flexibility in the case of road widening. Where it is unreasonable to provide otherwise, Council may permit accessory buildings in this area provided the Council is not liable for any compensation regarding the removal of the accessory building in the event of the road being widened. 8) No part of the building, by blocking visibility, is likely to cause a hazard arising from movement of vehicles.
1.6 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
The Council has an Important role in providing for the social and cultural development of the Borough. This is especially important in Onehunga having regard to the multi-cultural nature of the population, the high proportion of the population over 65 years and the relatively large nuni:>er of people livi1g alone. ·
Local councals play a major role in the provision of social and cultural facilities, but it is recogni~ that the Borough's residents use other social and cultural facilities outside the district Such facilities incklde the Marae at Mangere, the Auckland Museum, and One Tree Hill Domain.
Onehunga District Scheme, page 9 The Borough is well endowed with halls and similar facilities for pre-:school activities, social gatherings etc. Many of these are managed by churches, schools and sports organisations. -· Council-owned facilities include the William Jordan Centre (providing for active reaeation), Jelllcoe Park, which includes a major swimming pool complex, and the pubiic library situated In the Council building. In addition, numerous other cultural and recreational facilities are located on Council- o.wned land.
In providing for community development it is iff1)0rtant that the range of facilities provided be sufficient to caterforthe needs of the Borough's residents. The changing character of the Borough's population may require adjustments to be made to the facilities, to better recognise these needs.
Objectives
1. To enhance the cultural and social environment for people of all ages and from all ethnic groups within the Borough. 2. To promote community development and foster a sense of community identity in Onehunga.
Policies
1. To make provision for the varying social and cultural needs of all age groups and ethnic groups within the community. 2. To encourage the full use of community facilities throughout the Borough and to investigate the need for new facilities.
1.6.1 The Elderly
Onehunga's progressively ageing population comprised 17.6% of the total at the 1981 Census, which is significantly higher than the Auckland regional average of 10.1 %. The Council recognises, therefore, that there are a number of planning implications in providing for the needs of a large elderty sector of the community with particular regard to housing and social support services. It is recognised that many elderly people wish to continue living independently in their own homes and that they should retain the maximum degree of free choice of housing types, best suited to their individual needs. The implication is that smaller dwelling units which are easier to manage and maintain will facilitate this objective. The Council therefore considers it irl1)0rtant that the Scheme provide for a full range of housing types. Provision will be made in the residential zones for minor household units to enable elderly people to retain a balance between independence and assistance from their families if necessary.
Objective
1. To facilitate and promote the provision of a variety of accommodation forms for the elderly.
Policies
1. That Council promote the development of private pensioner housing schemes in the Borough. 2. To permit the erection of minor household units.
1.6.2 The Dlsablecl
District Schemes have a role to play in providing for all groups within the district. Special provision is made for the disabled in this scheme byway of a number of requirements to assist disabled people to participate fully in the community. These provisions are also In recognition of the Disabled Persons Community Welfare Ad 1975.
Onehunga District Scheme, page 10 Access ID lluildngs and around the Borough can be restricted by poor design features Including_ steps or ohrphysical obstructions. This not only affects the disabled but also persons with young children. the elderly and Infirm. Care therefore needs to be taken In the design of public facilities to ensure ease of access. Objectives
1. To ensure that adequate provision for access by the disabled and other groups Is provided, so ttlalthe public are not unduly hindered in gaining access Into and around the Borough, its publicfa:ilities and buildings. 2. To encourage the provision of disabled person housing within the Borough.
PoHcies
1. Thal wherever possible, improved access for the disabled be provided to Council buildings and facilies, Including reserves. 2. That buiting permits for buildings which are listed in Section 25 of the Disabled Persons Comnu1ity Welfare Act 1975 be assessed to ensure ease of access for disabled persons. 3. That pa,king spaces facilitating easy access by the disabled be provided for public buildings A 4. Thattheconstruction of road kerbs, footpaths and walkways be designed so as to permit safe W and easy passage for disabled persons wherever possible. 5. Disabled person housing will be permitted within residential zones.
1.6.3 CUttural and llnortty Groups
Onehunga's irf1)ortance as a multi-cultural com111Jnity is reflected in the 1986 Census statistics. Although Europeans comprise 66.3% of the population, the proportions of Maoris (9.3%) and Pacific Island Polynesians (12.7%), are significant. In addition, Onehunga Town Centre serves the area of Mangere with ils large Maori and other Polynesian communites.
In detenniningthe nature of planning policies to cater for the needs of the Borough's ethnic groups, Council has had regard to the facilities available not only in Onehunga, but in surrounding districts. These incude: Marae in One Tree Hill and Mangere, and the Tramways Trust multi-cultural work centre. However, provision is made in the Gloucester Park management plan for a future multi- cultural faa"ly to serve the needs of the Borough's population.
This Scheme has been formulated and will be administered to assist the establishment of meeting places and facilities for all religious and cultural groups. e Objective
1. To provide for and develop the 111Jlti-cultural characteristics of the Borough and the varied interests of Maori people and other minority groups.
Policy
1. The Council will liaise with Maori people and other rultural and minority groups in the Borough and encourage the establishment of cultural facilities relating to such groups, having regard to their potential for 111Jltl-cultural use and the range offacilities already existing in the Borough and surrounding districts.
1.6.4 Chlld care Facllttles
Wrth the trend towards both parents working in paid employment, the need to provide adequate- facilities for c:hldren is Increasing. Onehunga's convnercial and Industrial areas are significant employmert cenlres. With the growth of employment within Onehunga has come a need to make greaterprovisionfwchild care facilities. The District Scheme makes provision for child care facilitiee within most zones. .
Onehunga District Scheme, page 11 Objective -· 1. To encourage the establishmert of adequate day-care and pre-school facilities In the Borough.
Policies
1. To provide for child care centres as permitted uses In residential, Industrial and commercial zones. 2. To control the location, design and siting of pre-school facilities to encourage good design and preservation of surrounding amenities.
1.6.5 Youth Facllltles
The Borough's present population contains a lower proportion of persons in the 14-19 age group than the Auckland urban area as a whole. However, Onehunga is not only an important employment area, but also has a number of schools. Council has therefore recognised the needs of this age group in the provision off acilities. A number of the Borough's facilities are targetted towards younger age groups, and Council will continually monitor the provision of its sporting, recreation and other facilities to determine whether the needs of this group are adequately met.
Objective
1. To make provision for and promote facilities suitable for youth groups.
Policies
1. To monitor the Council's recreation, sporting and other facilities to determine their appropri- ateness for young persons.
1.7 ENVIRONMENT AND AMENITIES
1.7.1 Introduction
The Council recognises within its role both as the Planning Authority for the District and an environmental enforcement agency, its responsibility to identify existing and potential sources of pollution arising out of land use activities and the activities of people within its district. This section identifies some of the environmental and amenity related issues that do create pollution effects and over which the District Planning Scheme has some control. However it must be recognised that the - total jurisdiction for control over matters of environmental and amenity concern are spread between many public organisations and environmental laws. Outside of the planning controls which are generally applied to the land or land use activities on development or change of use, there are often licensing procedures required such as building permits, dangerous goods licences, water rights, plumbing and drainage permits, trade waste licences, offensive trade licences, clean air licences, and labour and Health Department regulations.
Enforcement of these measures are carried out by officers of the Local Authorities and Crown Authorities.
The funding for this work Is shared between the public and private sectors by way of licence fees, rates and taxes.
The Council with Its large Industrial and commercial sectors, local water supply and proximity to the Manukau Harbour, Is committed to the control and prevention of pollution which may further affect the natural envi~nment and people living and working In the district.
Onehunga District Scheme, page 12 Oneta.mga's mix al land uses Including substantial areas of industry, its location on the Manukau- Halbour and the pasence of major through roads all place pressures on the urban environment. In some cases uses may be potentially detrimental to the physical environment by pollution of the air, water or land. In alher cases residential amenity may be adversely affected.
The potential for envionrnental degradation had led to the further refinement In the scheme of the environmental standards lltroduced In the second reviewed District Scheme.
Objective
1. To provide for the maintenance of environmental standards appropriate to an urban environnn.
Policies
1. To ensure that the physical environmental standards are maintained and where necessary upgraded by the use of appropriate controls and performance standards for industrial developmerts. 2. That the acJJifer supplying Onehunga's water supply be protected through strict control ofA land use activities to reduce the risk of contamination. W 3. That the resifential areas of the Borough be protected from the loss of environmental amenity by the imposition of specific controls designs to:
- Prevert noise ooisance. - Separale incoll1)atible land uses - Screen industriaVcommercial land uses from residential areas. - Prevert where possible, heavy industrial or commercial ·traffic from passing through resonial areas. - Enhance ameniies through landscape planting and amenity control on subdivision and development.
1. 7 .2 Land Stablllty and FIii
Certain properties in the Borough have been filled in the past and represent areas with potentially poor foundation-bearing CJJalities, placing them at risk from subsidence and slipping. Where areas containing fill are known to the Council, they have been illustrated on Appendix 6 of this section. It should be noted that the Appendix is only a guide and is not an exhaustive list. Other properties in the Borough may be unstable for different reasons. In general, a foundation investigation report wn9 be required by the Counci before a permit is issued in rasped of land which has been filled, or is known or is thought to have stability problems from any other cause.
In adcfition, where land is p,oposed to be subdivided or where multi-unit developments on large plots are proposed, Council may require a foundation investigation report. The purpose of this report is to determine whether conditions should be placed on any consent relating to restriction on the intensity of development, earthworks or ground contour controls, changes to subdivisional layout or such other matters as may be necessary to avoid problems of land Instability or erosion.
Objective
1. To ensure as far as possible that land for development Is not placed at risk by subsidence or s~. erosion or flooding.
Policies
1. Council wall racJJlre a foundation investigation report prior to development on all subdivisions, and prior to development where the land has doubtful stability or is known to contain fill. 2. In the case of land of doubtful stability the Council will consider each application for a buildi~ permit on Its merits and with due regard to its rights and obligations under Sadlon 641 (a) _to
Onehunga District Scheme, page 13 e.. 641 (d) (inclusive) of the Local Government Act 1974. 3. Council will require subdividers and developers to ensure that the potential for erosion, subsidence and siltation is minimised.
1.7.2.1 Earthworks Control
Land development, be it for subdivisional, recontouring or building works can have substantial effects on the natural landscape features or amenities of the area.
Allied with the Council's concern as to the effect of silt pollution from such work, where any such work would affect a coastal yard area, lava caves and notable geological features, or where major earthworks associated with the recontouring, levelling, cutting, filling of a natural slope Is proposed, then the Council will require a planning application to be made in terms of Section 36 5A (a) to (d) of the Town and Country Planning Act.19n.
Objective
1. To seek to preserve or conserve important natural landscape features amenities where earthworks associated with subdivision or land development are proposed.
Policies
1. By introdudion into the Scheme, controls on earthworks activities to safeguard the distinctive landform and landscape features of the area.
2. To control the effects of earthworks to avoid or reduce dangers, damage or nuisance which may result as a consequence of the modification of the natural form, function and vegetation of the landscape.
1.7.1.2 Ordinance
Where earthworks are proposed within a required coastal yard, adjacent to a natural water course or affecting land which has a contour gradient greater than 1 :5, or land comprising a significant geological feature such as the Gloucester Park rim, then they shall require Council consent in terms of Section 36, 5A (a) to (d) of the Act in order to prevent danger, damage or nuisance to the environment and people of the Borough.
In considering an application made in these terms the Council will follow the procedure for dealing with it as set out in Ordinance 1.14.2.2, Controlled Development.
The specific criteria for considering an application shall be:
a) To ensure that such filling, recontouring or excavation works do not adversely compromise the visual impact of the landscape.
b) That the work will not create damage, danger or nuisance to adjacent or adjoining property.
c) That the quality of the existing vegetation be assessed for its appropriateness and retention where possible and that landscaping and contouring be addressed by the application In the reinstatement of the work. ·
1.7.3 Reclamatlon
Since Onehunga first became established as a port there have been reclamations of the harbour to provide level areas for port expansion. Later, major reclamations took place as a result of sanitary land fills to the east of the port. These have resulted In large areas of land being added to the Borough. Limited reclamation and infilling is still occurring in the Pikes Point West area where the ARC land fill is nearing completion.
Onehunga District Scheme, page 14 The total area of raclained land In Onehunga and adjoining Boroughs has altered the characteristics - of the Mangere estuary. By removing the tidal rrudflats and mangroves and the subsequent · reduction of water volume in the estuary, the ability of the estuary to flush Itself clear of silt has been reduced. Tlis has led to problems of silt build-up at the port requiring periodic dredging. This problem is specifically recognised in the Manukau Harbour Plan. An area to the east of the port is authorised for future reclamation. Council considers that, owing to the extent of reclamation already carried out, a1y further reclamation should be restricted to the minimum which Is required and that a C0"1)8ffing public need be demonstrated before any reclamation Is carried out.
Objective
1. To preserve the harbour margins of the Borough from further adverse effects of urban developmeri.
PoHcies
1. To oppose the reclamation of further areas of the harbour unless it can be shown that the reclamation is necessary in the public interest and that the proposed use cannot be accommodated in any other manner not involving the reclamation of the harbour. - 2. To inaease public access to the shoreline through the development of walkways. 3. That urban development along the shoreline be subject to environmental standards to preserve the shoreline and the quality of water. This will be achieved by:
- Taking of esplanade reserves on subdivision or development when these can be shown to be in the pubfic interest. - Requiring development to be set back from the shoreline. - Environmental standards ensuring that uses and developments on land adjacent to the harbour or streams provide safe and efficient industrial waste disposal.
1.7.4 Environmental Standards
1.7.4.1 General
One method in this District Scheme for determining the suitability of a particular use in a zone is the likely effect of that use on the environment and the amenities of the surrounding area. To gauge the effect of a partiaJlar use, a series of environmental standards have been developed against which an application may be measured. Standards relating to Noise, Air Pollution, Glare, Water and Soil Pollution and Vibration have been developed. -
Objective
1. To pennit the widest range of uses within the Borough while maintaining the standard of environmental quality and not adversely affecting the amenity of the residential areas.
Policies
1. To ninimise the in1>act of activities on adjoining land uses through the application of environmental standards. 2. To encourage a standard of environmental quality which contributes to the physical and social weU-being of the population.
1.7.4.2 Air Polkltlon
The majority d convnercial and industrial areas are located relatively close to residential areas and it is lmportad that these areas are protected from the airborne effects of Industry. The Clean All Act 1972 and the industrial processes listed In the Second Schedule to that Act ae amended to 1 July 19n will form the basis of determining the pollution potential of a particular
Onehunga District Scheme, page 15 industrial activity. In addition the hours of work will be limited in the Restricted Use Area of the -- Industrial A zone. Objective
1. To maintain the ai,r quality in the Borough to the highest practical standard.
Policies
1. To require industries to adopt the best practicable means of collecting, containing and minimising air pollution. 2. To prohibit those industries which produce unacceptable levels of air pollution.
1.7.4.3 Noise
Noise, particularly mechanical noise, is recognised as causing the greatest level of annoyance to surrounding areas. Control of noise is often a matter of building design or adequate sound proofing of machinery.
Noise levels are measured from the boundary between sites. The effect of this ordinance will be to encourage uses having noise levels exceeding the standard, to locate away from the residential - areas. Should any use create excessive noise within an area, Council will consider taking action under Section 77 of the Act (Objectionable Elements) or under the provisions of other legislation controlling noise levels (eg: Noise Abatement Act).
Objective
1. To prevent disturbances to the community caused by noise.
Policies
1. To set maximum permitted noise levels in the Borough for certain uses in order to prevent . disturbance to people living and working in the community.
Measurement
i) The noise levels shall be measured and assessed in accordance with New Zealand Standard 6801 and New Zealand Standard 6802 or their successors. ii) Noise shall be measured with a sound level meter complying at least with the international standard IEC651 (1979) Sound Level Meter Type 2.
1.7.4.4 Glare
Illumination from floodlighting, welding, etc., is likely to occur in the industrial zones. In order to prevent a glare nuisance to adjacent residential areas a standard specifying levels of illumination has been applied in the Industrial zones. In addition, illumination is to be screened or directed in such a manner as to avoid annoyance to neighbouring sites.
Objective
1. To prevent nuisance from sources of glare.
Policy
1. To require buildings to be designed so that glare does not cause a nuisance to adjoining properties.
Onehunga District Scheme, page 16 1.7.4.5 Water and Sol~
Onelulga is siluatad on the upper reaches of the Ma11Jkau Harbour and the Borough relies on an a The need to prded and preserve water quality is a principal objective of the Water and Soil Conversation Id 1967 and one which is endorsed by Council. The need to preserve the quality of unders,ound waler is a vital responsibility of Council. Protection olwatereJJality is the responsibility of the Regional Water Board, Council and land users. Council has the responsi>ility of administering its water supply and stonnwater system. Careful control and frecpn maintenance of this system is required to minimise the concentration of polkrtants which nay colect in the stonnwater system. The Council supports the findings of the Waitangi Trb.mal in seeking improvements to the quality of water in the Manukau Harbour. Land users have a responsibility in terms of the wastes that enter the soil or drainage system fro. their activities. Wastes may enter the system from accidental spillage, washing down yards containing contaminated material or dumping. Subdivisional or development works may have substantial effect upon the landscape features and vegetation a>ver of the Borough. These types of works have been identjfied as having conse- quences for silt polJtion of natural waterways and the Manukau Harbour. In recognition of lhis problem arising from urban land development, all subdivision or development of sites over 1 hectare (10,000n,,) is required to obtain a permit approval in terms of Section 34 of the Soil Conservation and Rivers Control Act 1941, from the Auckland Regional Water Board. Also Council wm ilboduce a bylaw to control the generation of silt from land development on sites larger than 1000nP and up to that limit controlled by Regional Water Board permit. Any industry which may pollute the water or soil will be required to ensure that any potentially polluting materials are contained or discharged in an approved manner. Contaminated soil can pollute the aquifer and water courses over a long period of time through the gradual leaching of the soil. Control will be exercised by limiting the use of certain substances a4 requiring adequate safeguards. This is particularly important in some areas because of the underground a(JJifers. Objective 1. To assist in the preservation of high water quality in the Manukau Harbour and fresh water aqujfers. Policies 1. To ensure,bylhe enforcement of environmental standards, that potentially polluting materials do not conlaminate the soil, enter the drainage system, or pollute the fresh water aquifers. 2. By i1tnxlJction Into the Scheme and through by-law controls on land use and activities, to remce the potential for pollution of the Borough's underground water supplies. 3. Silt polution as a consequence of subdivisional or land development is to be subject of bylaw and Regional Water Board control, to reduce the water polluting effects upon natural water courses and the Manukau Harbour. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 17 Vibration A vibration standard has been included in the District Scheme to prevent the ocanrence of such nuisances and to give protection to Industries using sensitive Instruments. On the advice of the Auckland Industrial Development Division, the vibration standard has been based on ISO Standard 2631 -1974 "Vibration and Shock Limits for Occupants In Buildings•. In the case of blasting, the provisions of New Zealand Standard 4403: 1976 Code of Practice for the Storage, Handling and Use of Explosives have been Incorporated. 1.7.5 Hazards Plannlng Hazardous activities are those human activities which are capable of causing large-scale harm to comrrunities or substantial parts of the region through release of large concentrations of energy, toxic substances, or dangerous micro-organisms. · In a modem industrial society a number of activities can be classified as hazardous. Care needs to be taken to ensure that the potential for harm is minimised, while recognising that a number of these activities are necessary for the maintenance and well-being of our urbanised society. Control of hazardous activities is given to a number of central and local government agencies and administered under a wide range of legislation including: Public Works Act 1981, Water & Soil Conservation Act 1967, Clean Air Act 1973, Petroleum Act 1937, Mining Act 1971, Coal Mines Act 1979, Explosives Act 1957, Dangerous Goods Act 1974, Toxic Substances Act 1974, Pesticides Act 1974. At present no single authority has overall responsibility for the assessment and control of hazardous activities. The Borough's approach to hazardous activities has been to carry out a land use assessment to identify the principal hazardous activities within the Borough of Onehunga. This information is illustrated on Appendix 30 of the Industrial Section, and will be periodically updated. The information shown is for illustrative purposes only and is designed to increase public awareness of these facilities to further reduce the chance of accidents. The scheme controls on the use of hazardous substances in industrial zones are based on the identification of threshold quantities of the more commonly known and used substances. Where applications involving transportation of hazardous substances are being considered, Council will have regard to the proposed transport routes to be used. Objective 1. To minimise the potential for harm to the community from hazardous activities. Policies 1. Council will maintain a register of hazardous activities within the Borough. 2. Hazardous activities not considered suitable within Onehunga will be specifically excluded or placed under specific planning control. 3. Council will carryout periodic inspection of industrial areas to maintain a register of hazardous activities in the Borough and to ensure that the hazardous materials or· substances that are being held on site are stored and handled in a proper manner. 1.7.6 Harbour and Beaches The Onehunga harbour shoreline Is extensively committed to industrial and port uses and to the Onehunga expressway, with little of the original shoreline remaining. Council has, however, obtained ownership of portions of shoreline land and intends to supplement this where possible - through reserve contributions and esplanade reserves. ·-Onehunga District Scheme, page 18 Council polcy is to obtain a band of reserve running along the shoreline which will be developed as - a walkway and passive reserve. The walkway will link to the Onehunga Bay and Gloucester Park reserves and when cx>r11>leted will form an attractive esplanade reserve. A plan of the proposed walkway is shown for illustrative purposes in Appendix 12 .. In adcfltion to the consent of the Council, consent of the Manukau Harbour Maritime Planning Authoriy may be required for any effluent discharge, or structure located below mean high water mark, and a shoreline license issued by the Auckland Harbour Board will be necessary if any structures are to be located below mean high water springs. Objective 1. To iq,rove the amenity and recreational value of the Manukau Harbour waterfront. Policies 1. To provide for a esplanade reserve by way of reserve contnbutions, esplanade reserves and land purchase. 2. To develop the esplanade reserve as a walkway and passive reserve. - 1.7.7 Visual Protection of Maungaklekle (One Tree HIii) The volcanic cones of Auckland are a valuable resource which need to be protected both physically and visually. The most significant view of One Tree Hill in Onehunga Is from Onehunga Mall, while another important view is from the Southern Motorway. Objective 1. To protect the views of Maungakiekie (One Tree Hill) which add to the character of the area and which give a feeling of identity to residents of the Borough. Policies 1. Appendix 9 of this Scheme contains a map Including lines of sight to i"1)0rtant views within which the height of buildings will be limited to achieve the above objective. 2. Council will Val'/ the requirements of the Code of Ordinances in these areas to preserve thee views of Maungakiekie. . Ordinances 1. 7. 7 .1 Effect of Provision On every site included within the areas shown on the planning maps, every construction, reconstrudion, alteration or addition to any building shall be subject to the following special height linitation. 1.7.7.2 Special HeigtC Limitation In addition to any other Dmitatlons on height contained within this Scheme, the total height of any building or stlUcture above natural ground level to which this control applies shall not exceed the dimension generally shown in respect of that site on the planning maps and more particularly on ARA n1aJ?S "The Visual Protection of Auckland's Volcanic Cones·, 1976. For the purposes of this clause, parapets, chimneys, ornamental towers, lift towers, advertising . signs and arr, other appendage or extension to the structure shall be included in the assessme. of total he911- · . . Onehunga District Scheme, page 19 Provided that, In view of the Important historic and symbolic links it has with the city, the obelisk sited -- on the summit of One Tree Hill shall be exempt from the restrictions contained within this clause. 1.7.7.3 General Provislo The Council may consider a dispensation or waiver of the special height limitation described In 1. 7. 7.2 where the topography of the site or nature of the building or structure Is such that the view of the volcanic cone will not be detrimentally affected. Granting of such a dispensation shall be subject to the consent of the Auckland Regional Council. 1.7.8 Landscaping and Open Spaces The general appearance and character of a district Is affected to a significant degree by the vegetation and open spaces within it. Council administers large areas of open space through its reserves, roads and public facilities. These offer considerable potential to further improve the appearance of the Borough through landscape planting. On private land the bulk and location controls in the District Scheme ensure that areas of open space are retained. These areas in many cases are attractively landscaped and contribute to the pleasant - appearance of residential areas. Within the industrial areas, however, concern has been expressed that there has been insufficient landscaping of industrial sites. Where landscaping has been provided, poor maintenance is a common problem. This review therefore places stricter requirements on landscaping for Industrial areas. Objective 1. To enhance through landscape planting and the provision of open spaces the amenity and recreational value of the Borough. Policies 1. To ensure every site has an adequate area of landscaped open space of a shape and in a location to fuHil the requirements of the site's proposed use. This will be achieved by bulk and location controls and specific conditions on planning consents. 2. Landscape planting will be carried out where practicable on areas of open space administered -\ by Council including reserves, the shoreline, street berms, carparks and around public facilities. 3. Specific protection through registration in the District Scheme will be given to trees within the Borough having significant public aesthetic value. 4. Specific provisions for landscaping in industrial zones have been Included to upgrade the appearance of the Boroughs Industrial areas. 1.7.9 Maintenance of Land and Bulldlngs Land or buildings which are poorty maintained, left in an unfinished state or allowed to fail Into a state of disrepair can detract significantly from the amenities of an area. When assessing whether or not such a detraction has taken place, the Council will have regard to the particular amenities of the Immediate area. Objective 1. To ensure that all land and buildings are maintained to a standard that will not significantly -· detract from the amenities of the neighbourhood. Onehunga District Scheme, page 20 Policies 1. To ensure that every property is property developed and adequately maintained. 2. The Council may require the owner or oocupier of any property to carry out specified wort< to achieve the above objective. Ordinances 1.7.9.1 No site except where the Scheme permits shall be used for the wrecking or dumping of motor vehicles. 1.7.9.2 No structure, sign, excavation or other wort< shall be left unfinished or shall be allowed to fall Into such a cordlion and no land shall be allowed to deteriorate to or remain in such a condition that it would, in the opinion of the Council, be visually inappropriate to the neighbourhood or would otherwise detract from the amenities of the neighbou~od. - - - Onehungs District Scheme, page 21 -1.8 PRESERVATION AND CONSERVATION 1.8.1 Preservation of Notable Buildings, Objects and Areas Onehunga has a long history of settlement by both Maori and Europeans. Little visible trace is left of earty Maori habitation but subsurface remains of scientific and cultural Interest may be encountered beneath the existing houses and Industrial areas of the borough. These subsurface sites are protected from modnication or destruction by the Historic Places Act 1980. The District Scheme identifies historically and architecturally significant areas, objects and buildings and accords them protection; the level of protection dependant upon their significance. 1.8.1.1 Objective 1. To identify and as far as practicable, preserve the buildings, objects and areas of special architectural, historic, community or archaeological significance. 1.8.1.2 Policies 1. Significant buildings, objects and areas of architectural, historic, community or archaeologi- cal interest are listed for protection and preservation in Appendix 5.1 of this Section. - 2. Buildings, objects and areas listed in Appendix 5.1 are classified into three categories according to their degree of importance and suitability for preservation. 3. Registered items are identified on the Planning Map and encouragement is given to public awareness of their location. 4. The owners of registered items are required to obtain the Council's consent to a controlled use prior to the alteration or destruction of those items. 5. In cases of hardship, financial compensation from the community may be sought for those items of most importance to the community. 6. A comprehensive record has been established of known items of interest in Onehunga and will be maintained by the Council for the purpose of public information. 7. The Council will have due regard to the desirability of protecting historic buildings, areas of historical and archeological interest and traditional sites of cultural worth to the Maori people. The identification of waahi tapu will be carried out in consultation with the tangata whenua and such sites will be identified in the district scheme in accordance with the following provisions. - 1.8.1.3 Categories of Protection CATEGORY 1: Comprises those buildings, objects and areas which are considered to be of greatest value to the community and worthy of maximum protection. Where the aims of the owners and the community conflict, then the question of public acquisition or partial financial compensation may arise. These questions will be resolved at the time and on the merits of the case. CATEGORY 2: Comprises those buildings, objects and areas which are of lesser importance than Category 1 Items but are still of such quality and character that they ought not be destroyed or altered unless there is a co~lling reason. Questions of public acquisition or partial financial compensation would be subject to the same examination as Category 1, but items in this group have generally been accorded lesser priority. CATEGORY 3: Comprises buildings, objects and places that are listed as a matter of public Interest. The main - purpose in listing them Is to acknowledge their significance to their period or the character of t~ Onehunga District Scheme, page 22 Borough, ID encourage by recognition and advice, their conservation and maintenance and t1' record their history and merit. It is considered that the buildings, objects or places in this category would merlfinancial compensation only in exceptional cases. Otherwise, they would be removed from the Register should the owner object and the Council be of the opinion that financial loss would otherwise be incurred. The item would be fully doalmented and/or recorded at the time when registration was removed. 1.8.1.4 Criteria for Registralion The items ilcluded In the Register have been detennined in accordance with the following criteria. These shal contime to be used as the basis for future registration. A. HISTORIC A building or place which is of historical significance because of strong associations with significant events, periods of history or notable people. B. ARCHITECTURAL a) A building or object which is a notable example of a particular style, design or period. b) An object or building which by virtue of its design, confonns to a past or present sense of beauty. c) A building, object or area which displays craftsmanship and technology of intrinsic interest. - C. COMMUNITY An object or building which makes a significant contribution to the identity and character of the neighbourhood. D. ARCHAEOLOGICAL An object or place of archaeological significance or an area of likely subsurface remains which are of scientific or ailtural importance. E. SCIENTIFIC An object or place of scientific significance. Ordinance 1.8.1.5 Registered Items : Development Controls - 1. INTERPRETATION For the purpose of this clause, "registered item· means any building, object or area listed in the Register of Appendix 5.1 of this Section. The provisions of this clause shall apply in addition to all other requirements relating to the building or use. 2. EXTENT OF REGISTER ExceptwhereothelWise stated in the Register, the extent to which any building or object is protected is rmited to the exterior surface of the building or object and the extent to which any area of land is protected, is the whole of the area. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 23 3. REGISTERED ITEMS TO BE PROTECTED -- No person shall, without the Council's written consent under this clause, wilfully destroy, remove, damage, alter, add to/or reconstruct any registered item. Painting and general maintenance to a registered item is permitted without Council's consent. 4. WORKS IN THE VICINITY PROHIBITED Subject to Parts 5 and 6 of this Ordinance, no person shall without the Council's written consent under this Clause, carry on, conduct or execute any activity, use, excavation, or other work in, on, under or in relation to or in the vicinity of any registered Item which endangers or Is likely to endanger, damage or destroy that Item or detract from the feature(s) for the protection of which It has been registered. 5. APPLICATION FOR WORK TO A REGISTERED ITEM OR TO CARRY OUT WORK IN THE VICINITY Where the Council's consent is required to a controlled use for the removal, alteration, repair, addition, reconstruction or restoration of a registered item, the Council will have regard to the following circumstances in determining whether the application should be made with notice, and whether or not to grant consent to the application. a) The category in which the registered item is included. b) The nature, form and extent of the proposed development, alteration or change and its effect on the feature or features for the protection of which the item was registered. c) The evidence and representations placed before the Council by the applicant and any person, or body, who has made any submission or objection. 6. POWERS OF THE COUNCIL The Council may grant any application under this Clause in terms of the provisions of the Second Schedule to the Act, and in doing so, may impose such conditions, restrictions and prohibitions as are necessary or desirable to retain or protect the significance of the registered item. Alternatively, the Council may disallow the application. Where Council has granted an application under this clause to alter, modify or destroy a subsurface archaeological site, this does not excuse the applicant from seeking an authority to modify the same site, from the New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the provisions of the Historic Places Act 1980. If it appears likely that the applicant will suffer undue hardship by virtue of the application being disallowed, the Council will adopt any of the following courses of action: a) Take steps with a view to acquiring any registered item and any land on which It Is situated. b) Enter into any other agreement which is mutually acceptable to the Council and the applicant and/or owner of the registered item, or c) Initiate a change to delete the item from the register. 7. ADDITION OF REGISTERED ITEMS The Council may, at any time, initiate changes to the Scheme for the purpose of adding Items to the Register. 8. DELETION OF REGISTERED ITEMS The owner of land upon which a registered Item Is situated, may at any time apply to the Council for the deletion of that Item from the register. The Council will then Initiate a change to the Scheme Onehunga District Scheme, page 24 to delete a. ilemflam the Register so that the issue may be publicly debated, but will be at liberty- ltsel to otJied to ttw proposed change. 9. RECORDS TO BE KEPT In adcitionlD Ill Register, which forms part of the Scheme, the Council will maintain records with fuR particulars of each registered Item. These records will be kept at the office of the Council and wm be available at all reasonable times for inspedlon by Interested persons. 1.8.2 PraservatlDn al Trl8I The Councl ramc,iiseS the vital role that trees play in determining the special character of the Borough. Many of the mature trees, especially the slower growing species are of particular value and can be regarded as comn1.1nity assets. In addition to the value of Individual or groups of trees specified in Apperdx 5.2, the Council recognises that wider areas such as the Residential A and Recreation zones have a special character created by the amenity value of large trees within these zone boundaries. 1.8.2.1 Objective 1. To preserve l'ees which have historical, botanical or landscape significance. - 1.8.2.2 PorlCies 1. Speclic trees or stands of trees to be preserved have been listed in Appendix 5.2. 2. Within the Residential A zone and the Recreation zones, all trees with a height of 8 metres ormore(wlh1he exception of fruit trees, privet, silver dollar gums and acmenas) are proteded and shal not be removed, except in an emergency situation, without the prior consent of the Council (The circumstances warranting the emergency removal of trees are set out in Clause 1.8.2.4 (2).) 3. Council recognises the importance of street trees in creating a pleasant environment in Onetulga. Accordingly, the Council will continue a street tree planting programme as finance and resources permit. In general, trees will be planted in preference to shrubs, particularty along arterial roads and in industrial areas, where large-scale trees have greater in1)8CI on the landscape and do not interfere with traffic sight lines. The removal of a street tree wil ooty be undertaken if there are co"1)elling reasons and the matter has received the ful consideration of the Council. 4. Subc1vision controls under Section 1.13 require the identification and preservation of treese wherever appropriate. · 1.8.2.3 Criteria for ScheclJling Trees The crieria used for scheduling any tree or stand of trees in Appendix 5.2 are as follows: 1. AESTHETIC SIGNIACANCE This category n:ules: - Any tree custanding In the district for Its large diameter, height or canopy spread. - Any tree which has outstanding value because of its screening or beautification function. - Any species of 1r8e which is rare, unusual or botanically significant. - Any tree lat has landmark value owing to its unique location. - Any tree which makes a significant contribution to the visual amenity of the immediate ne~ .. Onehunga Dlstllct Scheme, page 25 \ ·-- 2. HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE This category Includes any tree commemorating or associated with an historical event or a well. known public figure. 3. SCIENTIFIC SIGNIFICANCE This category includes trees representing a prime specimen or a particularly rare species In the Auckland region. in listing any tree t~e health, life expectancy and the suitability of the site and form of the tree to its location have been taken into consideration. Ordinances 1.8.2.4 Development Controls 1. INTERPRETATION For the purpose of this ordinance; "Scheduled Tree" means any tree listed in Appendix 5.2 (Register of Trees to be Protected), and "Protected Tree· means any tree over 8 metres in height within the Residentia, A and Recreation zones covered by clauses 2.3.5(16) and 5.11.5 of this Scheme. 2. SCHEDULED AND PROTECTED TREES TO BE PRESERVED No person shall fell, wiHully injure or destroy any protected/scheduled tree or any substantial part thereof, provided that this restriction shall not preclude: a) The trimming and pruning of any tree in accordance with accepted arboricultural practice, which is not likely to result in the death or destruction of the tree or cause irreparable damage to it. For example, pruning dead wood would be permissible in terms of this control, whereas the 'topping' of the tree would require Council consent. b) The felling or destruction of any tree by a statutory authority when this is required as an emergency work to maintain or restore power or communication links, or to safeguard life or - property. c) Any Order made under the Property Law Act 1952. d) On notification by the owner of land on which a scheduled or protected tree is located, the Council may allow at its discretion the Immediate removal of a protected or scheduled tree which is presenting an immediate danger to persons or property. 3. APPLICATION TO TOP, CUT BACK OR DESTROY A PROTECTED TREE WITHIN THE RESIDENTIAL A AND RECREATION ZONES The owner of land upon which a protected tree is located may at any time apply to the Council for consent to top, cut back or destroy the tree or parts thereof. Such an application.will be a no-fee application under the provisions of this Scheme. No application will be ·required to cut down the following tree types; fruit trees, privet, silver dollar gums or acmenas as these trees are generally ·- fast-growing and ocaJr commonly in the Borough. Onehunga District Scheme, page 26 In considering the merits of any application to top, cut back or destroy a protected tree the Council_ will have regard to: - The oqectlves and policies of the relevant zone. - The landscape significance of the tree. , - Any danger to the pubfic or adjacent properties owing to advanced disease or damage. - Any significant shading effect of the tree. - Any damage caused by the root system of the tree. - The quaftty of the species (le: Its value or iR1)0rtance In arboricultural terms). 4. APPLICATION TO TOP, CUT BACK OR DESTROY A SCHEDULED TREE INCLUDED ON THE REGISTI;R OF TREES TO BE PROTECTED IN APPENDIX 5.2 The owner of land upon which a scheduled tree is located may at anytime make a no-fee application to the Council for the deletion of that item from the Schedule in Appendix 5.2. The Council will then initiate a scheme change so that the issue may be publicly debated, but will be able itself to object to the proposed change. In considering the merits of any such change, the Council will take into account: - The criteria for listing including in the Schedule. - Any danger to the public or adjacent properties owing to advanced disease or damage. - - Any damage caused by the root system of the tree. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 27 SIGNS 1.9.1 Introduction Signs form an Integral part of the urban environment, providing a variety of public Information. However, when signs are not sensitively designed or placed on a site, they can detract from the visual amenities of an area, or create a traffic hazard. Consequently, the size, design and placing of signs Is controlled through the District Scheme to ensure that signs are visually compatible with the surrounding area. 1.9.2 Objectives and Policies Objective 1.. To ensure that signs are displayed in a manner that will not detrimentally affect the visual amenities of an area, nor create a traffic hazard. Policies 1. Signs shall not detract from the extemal appearance of a development, or be visually obtrusive. - 2. No signs shall be permitted that are likely to detract from the amenities of any residential or recreational land. 3. No sign shall detrimentally affect traffic safety or traffic control by obstructing drivers' vision, or causing confusion or distraction for drivers or creating a situation hazardous to the safe movement of traffic. 4. Signs shall generally be related only to the activities of the site on which they are situated. 5. Signs should be designed as an integral part of a building, and where possible, should be incorporated within the structure of a building. 6. Signs should be neat and uncluttered in their lettering and be easily legible from passing vehicles. 7. If more than one sign is displayed on a site, a planned arrangement should be used to avoid an effect of clutter. 8. Signs on properties with frontage to the Onehunga Pedestrian Mall must be so designed that they blend in with and do not detract from the total Mall design. 1.9.3 Ordinances 1.9.3.1 Relationship to By Laws - Without limiting the generality of any by-law, it is expressly declared that this Ordinance is supplementary to and not in substitution for the by-law relating to the control and licensing of signs and advertising. 1.9.3.2 Applications for Signs , All applications for consent to erect a sign shall be by way of a building permit and shall include full information ex>nceming the structure of the sign, its method of support and its C0"1)0sition and appearance. In the case of a sign painted on an existing wall of a building (which does not need a building permit) such a sign shall be assessed In terms of the following ordinances and/or the objectives and policies stated in 1.9.2. Where a sign meets the requirements of the following ordinances it shall be a predominant use In all zones. The Council may approve by ex>nsent to a non-notified application under Section 36(6) (d) of the Act any proposal to erect a sign or signs which do not comply with the provisions of the following ordinances. Such applications will be assessed having regard to the objectives and policies contained In part 1.9.2. ·-onehunga District Scheme, page 2B Whera an -w&carf 1'ishes to erect a. sign or signs which do not COrT1)ly with the. provisions of thelt followirJ.) oda.. then a dispensation or waiver application In terms of Section 36(6) (d) of the Act wl needlD a. aade. Such an application will be assessed having regard to the objectives and policies 0Dlllained 111.9.2 and Dispensation and Waiver Criteria set out In Ordinance 1.14.2.28. 1.9.3.3 Requiremam Rllaling to all Signs 1. Al sil,ls &llalbe directly related to the land use activity on the site on which they are located, exCllll for cilclional and temporary signs provided for In this ordinance. 2. In rasped of ,ny sign, the term •area· refers to the surface area of the sign which is used for theclsplayofnormatlon and excludes any structure used solely for support. Where a double faced sign is erected at right angles to the street, the area of sign permitted by these controls shal a. ttawhich Is visible at any one time. · 3. Signs attached to a building shall be affixed to the building In such a manner that no part of the 591 protrudes above the line of the eaves of the building to which it is attached. 4. No revolvilg signs will be permitted. 5. MOviVorflashing signs will only be permitted if it can be demonstrated that the position and the design of the sign will not have an adverse effect on traffic safety or on amenities. - 6. Free slancing signs shall not exceed 6m in height, and shall not be located closer than 0.5m from the kerb lne. Any free standing sign shall be so positioned on the site that it does not obslrucl any parking or manoeuvring area. 1.9.3.4 Signs Pemilled in al Zons 1. Directi>nal signs for vehicular and pedestrian traffic. 2. One sign, or aplanned arrangement of signs not exceeding a total area of 2n1 for any public purpose in c:onnedion with the following uses: 0 reaealion grounds ii) ctuches and buildings used for religious purposes ilO fflJSetlllS and educational institutions iv) private hospitals v) comrnmity halls vO travelers' accommodation vii) boaniilg houses 3. Teqx,rary signs as follows: O A sign advertising for sale, lease or letting the whole or part of the land or premises on which I is situated not exceeding 0.5mr in area in a residential zone, or 2mr In area in other zones. i) Asign not exceeding 2n1 in area, advertising forthcoming a.iltural, religious or sporting M11Uprovided that the sign shall be displayed for not more than 21 days before, and shal be removed within 3 days after the event. iiO A 191 not exceeding 2n1 in area for electioneering purposes provided that no such sign shill be displayed for more than 2 months. Iv) A 891 not exceeding 2n1 in area erected on a construction project for the purpose of iderdplg the project. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 29 4. One sign not exceeding 0.2ma for any purpose in connection with the occupation, trade, profession or business of an owner or occupier of premises, provided that where more than -· one owner or occupier operates from a site, then signs may be erected In a planned arrangement with an aggregate area of 0.5"'. 1.9.3.5 Signs Permitted in Commercial and Industrial Zones In addition to those signs permitted in all zones (Ordinance 1.9.3.4) the following signs may be permitted in Commercial and Industrial zones: One sign, or a planned arrangement of signs, either attached to the building or free standing, provided that no sign shall exceed 5ma in area, and the aggregate area of all signs on any site shall not exceed 10"'. 1.10 PUBLIC UTILITIES 1.10.1 General Onehunga is fully serviced by a sewerage system, water supply, electricity, telephone and refuse collection. - Public utilities are permitted by virtue of Section 64 of the Act in all zones under the Reviewed District Scheme. Section 64 of the Act states the circumstances under which it is possible for a local authority or public authority to determine the location of any public utility, without the approval of Council. In addition to the general objectives and intentions for public utilities contained elsewhere in the Scheme Statement, the following are the particular objectives and policies for the respective public utilities. 1.10.2 Power and Telephone Retlculatlon Objective 1. To encourage the underground distribution and reticulation of power and telephone lines. Policies 1. Subdividers on new subdivisions are required to provide underground retiaJlation of all electric power lines and telecommunications systems. Private reticulation can be undertaken by the subdivider subject to the standards of the local power supply authority. Underground installation of telecommunications systems is to be undertaken at the subdivicler's cost by an organisation organised to do the work under the Telecommunications Act 1987. 2. Where the redevelopment of a site takes place, all telephone and power services are to be underground to the street unless the authority responsible determines this Is not practicable. 3. Council will co-operate with the relevant authorities to carry out such consequential works as may be necessary to achieve the objectives above. 1.10.3 Waste Disposal Objective j 1. To ensure that adequate facilities exist for the disposal of trade and domestic wastes. Policies 1. To continue to ensure efficient waste disposal throughout the Borough. e. 2. To co-operate with the Auckland Regional Council in providing trade and domestic waste disposal facilities. The Auckland Regional Council, by order in Council, is the refuse disposal Onehunga District Scheme, page 30 auttaly far,. Auckland region and, as such, has the sole right to establish and operate- refusecisp,salfacilities throughout the region. The Onehunga Borough's responsibility is the c:oledion al nlfuse and its transportation to an ARC facility or such facility licensed and run bycansentoflle Auckland Regional Council. The Onehunga Borough Council does however raserve the~. at some future date to, if necessary, establish and operate refuse disposal facllias in accordance with the necessary licenses and requirements operating at the time. 3. To idaldy and protect the ARC trunk sewers against damage. 4. To PftllllDlenl encourage the recycling of waste materials. Today It Is recognised that much waste material can be re-used, or recycled as raw material for Industry. The Council supports the Auckland Regional Council's policy to promote resource recovery from refuse and the establishnltri of markets for recovered articles and materials. 5. Sewerage Disposal: "The ARC sewerage system is constructed to carry away the waterborne waste products from the COIMUliy. It will not function efficiently it if is misused. Since sewerage works are paid for by local body levy it is in the interests of residents, rate-payers and occupiers to know of and abide tr,1he regulations governing their use. Council will co-operate with the AucklancfA Regional Cculcil in the administration of its relevant Act and By-Laws. Particular note shouldW' be taken of ttw following: a) The Auckland Metropolitan Drainage Act (1960) which includes provisions relating to buiking or excavation work near sewers or other structures. Specifically, no building permit can be issued for any proposed work within 15 metres of a main sewer or other slrUChn (or 10 metres if no blasting is required and no special circumstances or UIIJSU8I conditions exist) without ARC consent. b) The Trade Waste By-Laws which include provisions requiring occupiers of trade waste premises to obtain ARC consent to discharge trade wastes into a public sewer. c) The Drainlaying and Sewerage By-Laws which include provisions prohibiting the lllrocu:tion of rain water, surf ace or subsoil drainage or roof water into the sewerage system (or if in a combined area, only with the ARC's consent). 1.10.4 Water Protection Area 1.10.4.1 Oe~ion al the Ama Present irmmation on the geology of Onehunga indicates the presence of two undergrou, a(JJifers (Appendix 4.1 ). An underground valley system generally to the east of One Tree Hill flows in a southerty cfarection through the Captain Springs Road area. This system is contaminated at present Anolhervaley system to the west of One Tree Hill is the probable source of supply for the existing wels. Alhough a large part of the collection area may be outside the district, most of the run-off from the residential areas will drain Into one or other of the valley systems. A small portion of the Borough In the Seacliffe Road-Frederick Street area and an area adjacent to the east boundary of the Borough is probably outside the catchment system. Most residenlial land use activities including gardening are not affected by the land use restrictions designed to protect the water supply and thus inclusior:i of the reside_ntial zones within the Water Protection area damed in Appendix 4.2 will not cause undue hardship. Al commercial zones are Included in the Area. Retailers and wholesalers should note the potential danger of storing age stocks of detergents, horticultural products, chemicals and petroleum procu:ts. Most of the iDJstrlal zones are downstream of the wells and therefore excluded from the Water Protection Area. A COfl1)8ratively small portion of the industrial area lies upstream of the watEA supply wels. I is essential that land use activities established within this area should not involvP' the use of rnalerialswhich could detrimentally effect the water supply. Onehunga District Scheme, page 31 1.10.4.2 Intention The Water Protection Area defines an in1)0rtant natural resource within the Borough. The Borough has obtained from this area water supplies for industrial, commercial and residential consumption. It is the policy of the Council to continue to draw water from this area. For this reason It is of paramount Importance and certainly in the public interest that this resource is protected both in quality and quantity. The Water Protection Area is not a zone but is a defined area within which certain land use activities are not permitted and particular standards mJst be observed in the storage, handling and disposal of potentially pollutant materials. It is not Intended that these provisions should conflict with existing legislation but that they should compliment such legislation .. The Council shall have regard to the reasonable requirements of any occupier within the area but at all times the public interest will be the paramount consideration. As a guide for both the Council and the occupier Appendix 4.3 has been included. While not forming part of the Code, it illustrates - the criteria against which land use activities can be tested. 1.10.4.3 Ordinance I Notwithstanding any other requirements of the District Scheme, no land use activity shall be permitted within the Water Protection Area if there is to be present on the site at any time sufficient quantities of any chemical or substance to constitute a risk. Risk in this context means a risk to the health of residents if by accidental spillage or otherwise the chemical or substance contaminated the underground water. Provided that: Council may permit such land use activities if it is satisfied that adequate safeguards are incorporated, used and maintained in a manner that will control any spillage. The following specific provisions shall apply: a) The Engineer shall be notified 30 days in advance if chemicals or substances which may affect the acceptability of water in a public supply are to be brought on to or generally used on a site. - b) Having regard to the quantity of each chemical on a site and its effect the Engineer or Council may impose conditions relating to storage, use, or quantity. c) No solid material shall be so stored that as a result of the action of water it could be carried either in solution or in suspension into the ground. d) Every liquid material shall be so stored that any leakage is obvious and is collected so as not to penetrate the ground. The Engineer may waive this requirement for service stations H he is satisfied that underground petrol storage is subject to satisfactory tests for leakage. - Onshunga District Schsms, .page 32 1.11 TRANSPORTATl>N AND ROADING 1.11.1 lntrocu:tlon The transportation system serving Onehunga includes several transport modes. Roads, railways, publictranspolt, wabays and cycleways form a network providing for the movement of people and goods. Onetl.lnga Borour,t is traversed along its southern boundary by the recently completed Onehunga- Mangere moto,way. The Borough has several arterial roads and a branch railway line serving the Port. Two dominanl infkJences on vehirular traffic in the Borough are the motorway route to Auckland Aiport, and the industriaVcommercial areas which attract workers from other parts of the city. These areas generate a considerable number of vehirular movements. Recent improvements to the roading network, particularly the construction of the motorway, have served to remove nu:h of the through traffic or else concentrate it on major traffic routes. Futur~ traffic management policies will be directed towards improving the accessibility of the Onehunga Town Centre to ils trading catchment and towards minimising the intrusion of through traffic into residential stleets. To this end, Council has commissioned a traffic planning study covering the entire Boro1q1. Results of this study are proposed to be incorporated into the District Scheme if appropriate by scheme change. General Ob;ectives 1. To provide for the safe and efficient movement of traffic through the Borough in a way which will minimise the conflict between through traffic and other road users. 2. To ensure that pedestrians (including disabled persons) and vehicles are provided with adequate and convenient access to their destinations throughout the Borough. 3. To encourage the provision of an effective public transport system by integrating public transport wlh land use. 4. To provide a safe, convenient and pleasant environment for pedestrians and cyclists and to provide for their separation from major traffic flows where this is appropriate and feasible. - 1.11.2 Road Function and Classlflcatlon Effective traffic management depends on the identification of a roading network and a hierarchy of roads which classlies streets in terms of their principal function. The two basic functions of roads are the movemerc of traffic and access to properties. The roading hierarchy which is shown on Appendix 11 consists of the primary and secondary network, as follows: 1.11.2.1 Primary Network Primary roads have as their principal function the eff"icient movement of vehicular traffic. In OnetlJnga Borouc,. these include: a) Motorwaywexpressways These are defined in the Public Works Act 1974 and the Motorways Regulations 1950. Motorway~ provide a ma;or spine for the network. They carry large through-traffic movements from one are'9 to another, and connect with arterial and principal streets. . · . Onehungs District Scheme, page 33 -· b) Arterial Roads These are major roads which connect the principal sectors of the Auckland metropolitan region, distribute traffic to and from the motorways and link important localities not served by the motorway network. Access to property and from side streets is secondary to the carrying of through traffic. c) Principal Roads These are local main roads which distri>ute traffic through and to a district. 1.11.2.2 Secondary Network The secondary network comprises roads which distribute traffic to and from the primary network, to its origin or destination within the Borough. a) Local Distributor Streets Local distributor streets collect and distribute traffic to and from the primary network. Some may also be local main streets or bus routes in conjunction with the major access streets. b) Major and Minor Access Streets The main function of these streets is to provide access to property. A "loop road· is a typical major access street which may have a minor through function, whereas a "cul-de-sac· is a minor access street with no through function. Objectives 1. To develop a roading and transportation system in consultation with the Urban Transport Authority and adjoining local authorities, and through the findings of Council's current traffic management study. 2. To implement traffic management policies based on an efficient roading hierarchy. 3. To investigate ways of improving the accessibility of the Onehunga Town Centre to its trading catchment, and in particular, from the Mangere-Onehunga motorway. 4. To identify residential neighbourhoods and provide for their protection from through traffic by ·e traffic management means. Policies 1. To adopt a roading hierarchy which relates to the land use activities in the Borough and to the efficient movement of through traffic. 2. To define streets which are designed to caterforthrough traffic in the primary roading network and to minimise through traffic on other streets within the Borough, particularly residential streets. · 3. Development controls in the district scheme are related to the function of the road and standards will be administered so as to minimise conflicts between activities on the road and adjoining sites. 4. The location and number of vehicle entrarices will be controlled so that the primary roading network can function efficiently. 5. If the planned function of a street is to be changed, the classification in the district scheme will be altered by way of a scheme change under Section 54 of the Ad. · Onehunga District Scheme, page 34 1.11.3 1.11.3.1 Bus T1aisport Bus services. which operate mainly on the arterial roads, are provided throughout the Borough by the Auddand Reglanal Council. A bus transfer station Is situated by the Borough offices In Upper ..Place. ·The rAulCil the need for an effective bus system, which reduces the traffic demand on the road network and provides mobility and independence to those people without access to cars, incui1g the e~. The land use policies of this Scheme are designed to facilitate the most efficia1 use of buses and to reduce the community's dependence upon low occupancy car bansporl The Cotn:ilwiD support changes to provide bus lanes, peak-period clearways on arterial roads, and convenient locations for bus stops and shelters. Where appropriate It will also assist in the distrbdion of lrlormation to ensure that the public is fully aware of the availability of bus services and wl laise wilh the Auckland Regional Councn to achieve an accessible and functional bus system. 1.11.3.2 RaDways The basi: objectives of rail, as advised by the Railways Corporation, are: - a) to meet the demands of the community b) to plan addili>nal services to accommodate forward planning requirements c) to promote the efficient operation of rail services by rationalisation of existing functions and facilities. Planning for efficieft goods movement throughout the Borough must recognise the attraction of facilites established outside the borough boundaries. The Southdown Freight Tenninal in neigti>ouring One Tree Hill Borough, Is of regional significance. The Terminal provides for road/rail goods transfer operations throughout the Greater Auckland area. This has resulted in the progressive closure to the general public of existing smaller goods yards, including Onehunga, with subsequert effects on transport and land use pattems within the Borough. A significant trend since the construction of the Southdown Terminal has been the establishment of container facilities in the vicinity: The districl scheme accordingly makes provision for container facilities and related uses such as bucking depots in the Industrial B zone. Of greater significance to Onehunga in terms of the severe disruption to the roading pattern a4 adverse effects on 1he amenities of residents, is the proposed Avondale-Southdown rail line. The rail corridor between Southdown and Avondale was first authorised by Section 5 of the Finance Act in 1946 and the Proclamation defining the centre-line was issued by gazette dated 1O July 1952, page 1175. A revised middle-line notice has subsequently been issued by gazette dated 17 January 1985, page 143. The n>ute for the ralway is designated In the district scheme and approximately 95% of the land Is now owned IP/ NZ Railways. In explanation of the present planning policies and timing of the line, the Railnys Corporation has convnented as follows: "ThBlinmglorconslnJction has always been dependent on the volume ofrail-hauled goods required to mtWe thtDugh the Auckland area, and this has been dependent primarily on the developments in Northland, particularly at Marsden Point. It has therefore always been difficult to predict precisely r,tJen the lne woukl be required. However, recent economic viability studies have shown that the fne d be wanted. and as a result the corporation has decided to build the line when it can be econanaly jJstlied, review the design and carry out sufficient survey work to enable final land boundaries to be dslenrined and to progressively dispose of surplus land and continue to acquire adtflianal land reqind. Onehunga DISlllt:t Scheme, page 35 The Corporation's intention Is to continue planning for the proposed line and it is therefore necessn,y -· for the district scheme to recognise the proposed rail corridor and its implications for the borougli ·s development.· The Council views the proposal as one which will have severe social and environmental conse- quences for Onehunga. Accordingly, Council does not support the construction of the proposed Avondale-Southdown line and will seek a full environmental impact assessment of the proposal should it proceed beyond the preliminary planning stages. Objective 1. To support and gain maximum benefit from an efficient public transport network. Policies 1. Council wiU liaise with public transport authorities to assist in the provision of an effective public transport service. 2. The zoning strategy adopted in the district scheme permits higher densities of residential development in areas having access to shops, community facilities and public transport services. - 3. Council opposes the construction of the proposed Avondale-Southdown railway line and will seek a full environmental impact assessment of the proposal should it proceed beyond preliminary planning stages. 1.11.4 Auckland lntematlonal Alrpon • Height Restrictions To safeguard the operation and development of the airport, provision is made for special height restridions in nearby areas. These are delineated in Appendix 8. Although these are unlikely to affect the normal range of building forms and structures in the Borough it is important that the district scheme include these height restrictions should there be proposals for unusual structures such as telecommunications masts or chimneys. Any proposed infringement of these controls requires the prior written consent of the Director of Civil Aviation, Ministry of Transport and is subject to any conditions (eg: those relating to marking and lighting) which he may require. 1.11.5 Pedestrian and Cycllst Movement There is a need to compensate for the low priority generally accorded in the past to cyclists and pedestrians. - The Council considers that the Borough has a number of features favouring better provision for recreational and commuter cycling. The area is well served with arterial roads giving dired access to workplaces and the centre of the city; it has extensive areas of attractive open spaces including the Pikes Point shoreline walkway/cycleway and considerable numbers of cyclists travelling to the schools in the Borough and neighbouring areas. The Council supports the introdudion of a co- ordinated cycling network throughout the Isthmus. The Auckland Regional Authority Is seen to be the logical body to provide the necessary co-ordination. The Borough Is included in the Coast-to-Coast walkway linking the Manukau and Waitemata Harbours, and the Council supports the development of more extensive pedestrian links between roads, shopping areas, schools, recreational spaces and other community uses. Opportunities will be taken to purchase land (or acquire it at the time of subdivision) for pedestrian links. Existing pedestrian accessways, together with a number of desirable pedestrian links have been shown on the plaMing maps. The latter are Intended to be Indicative only of the general vicinity in which pedestrian links would be particularly appropriate. The need to improve the pedestrian and cycling environment will also be reflected in traffic - management and street planting proposals, and in the upgrading of local shopping areas and roads. Onehunga District Scheme, page 36 The Council wl have particular regard to the needs of the disabled in it~ design proposals for - upgrading anS iJ1)ruving public amenities in the Borough. Objective 1. To p,ometorthe movement of pedestrians and cyclists with a maximJm level of safety and mininun level of conflict with other transport modes. Policies 1. To deveq> pedestrian and cycle paths linking parts of the Borough. 2. That particular attention be paid to pedestrian and cyclist safety especially at Intersections with roads and railway lines. 3. To a co-ordinated cycling network throughout the Isthmus. 4. To enmurage the provision of bicycle racks at shops, community and transport centres. 1.11.6 Trafflc Control and Access Uses, developmenls and buildings have the potential to cause conflid with traffic on roads. a Maintenance of lines and special controls on intersedions are necessary to ensure that W potential confl"IC1s are minimised, reduce accidents and to maintain or increase the capacity of the road netwolk. Comol of new development (including vehicle entrances) is necessary close to important intersections which are congested at times or likely to become so during the planning period. Ordinances · 1.11.6.1 Intersections a) Notwilhstandilg anything to the contrary in this Scheme, where any site requires vehicle access to any land falling within an intersection control area, being a comer site fronting arterialorpri~I roads (see Appendix 11 - Roading Hierarchy), the erection of any building, or change of use of that site which would in other circumstances be a predominant use, shall be considered as a controlled use in terms of Section 36(4)(c) of the Act. The purpose of the application shall be to enable the Council to review the intended use and design of the site development to ensure that it does not compromise the efficient functioning of the intersection and to iq>ose conditions relating to the following: 1. The availability, location and extent of vehicle access. 2. Restrictions on the intensity of use to keep traffic generation in the vicinity within the capacly limits of the intersection and adjacent street system. - 3. Amalgamation of titles contained in one ownership to limit existing vehicular rights and access where necessary. 4. Additional off-street parking, loading and servicing provisions to ensure maximum street capacity and best possible sight lines. b) On comer sites fronting arterial or principal roads shown in Appendix 11 - Roading Hierarchy, that part of the site Indicated In Appendix 3.1 - "Sight Lines at Intersections•, shall be kept clear of any obslrudlon which might block traffic sight lines. 1.11.6.2 Access In Respect d Comer Sites In order to prawn a traffic hazard, access to or outlet from a comer site Is required to be at least 9 metres from lhe mmer Intersection of the dedicated road boundary. 1.11.6.3 Road/raD Level Cl'OSUlgS Buildings of Gita SIIUclures erected on comer sites at road/rail level crossings shall be located tofl coff1JIY will ballic SV1l tines at road/rail level crossings as shown in Appendix 3.2. · Onehunga District Sdleme, page 37 --1.11.7 Bulldlng Lines for Road Widening Purposes Building line designations have been placed on a nurmer of streets to accommodate future street or intersection Improvements. The building lines are. listed In Appendix 7 of this section and are shown on the planning maps. A building line shall have the effect of prohibiting the erection of buildings or the formation of required carparking·or landscaping on the land falling within it. All yards shall be measured from the building line as if It were the street. Ordinance No building shall be erected and no required carparking, loading space, manoeuvring area or required landscaping shall be located on any part of a site which is subject to a building line for road widening purposes, shown on the planning map and listed in Appendix 7 of this section. 1.11.8 Service Lanes Service lanes are often necessary within commercial areas to allow adequate servicing and to prevent obstruction of the roadway. Th~y are especially important within the Royal Oak shopping centre and Onehunga Town Centre. Objective 1. To minimise conflict between service vehicles, other motor vehicles and pedestrians. Policies 1. To provide service lanes and to encourage the construction of loading docks for adequate vehicular servicing within the commercial premises of Onehunga. 2. To provide screening of serv~e lanes from adjoining properties. 3. In order to maintain unobstructed access at all times no storage will be permitted in service lanes. · 4. All truck and loading docks must contain adequate off-street manoeuvring space. 1.11.9 Publlc Works • Transportation and Roadlng Substantial roading improvements have been carried out in Onehunga since the last district scheme review. These have included construction of the new Mangere Bridge and Queenstown Road- Onehunga expressway, completion of the reconstruction of Neilson Street, and widening and reconstruction of Mt Smart Road, and the widening of Captain Springs Road and Selwyn Street. ( Onehunga District Scheme, page 38 1.12 PARKING, LOADING AND ACCESS 1.12.1 lntrocu:tlon -- Off-street parking is required for the vehicles of occuparu and visitors to a site. Off-street loading spaces are raqulredfor activities which are likely to Involve the short-tenn loading and unloading of people and goods. Objectiw 1. To ensunt adequate parking and loading facilities are provided for. PorlCies 1. That the r1umer of parking spaces be related to the number of occupiers and visitors who may be expected to bring a vehicle to the site. 2. That each required carparking space have uninterrupted access to the street except where the space is associated within a single residential property. " 3. That parking requirements may be reduced where a particular use serves a neighbourhood A function and patrons are likely to walk to it rather than drive. • 4. That carparking antas be screened from adjacent sites wherever possible, and in larger developments be landscaped. 5. That carparkilQ areas for uses to which a disabled person may be expected to require access be designed in accordance with New Zealand Standard for the Disabled. 6. That loading spaces generally be required for warehousing, commercial and industrial uses to assist with the transport of goods to and from buildings or storage areas on the site. 7. That provision be made for passenger loading near schools. 8. That where a property has access onto a service lane, service access to any development be r9CJJired to be from the service lane. 9. That stacked parking for service stations and motor vehicle servicing premises be pennitted. Ordinances 1.12.2 General Provisions 1.12.2.1 Application of Ordinance Where an area of land is used for a permitted use or where a building is constructed, substantially- reconstruded, altered or added to or where there is a change of use that is not an existing use in terms of Section 90 of the Act, provision shall be made for the off-street parking of vehicles used in conjunction with that site and for any loading, unloading or refuelling of vehicles which is likely to . arise from the use of the buildings and/or site. 1.12.2.2 Fonnation of Spaces Explanations: The whole of the parking and loading spaces, access drives and To enable the carparldng llffla fD be aisles lnculng all outside storage areas shall, before the com- easily acosssible and capable of uss ., al weathers. rnencemert of the use to which those areas relate, be formed, surfaced and mainlalned so as to be available for use In all weathers. All parking areas are to be clearly marked out and where To ensu,e that the carparlc has a a parking or manoeuvring area adjoins a street or landscaping area permanent BUlfat:s that is easy ID mainran and kspt in a tidy condition. a kerb or similar barrier not less than 150 mm In height shall be provided along those parts not used for vehicular access. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 39 1.12.2. Bulldlng Lines -·· No parking or loading space, manoeuvring area, or part thereof shall be located between the building line referred to in Appendix 7 of the District Scheme and the street boundary, without the consent of Council pursuant to a non-notified application. 1.12.2.4 Footpath Crossings Vehicular crossings over footpaths which provide access to any parking or loading spaces shall comply with the following conditions provided that an alternative arrangement may be approved by Council if the safety and flow of both vehicular and pedestrian traffic would not be adversely affected by any alteration to these provisions. Explanation: - Not more than 2 aossings on a site with a frontage less than To imit the number and wk/th of 60m with a maximum of 3 crossings for sites in excess of 60m. vehicular aossings fD maintai'I ape- · destrian footpath and fD preserve, - The maximum width of crossings shall be 9m and the total width pedestrian safety. of such crossings shall not exceed 50% of the frontage of front sites. - Minimum separation distance between crossings 2m. · Consent to a widened crossing may be granted subject to a controlled use application. 1.12.2.5 Availability of Motor Vehicle Facilities All parking and loading spaces, manoeuvring areas, access drives and aisles must be kept clear at all times for the use of motor vehicles and must not be used for the storage of goods, articles, materials or substances or for any other purpose. 1.12.2.6 Screening of Parking and Loading Areas Residential zones: Where three or more parking spaces are required to be provided, the area comprising the access driveway and parking spaces shall be screened from adjoining properties either by a close boarded fence or planting not less than 1.8m in height or such other provision as will ensure preservation of privacy to the adjoining site, as may be approved by Council pursuant to a non-notified application. All other zones: The above screening shall apply where a loading or parking area and its respective access drive adjoins or faces a residential zone. 1.12.2.7 Cash Contribution in lieu of Providing Parking Spaces Refer Section 295 of the Local Government Act 1974. 1.12.2.8 Assessment of Spaces a) Where the assessment of the number of required carparks results in a fractional space being involved, any fraction under 1/2 shall be disregarded and 1/2 or more shall be counted as one space. Explanation: b) No parking space shall be located within a loading bay. C) Where 2 or more permitted uses are likely to be To ensum that sufflCient carparking is available to meet the needs al al included on a site orwlthin a building, off-street parking shall uses on the aite . ·- . be assessed as the ~rn of the requirements for each use. · Onehunga District Scheme, page 40 d) Two or mm owners and occupiers of adjoining properties Explanations: may l1Bke pnt provision for off-street parking facilities To enabledualussofctitparks when folowing anent being granted by the Council to a two or more users occupy a sits at application. dfferflntllmeaprovidedthata~ comoled use lllleguards 1118 installed ID ens,n that lh• lituafion wil be permanent. 1.12.2.9 /ta»ss to arll Size al Parking Spaces a) Every pnJng space shall be provided with such access drives nl aisles as n necessary for Ingress and egress of motor veticlesfn>mandto the street andforthe manoeuvring of motor vehicles withil lhe site and shall have dimensions In accor- dance wlh the table set out In Appendix 2 of this section. b) Access to, orculet from a comer site having frontage_to either To minimiBB traffic hazards at intsr- anarterialorprincipalroadlsrequlredtobeaminimumdistance lBCtiona. of 9m from the comer of the street unless the Council approves the desv, and location of an access or outlet within that dislance pursumto a non-notified application. Consent will not be granted to the location of vehicular access ways or exits wihin the recJJinld distance where it is reasonable and practi- cable to con1)1y with the provisions of this ordinance. For the purposes of this provision, ·comer of the means the nersection of the road boundaries or, in the case of a comer - splay, the pon where an extension of the road boundaries, towards the comer, intersect. 1.12.2.10 Gradients To ensure that act:Bss drives 819 The gradients of an access drive or aisle to any required parking construcf8d at a gradent permitting the safe and convenient act:Bss to space shaR not exceed 1 in 6 in any part provided that the gradient vehicles to properties. or access drive serving a single household unit or ancillary unit shaD not exceed 1 in 5 when this will not detrimentally affect the safety and convenience of vehicles entering or leaving the prop- erty. 1.12.2.11 Parking and Access for the Disabled To recognise the special needs of Where ii is proposed to establish the use of any land or erect any the asablsdfor access to properties._ building that is !isled In Section 25 of the Disabled Persons CorMl.lnly Wetare Act 1975 one carparking space shall be provided out of ever, 20 parking spaces required by the Code In respect of the use or building. Such space and access from it to the building shal be designed In accordance with the requirements of NZS 4121 (1971) or Is successor. · 1.12.2.12 Reverse Manoeuvring TolfKilcedangerto pedestrians and Where 2 parking spaces are required, sufficient space to rritirrise the potsntia/ for traffic or more disrupfioncaustldbyvehiclesrewn- shal be provided on the site so that no reverse manoeuvring onto ing into the snet. or off the sbaet Is necessary by the vehicles using the parking spaces. Notwthstandingthe above, all required parking spaces on silesusilgfrontagetoan arterial road shall be provided with on-site Manoeuvring areas shall be determined by refer- ence to the 90 percentile car tracking curve shown in Appendix 2 of this section. The provision shall not apply to service lanes. Notwlhslanclng the above, an alternative arrangement may be provided tolkMing approval to a dispensation by Council H the safety andflDwof bolhvehlcular and pedestriantrafficwould not be - Onehunga District Scheme, page 41 adversely affected by the backing of vehicles to or from the site. Explanations: -·1.12.2.13 Stacked Parking Council may permit the stacked parking of vehicles for the following uses: Service stations Motor vehicle service and repair premises provided that, not more than one other vehicle is required to be moved in order to access the carpark space that is blocked by the stacked parking. 1.12.3 Loading Spaces 1.12.3.1 Number of Loading Spaces to be Provided Where a building in a commercial or industrial zone is constructed, reconstructed, added to or changed in use, adequate provision on . To provide for the loading snd un- the site for a loading space shall be made. Separate loading loading of goods in a location con- venient to the main access to each spaces shall be provided for each tenancy on the site if there is · in~stria/ or commercial develop- more than one. A shared loading space may be permitted at the ment discretion of the Borough Planner, subject to the loading doors of each unit being immediately accessible to the loading space. 1.12.3.2 Access to and Size of Loading Spaces Loading spaces may be located either within the industrial or commercial building or immediately adjacent to a loading door having a minimum width of 3.5m serving that factory unit. Loading spaces must be located wholly within the boundary of the site and shall be of a usable shape with a minimum width of 3.5m and a minimum depth of 7.5m, provided that where a loading space is intended to be used for articulated vehicles the depth of the loading space shall be not less than 11 metres. Every loading space shall have adequate vehicular access to the street. - 1.12.3.3 Reverse Manoeuvring When a loading space is required by the provisions of this Scheme sufficient space shall be provided on the site so that no reverse ToredJcsdangertopedestriansand manoeuvring onto or off the street is necessary by vehicles using disruption ro traffic on roads. the loading space. Provided that no such manoeuvring shall be required where a site has a frontage of less than 18 metres and does not gain access from a primary network road. In determining the extent of the area required for manoeuvring in respect of any loading space, the Council shall be guided by: a) for shops, offices, hotels, manufacturing premises, servic- ing premises and other similar uses: the use of the 90 percentile truck tracking curve shown in Appendix 2 of this Scheme;and b) for freight depots, carriers' depots, warehouses and bulk stores, trucking and containerdepots and other similar uses, the use of the 99 percentile truck tracking curve shown In - Appendix 2 of this Scheme. Onehunga District Scheme, page 42 · 1.12.4 PARKING STANDARDS The following shall be the minim.im number of parking spaces to be provided in respect of any particular use. In considering conditional uses, the Council may require a greater number of spaces. (In all cases where the r1.1mber of parking spaces required results In a fractional space being involved, any fraction under one half shall be disregarded. Fractions of more than one half or more shall be counted as one parking space.) · Building or Use Number of Spaces Required Auction Rooms 1 for every 20m2 gross floor area. Bakeries 1 for every 50m2 gross floor area. Banks 1 for every 20m2 gross floor area. Boarding Houses 1 for every 2 persons the building is designed to accommodate plus 1 for every 2 non-residential staff. Building Improvement Centres 1 for every 25m2 gross floor area plus 1 for every - 100m2 of open space used for display purposes. Buildings and Yards for the 2 spaces plus 1 for every 20 motor vehicles. or other Sale of Motor Vehicles.Boats, items displayed, plus 1 for every Caravans and Trailers 50m2 ancillary floor area. Carpet Showrooms and 1 for every 45m2 of gross floor area. Furniture Stores Churches and Church Halls 1 for every 5m2 of net floor area of the main auditorium or hall, provided that where a church and a hall are erected on the same site, the maximum shall be the maximum requirement in respect of such church or hall whichever is the greater. Commercial Services 1 for every 35m2 of gross floor area. Community Centres, Community 1 for every 4 persons the building is Halls & Community Houses designed to accommodate. - Container Tenninals 1 for every 2 persons employed, provided that and Depots offices and repair facilities shall be separately assessed. Coolstores 1 for every 150m2 gross floor area, provided that where the building exceeds a gross floor area of 1500m2 1 space shall be provided for every 1.5 persons e"1)loyed. Day-care Centres 1 for every staff member and supervisor, plus 1 standing space for every 1o persons to be accommodated at any one time. Disabled Person's Housing and 1 for every 4 units. For three or less disabled or elderty Elderty Persons Housing persons houses, a minimum of 1 space shall be provided In a location convenient to the unlt(s). - Onehungs District Scheme, page 43 ------Building or Use Number of Spaces Required Extensive Retail Outlets 1 for every 25m2 of gross floor area, plus 1 for every 1OOm2 of open space used for display purposes. Funeral Directors Premises, 1 for every 4 persons the buDding is Mortuaries and Chapels designed to accommodate. Garden Centres and 1 for every 20m2 gross floor area, plus 1 Horticultural Nurseries for every 100m2 of land area used for display purposes. Health & Fitness Centres 1 for every 40m2 of gross floor area. Hire Premises 1 for every 45m2 of gross floor area. Hotels See Taverns. - Household Units 1 for every unit plus visitor parking at the rate of 1 for every 2 units or where two parking spaces are provided for each unit the requirement for visitor parking spaces shall not apply. Industrial Health Clinics 1 per practitioner plus 1 for every 45m2 of gross floor area. Industrial Uses not 1 for every 60m2 of gross floor area, plus 1 for every otherwise provided for 120m2 of open space used for industrial purposes. Kokiri & Training 1 for every 60m2 of gross floor area. Assistance Centres Laboratories, Research, 1 for every 45m2 of gross floor area. Computer Centres Laundry and Dry Cleaning 1 for every 40m2 gross floor area. Establishments - Manufacturing, Engineering, 1 for every 60m2 of gross floor area. Servicing, Printing Minor Household Units 1 for each unit. Motor Vehicle Repair 4 for each work or repair bay; provided that 1 such Services space may be located within a work bay which shall count as.1 space. · Motor Vehicle Wrecking 1 for every 60m2 of gross floor area. Offices, including offices 1 for every 35m2 gross floor area. for Health Care Services Offices ancillary to industrial uses 1 for every 60m2 gross floor area. Places of Asserri>ly & 1 for every 4 persons the building is -Places of Entertainment· designed to accommodate. Onehunga District Scheme, page 44 ------Building or Use Number of Spaces Required Pre-School Centres 1 for every staff member and supervisor plus 1 standing space for every 10 persons acconvnodated at any one time In the facility. · · Private Hospitals 1 for every 3 patient beds. Reception Lounges 1 for every 4 persons the building Is designed to accommodate. Rest Homes 1 for every 5 persons the building Is licensed to accommodate. · Restaurants 1 for every 3 persons that the building Is designed to accommodate, provided that if the restaurant has a drive- in facility adequate on-site standing area shall be provided to prevent parking and manoeuvring congestion. Schools 1 for every.staff member plus 1 for every 15 pupils aged 15 years and over. - Service Stations 4 for each work bay (1 such space may be located in a work bay), plus 1 space for an ancillary shop, plus 1 space for every 50m2 remaining gross floor area. Shops 1 for every 20m2 gross shopping floor area. Showhome 2.spaces for each building used for public display purposes. Ancillary offices to be separately assessed. Starter Housing 1 for each unit. TAB Shops 1 for every 20m2 gross floor area. Takeaway Food Premises 1 for every 15m2 gross floor area. Taverns and Hotels Up to 100 persons design occupancy: nil. Between 101 and 150 persons design occupancy: - Minimum parking 1 for every 15 persons designed to be accommodated. - Maximum parking 1 for every 6 persons designed to be accommodated. Between 151 and 200 persons design occupancy: - Minimum parking 1 for every 8 persons designed to be accommodated. - Maximum parking 1 for every 5 persons designed to be accommodated. Between 201 and 250 persons design occupancy: - Minimum parking 1 for every 6 persons designed to be accommodated. - Maximum parking 1 for every 4 persons designed to be accommodated. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 45 -·__.;....______Building or Use Number of Spaces Required Between 251 and 300 persons design occupancy: - Minimum parking 1 for every 5 persons designed to be accom- modated. - Maximum parking 1 for every 3 persons designed to be accommodated. · For the purpose of assessing the number of persons a tavem or hotel is designed to accommodate, the following ratio shall be used: Public Bar: 0.931112/person Lounge/Private Bars: 1.111112/person Restaurants: 1.401112/person Games Area: 1.861112/person - Trade Showrooms 1 for every 20m2 gross floor area. Travellers· Accommodation 1 for each accommodation unit (including manager's accommodation), plus 1 for ev~ry 2 staff e"l)loyed. Restaurant and conference facilities to be assessed separately. Truck and Heavy Vehicle 2 spaces designed for the vehicles to be repaired for each Repair Depots • work bay (1 such space may be located in a work bay), plus 1 car parking space for each repair bay. Veterinary Clinics · 1 for every 20m2 of gross floor area. Warehouses, Trucking Depots 1 for every 60m2 of gross floor area plus 1 for every 1201112 of open space used for such purposes. Wholesale Liquor Outlets 1 for every 15m2 of gross floor area. ------ 1.13 SUBDIVISION• GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 1.13.1 Introduction Wrth the exception of the north-eastem parts of the Borough, much of Onehunga was subdivided before or about the tum of the century. Apart from an area of reclaimed industrial land on the shores of the Manukau Harbour, there are very few large areas of land available for subdivision. As a result, the demand for subdivisions is relatively light. However, the need often arises to rearrange site boundaries to facilitate a more functional redevelopment proposal. In the residential areas increasing interest has been expressed in infill housing where a second household unit is added to a site and the existing house retained. The Council supports this trend which it regards as a means of accommodating additional population in the district, while causing least disturbance of the existing sound housing stock. In association with this trend, Increasing use Is made of the Unit Trtles Act 1972 and the cross-lease provisions of the Local Government Act, which, in the case of the former, allows the Issue of titles to relatively small areas of land. These changing needs and conditions have caused a re-examination of the often arbitrary and increasingly - irrelevant subdivision standards adopted in the past. ··-, ·- Onehunga District Scheme, page 46 Subdivision &la : JI are viewed as an Integral part of the broader development controls of the -- Scheme. In tllt asilential zones, the standards are based on the density, bulk and location and other arnanly CIIIDlls relating to the zones. In the industrial zones, the standards provide for specific. futdbadMlopment proposals while retaining some flexibility for future changes of use of the sle.. Snld li:sim, proposals for the commercial and other zones are rare and are more llkely to lnvo"'8 lie a,.,....atlon of land or adjustment of boundaries. However, the need for flexibility remails ralavilt.a..tivision of commercially zoned land will only be permitted where It is designed to 1"1)1ernad a speclic building development approved by Council. Objediwts 1. To fadlall... most desirable and economic use of land by establishing standards of Slalvisianlllating to the form and character of development permitted in the relevant zone and &Uilallll ID the neighbourhood. 2. To ensure Id land is subdivided and developed in a manner which minimises the danger, damage Cl' llisance from flooding, erosion, landslipping or subsidence. 3. To ensure llal subdivision design is undertaken in a comprehensive manner and that all roacing, foalpahs and utility services are adequate to meet the requirements of the proposed use of 1he lanl - Policies 1. Subdvision Slandards in residential zones will be determined primarily by the permitted density andol1er relevant amenity controls of the zone. 2. In the irDlslrial zones, subdivision standards will be based on the need to preserve options foriJln dliqes of use of the site and the desirability of accommodating specific, functional developmed proposals. 3. In the comnacial zones subdivision will only be permitted to implement a specific building developmedlD ensure that integration can be achieved between the various buildings on the siles. Ordinance 1.13.2 Design of SUbdlllslon The Council may not approve a scheme plan of subdivision if, in its opinion, the arrangement of sites or the shape or aea of any individual site is not in accordance with the scheme, and Council's engineering stalllanls for subdivision. In this regard, such matters as the physical characteristics - of the sites and pol"ICies of the District Scheme, will be considered. An acceptable subdiwisional design shall be determined by reference to such factors as: a) The reasonable preservation of the landscape, vegetation and other natural features. b) The arrangement of lots and access to them. c) The shape of building sites. d) The pn,visiDr'I CJI pedestrian access. e) The roadq 111ttem. f) The pn,visiDII CJI public reserves. g) The p,ovisiDn CJI tree planting and general amenity landscaping~ h) The provision of suitable drainage. 1.13.3 Existing Bulldlngl Where an, tluildq is situated on land proposed to be subdivided, and that building is so located with respecl ID ar, proposed new boundaries that It does not comply with the appropriate ordinances ntlaliVIDthe erection of buildings in that zone, Council will only approve the subdivision If afterconsidafingthelocallon of the building on its site and with respect to the proposed boundaries, - it considersintannsCJI Section 36(4)(c) of the Act that the building will have acceptable standards Onshunga Dlstlld Scheme, page 47 of amenity and space having regard to the bulk and location controls for the zone. -·1.13.4 Publlc Works The provision of the subdivisional requirements relating to a particular zone shall not apply If the subdivision is a disposal of land for the purpose of a public work within the meaning of Section 271 of the Local Government Amendment Act 1971. 1.13.5 Boundary Adjustments The provision of the subdivisional requirements relating to a particular zone shall not apply if the subdivision is intended solely for an adjustment of boundaries which will result in each of the adjusted sites having substantially the same area and shape as before, with no reduction in the suitability of potential building sites or in the ability of the respective sites to satisfactorily dispose of effluent from a residential use. · 1.13.6 Applications Before any scheme of subdivision is considered by Council, the applicant must provide sufficient information to show the proposed uses, wherever known, and that: - a) The sites have adequate and safe vehicle access. b) The sites are adequately serviced in terms of the policies contained in Section 1.1 Oof this Scheme. C) The sites have suitable topography for the proposed uses. d) The sites have sufficient area and suitable shape to incorporate the yards and courts required and to allow for adequate on-site manoeuvring, including, where appropriate, for truck movement. e) Existing vegetation and other natural features shall be preserved, wherever appropriate. 1.13.7 Plans Every plan submitted for approval shall be accompanied by two copies thereof for the Council's records. The scheme plan shall take the following form: a) The plan shall be drawn to scale with contours Lands and Surveys datum at not more than 1m intervals and a north point shown. b) Existing services shall be shown together with all invert levels in terms of Lands and Survey datum. c) Each lot shall be edged green, have a number, area, boundary distances and, in the case of rear lots, the net area and total area shown. d) The whole of the land held in physical continuity by the subdividing owner shall be shown on the plan: a diagram shall be shown if the land is too large to be drawn at the principal scale. e) The extent of any cut and fill where known is to be clearly shown on the plan. f) Any land subject to flooding is to be identified. g) The position of any existing drains or watercourses is to be marked on the plan. h) Existing buildings shall be shown in their correct positions and their uses and type of materials are to be recorded. i) Existing trees having a height of 6m or more are to be identified by species and shown on the plan. It should also be noted which trees are intended to be affected by the subdivision. j) Proposed and existing rights of way shall be shown clearly and a memorandum of easements included on the face of the plan. k) Proposed streets, service lanes and pedestrian accessways shall be shown with nominal widths and proposed grades. I) The legal description, scale, title, references, surveyor's name, date of preparation, and owner's name shall be shown. - m) The suggested names for new streets may be shown. Onehunga District Scheme, page 48 1.13.8 PreservatlDn of Treas and Other Features In accordance with the requirement of Clause 1.13.6(e), the Council will require the location of- existing trees and any other significant landscape features to be shown on scheme plans. No cfisturbance of these features is to be undertaken until approval to do so Is given by the Council. Where it isconsidered by Council that landscape or other features affected by subdivision are worthy of preservation the Councl may: a) Where the c:iraunstances permit, grant a dispensation from the subdlvlsional requirements or bul< and location controls to enable the tree or other landscape features to be preserved: ancuor b) I111)0se a condition under Section 291 of the Local Government Act 1974 requiring the preservation of the trees or other landscape features, and/or c) Incorporate these areas within the reserve contribution area if considered appropriate. 1.13.9 Electric Power and Telephone Servicing In accordance with Clause 1.10.2 in all subdivisions requiring new roads, underground reticulatio- of electric power and telephone services shall be installed except where, on the recommendation . of the supply authorily, Council determines that such provision Is not technically or economically feasible. The subdivider shall enter into financial agreements to meet the extra costs incurred in providing such undergrounding services, with the relevant utilities. Where the subdivision results in the creation of a new lot or lots, the Council will require the installation of underground power and telephone services to the lots within the subdivision. 1.13.10 Reserve Contributions . Reserve contributions will be required by Council in accordance with the provisions of Section 284- 292 of the Local Govemment Act 1974 and the reserves policies of Section 1.7.6 and 5.4 of this Scheme. 1.13.11 Time Umlt on Approval a) Unless a survey plan of the subdivision is submitted to the Council for sealing within a period of three years from the date of approval of the scheme plan, the consent to the subdivision shaU be deemed to have lapsed and afresh application for consent will be necessary. Thi- requirement shall not apply in any case where specific Council approval has been givenfor a longer period for the presentation of the survey plan. b) Any survey plan which conforms with a scheme plan which has previously been consented to by the Council, and in respect of which the consent has not lapsed, shall be deemed to co"1)1y with the provisions of this Scheme. 1.13.12 Subdlvlslonal Controls For subdivisional controls, refer to the zone section for the partlrular zone In which the subdivision Is located. - · Onehunga District Scheme, page 49 ADMINISTRATION OF THE DISTRICT SCHEME 1.14.1 Effect of the District Scheme A. DOCUMENTS COMPRISING THE DISTRICT SCHEME The five sections of the Scheme co~rising integrated Scheme Statement and Code of Ordinances, together with the planning maps, comprise the Borough of Onehunga's District Scheme Third Review, herein called the District Scheme or the Scheme. B. DUTY TO COMPLY Subjed to the provisions of the Act and the Regulations, no person shall use, or permit the use of any land or building, or erect any building, if that use or that work does not conform with the Scheme, or with the terms of any consent to an application under the provisions of the Act. C. SCHEME RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER ACTS AND BY-LAWS The provisions of many other Acts, Regulations and By-laws or Codes of Practice may be relevant to matters dealt with by this Scheme. In general, the provisions of this Scheme are in addition to, complementary to and not in substitution for the provisions of such other legislation. Other relevant - Acts include the Clean Air Act 1972, Harbours Act 1950, Health Act 1956, Local Government Act 1974, Public Works Act 1981, Reserves Act 19n, Dangerous Goods Act 1974, Water and Soil Conservation Act 1967 and others. Ordinance Where the provisions of this Scheme are inconsistent with the provisions of any by-law or Code of Practice, the provisions of this Scheme shall prevail. 1.14.2 · Procedures 1.14.2.1 Predominant Uses, Developments and Buildings A predominant use in one which is permitted without further consent of the Council being necessary, provided that any proposed use or development is in accordance with the provisions of this Scheme. Before any building work is commenced within the district, a building permit must be obtained from the Council. As part of the processing of a building permit application, the plans will be appropriately endorsed if the proposal complies with the relevant requirements of the District Scheme for a - predominant use. Such endorsement for proposed building works may also be given independent of a building permit application by applying for town planning approval only. For this purpose, adequate drawings are required to show the proposed work accurately, but these need not be full working drawings. In addition to those plans and specifications required for the purpose of a building permit where one is require, every application shall be accompanied by such plans and information as are necessary to assess co~liance with the District Scheme. Information generally required to be provided with any building permit application is listed in Section 1.14.2.1 0. Approval is also required where it is intended to establish or change the use of a building or land within the Borough. Although no work may be reqµired to establish the uses, in most instances plans will be required to advise the Council of the new or changed use of any site or building. !-- - Onehunga District Sc;heme, page 50 ·1.14.2.2 Applications Made Without Public Notification A. CONTROLLED DEVELOPMENT A controlled use or development Is one which Is specified by the Scheme and which Is pennitted subject to compliance with the objectives, policies, relevant development controls and criteria specified throughout the Scheme relating to: a) the design and external appearance of buildings, and b) landscape design and site layout c) the location and design of vehicular access to and from the site. An application for a controlled use n1.1st be accompanied by full and accurate plans describing the design, external appearance and landscaping of the use or any proposed development. The application will generally be considered without requiring public notffication. Following considera- tion, the Council may: a) Approve the proposal as submitted, or b) Approve the proposal subject to conditions considered necessary to ensure that the resulting A development will meet the relevant criteria, objectives and policies, or • c) Refuse consent to the proposal as submitted, or d) Require the application to be a notified application in cases where, in its opinion, the proposed development may have a significant prejudicial effect on properties or persons in the immediate vicinity. · The Council will not refuse consent to any application without first affording the applicant an opportunity to be heard. Where a plan has already been approved by the Council, an application may be made seeking approval of a further layout plan to supersede that previously approved. The right of appeal against any of Council's decisions are provided for in Section 69 of the Act. - - Onehunga District Scheme, page 51 B. DISPENSATIONS AND WAIVERS -· a) General The standards set down in the ordinances and which must be met when land is being subdivided or developed are normally not site specific but relate to all the properties within a particular zoning. The intention is that most, if not all sites, should be in a position to comply with these general standards. On some sites, however, due to the particular circumstances existing, it may not be possible or appropriate to comply fully with the general standards. To provide a degree of flexibility and allow such cases to be considered on their merits, provision is made for dispensations and waivers to be considered by the Council. The Council is empowered under Section 36 (6) of the Ad to provide for the circumstances under which, the manner in which and the conditions subject to which, Council may grant an application for the dispensation wholly or partly from, or waiver of certain provisions of the District Scheme. The Council may grant dispensation from or waiver of such provisions as are specified in these Ordinances, if it is satisfied that the general circumstances (Ordinance 1.14.2.2B(d)) and the specific circumstances (Ordinance 1.14.2.2B(e)) under which dispensations and waivers may be granted are met. The granting of consent may be subject to one or more of the conditions listed - under Ordinance 1.14.2.2B(f), as may be applicable in the particular circumstances of the case. b) Extent of Dispensation or Waiver Provisions 1. Applications may be made for dispensation or waiver of the following: Q The subdivision of land. ii) The height, bulk and location of buildings permitted on site. iii) The provision of parking and loading spaces, access drives and manoeuvring areas. iv) The design and appearance of buildings and signs and the provision, design and appearance of verandahs, and v) Landscaping. 2. The Council may only grant its consent to an application for dispensation or waiver if it is satisfied that: Q The dispensation or waiver would encourage better development of the site or that it is not reasonable or practicable to enforce the provision in respect of the particular site; and ii) The dispensation or waiver will not detract from the amenities of the neighbourhood - and will have little town and country planning significance beyond the immediate vicinity of the land in respect of which the dispensation or waiver is sought. iii) The proposed dispensation or waiver will not derogate from or adversely affect the objectives intended to be achieved by the ordinances concerned; and iv) The Council shall not exercise its powers under this section on an application which is not a notified application unless the written consent of every body or person whose interests might in the Council's opinion be prejudiced by the proposed dispensation or waiver has first been lodged with the Council unless, in the Council's opinion, it is unreasonable in the circumstances existing to require such consent to be obtained. If such consents have not been lodged, and the Council has not found it unreasonable to require them to be obtained, such powers may be exercised only on a notified application. c) Application for Dispensation or Waiver 1. Every application for a dispensation or waiver shall be in writing and be accompanied by sufficient plans and information to enable the Council to fully assess the application. The - application must include details as to what is being sought and the reasons why the Council Onehunga District Scheme, page 52 should consent to such an application. 2. Plans submitted with any non-notified application shall clearty Indicate what Is being sought and shall be signed by every body or person who, In Council's opinion, consent Is required under 2(1v) above. Such signatures must state that the person signing has no objection to the proposal as Indicated on the plans. 3. As to whether an application must be notified see 2(Iv) above. 4. Appeals to the Planning Tribunal against decisions of the Council may be made by any applicant where the applicant Is dissatisfied with the Council's decision or In respect of any condition irT1)0sed on any consent. d) General Circumstances under which Dispensations or Waivers may be Consented To In order to grant its consent, the Council must be satisfied that: 1. The dispensation or waiver would encourage better development of the site because of - particular limitations imposed by: i) The topography of the site ii) Existing development on the site iii) Slope stability or other engineering considerations or that it is unreasonable or impracticable to enforce the provision in respect of the particular site;and 2. The dispensation or waiver will not detract from the amenities of the neighbourhood and will have little town and country planning significance beyond the immediate vicinity of the land in respect of which the dispensation or waiver is sought; and 3. The applicant has demonstrated that: i) The relevant specific circumstances set out in Ordinance 1.14.2.2B(e) have been met; and ii) The proposal is generally in accordance with the explanation of the particular control, A and with the overall planning objectives and policies of the District Scheme; and ., 4. Where applicable, it has been demonstrated that one or more of the following circumstances apply: i) The dispensation or waiver is necessary to carry out alterations to a building in order to accommodate a wheelchair, walking frame, or other appliance that is necessary for the general welfare of a disabled or handicapped person. Ii) The dispensation or waiver will result in the retention on the site of native trees, specimen trees, or other environmental, historical or archaeological features worthy of retention. HQ The length of frontage or Irregular shape of the site makes It unreasonable or impracticable to enforce the provision or reduces the adverse visual lq,act of the dispensation or waiver. Iv) The topography of the site or nearby sites, or alternatively the position of existing or likely future development on the site or on nearby sites makes It unlkely that the dispensation or waiver will adversely affect the amenities of those sites. v) Commercial or industrial uses adjoin permanent non-residential uses within residential zones. vQ The site Is affected by legal restraints in the form of easements. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 53 vii) The site Is affected by existing drains which cannot be economically relocated or built over. -· viii) The dispensation Is necessary to give environmental protedion to a particular site. 5. Where applicable, the intent of the ordinance can be met in a manner different from the method prescribed In the ordinance. e) Specific CiraJmstances under which Dispensations or Waivers may be Consented To 1. Subdivision of land The general requirements of an acceptable subdivisional design are set out in Section 1.13. The Council will only consent to an application for dispen$ation or waiver if it is satisfied that the subdivision is an acceptable design by reference to the factors contained therein. In addition, the Council must be satisfied that the following circumstances exist (to the extent that they can be applied to the particular application): · · i) For applications which do not comply with the provisions regarding access to lots.that an adequate standard of vehicular access to the proposed sites is achieved and the granting of consent will not tend to obstruct or delay the provision of future roading in - the locality. ii) For applications which do not comply with the provisions regarding minimum road widths and gradients, that the subdivision and its vicinity can be adequately serviced for the present and the future by a road of lesser width, or steeper gradient. iii) For applications seeking a reduction in minirrum area or alteration in shape factor that the reduction or alteration will not significclntly change the pattern of subdivision in the locality, or that the smaller area or changed shape will result in a more effective · utilisation of an existing site. iv) For applications seeking a reduction in minimunJ frontage where the proposed subdivision is an adjustment of boundaries, or where existing buildings or topography prevent full compliance, that the new sites have adequate vehicle access and do not significantly change the pattern of subdivision in the locality. v) For applications where the subdivision is a result of a public work or public utility, that as a consequence of the requirements of the particular public work or public utility the application of the ordinance requirements to the subdivision are inappropriate. 2. Maximum building height, building envelopes, daylight admission The Council must be satisfied that the following circumstances exist (to the extent that they can be applied to the particular application): i) The additional Impact of the non-compliance on the amenities of adjacent sites is minimal, particularly with regard to the following: - daylight and sunlight admission to neighbouring properties - physical domination, intrusion into privacy, and/or obstruction of outlook. ii) Buildings in a neighbourhood are kept in scale with others permitted in the same zone. iii) The additional impact of the non-compliance on the landscape or skyline when viewed - from any public place, Is minimal. Onehunga District Scheme, page 54 Any special circumstances relating to the site or to the design of a building will be taken into - account in assessing a dispensation from or waiver of maximum height or building set-back requirement. These circumstances will include: Q Where the site Is lower than the adjoining site(s). ii) Where a right-of-way, access strip or driveway abuts the boundary where the non- compliance occurs. iiQ Where the proposal is an extension of an existing building and there Is a desire to retain the existing wall and/or roof line for architectural reasons. iv) Where a gable end and/or a dormer window does not COrTl)ly with these provisions. v) Where the adjoining site boundary Is to the north of the non-complying building. vi) Where. the slope of the site makes compliance impossible without creating a broken wall or roof line. vii) Where the site adjoins an arterial or principal road and the non-corTl)liance is as a result of a design solution to reduce the adverse Impact of traffic noise; 3. Yards Streetscape ordinances, building setbacks and foreshore amenity setbacks. The Council must be satisfied that the following circumstances exist (to the extent that they can be applied to the particular application): - i) Adequate separation between buildings, and open space around buildings in relation to both the site itseH and the neighbourhood is maintained. ii) The impact of the non-compliance on the amenities of adjacent sites, is minimal, particularly with regard to the following: - daylight and sunlight admission to neighbouring properties. - physical domination, intrusion into privacy and/or obstruction of outlook. iii) The character of the streetscape is protected. iv) The safety of pedestrians and road users adjacent to the site is adequately protected. v) Where the land adjoins to the shoreline edge, that the building proposal adequately addressed issues of visual appearance, erosion and stability and the conservation of existing vegetation where appropriate. Any special circumstances relating to a site or to the design of the building will be taken into - account in assessing a dispensation from or waiver of minimum yard requirements. These circumstances will include (to the extent thatthey can be applied to the particular application): i) Where the topography, shape or size of the site is irregular. ii) Where the proposal is an extension of an existing building and there is a desire to retain the existing wall and/or roof line for architectural reasons. iii) Where a COrTl)lete dispensation or waiver is supportable because of an existing development on an adjoining site. iv) Where decks, pergolas or similar open structures are proposed and access through the structures is maintained. v) Where trees or areas of bush would be lost as a result of full compliance. vQ Where fences exceeding 2.0 metres in height are proposed. vii) Where the site adjoins an arterial or principal road and the non-corTl)liance is as a result of a design solution to reduce the adverse impact of traffic noise. 4. Maximum building coverage The Council must be satisfied that the following circumstances exist (to the extent that they A can be applied to the particular application): w Onehunga District Scheme, page 55 I) On residential sites adequate space around buildings Is provided for daylight and ventilation. -· ii) The increase in coverage will not result in a building bulk out of character with the locality nor in non-compliance with other ordinances. iii) The Increase In coverage will not have an effect on adjoining properties through an increase In the rate of stormNater rurH>ff. iv) Where a site Is affected by a designation or building line, that this factor justifies the extent of the proposed non-con1)liance. 5. Accessory buldings including garages The Council rrust be satisfied that the following circumstances exist (to the extent that they can be applied to the particular application): i) In the case of a reduction in minimum dimensions, that it will not prejudice the use of the building for its intended purpose. ii) In the case of an increase over maximum dimensions, that it will only be permitted where the accessory building is attached to a dwelling unit or where an accessory building is designed to serve more than one dwelling unit. iii) In the case of a larger than average site, which is not capable of subdivision, that an increase in the size of the accessory building or garage is justified for a specific purpose and designed and located in a manner to preserve the amenities of surrounding properties. 6. Parking and Loading Spaces, and Access The Council rrust be satisfied that the following circumstances exist (to the extent that they can be applied to the particular application): i) Adequate provision is made for vehicles used or intended to be used in conjunction with the site and for the servicing of the site. ii) The off-site impact of vehicles upon the amenities of the surrounding neighbourhood is minimal. iii) Convenient access for vehicles using the site is provided. Additional circumstances relating to the site and locality may be taken into account in assessing a cfispensation to parking and loading space requirements, such as: i) Where the physical characteristics of the site preclude the provision of all the required car parking spaces. ii) Where the number of persons to be employed on the site is likely to be substantially less than envisaged by the car parking requirements of the District Scheme. iii) Where the extent of service, delivery and visitor traffic likely to be generated by the site is substantially less than envisaged by the car parking and loading requirements of the District Scheme. iv) Where existing buildings prevent C0"1)1iance with the car parking requirements and the need for parking on the site is reduced because of the availability of satisfactory on- street parking or public off-street parking in the vicinity. v) Where unusual or exceptional landscape features of the site, or flora on it merit retention or preservation. 7. Design and Appearance of Buildings and Verandahs Q Delineated areas, outdoor space, living and service courts. ii) Design and layout of buildings. The Council 111Jst be satisfied that the following circumstances exist (to the extent that they - can be applied to the particular application): ·- Onehunga District Scheme, page 56 I) Adequate provision is made for on-site privacy and open space and for the establish- - ment of a permitted use. ii) Any redudion in minimum standards is minor, and Is compensated by a high level of on-site amenity through building design and layout and landscaping. Iii) Where the size of the site Is affeded by a designation or building line, or the road Is a principal or arterial road where loss of amenity through traffic noise Is experienced, that these factors support a special assessment of the Intended use of the site. 8. Signs The Council must be satisfied that any application under this clause does not contravene the following policies (as stated in Ordinance 1.9.2): i) Signs shall not detract from the external appearance of a development, or be visually obtrusive. ii) No signs shall be permitted that are likely to detract from the amenities of any residential or recreational land. . iii) No sign shall detrimentally affect traffic safety or traffic control by obstructing drivers' vision, or causing confusion or distraction for drivers or creating a situation hazardous A to the safe movement of traffic. W' iv) Signs shall generally be related only to the activities of the site on which they are situated. v) Signs should be designed as an integral part of a building, and where possible, should be incorporated within the structure of a building. vi) Signs should be neat and uncluttered in their lettering and be easily legible from passing vehicles. vii) If more than one sign is displayed on a site, a planned arrangement should be used to avoid an effect of clutter. viii) Signs on properties with frontage to the Onehunga Pedestrian Mall must be so designed that they blend in with and do not detract from the total Mall design. 9. Verandahs The Council m.Jst be satisfied that the following circumstances exist (to the extent that they can be applied to the particular application): i) Where a modified verandah, or no verandah is proposed, that this would harmonise with the existing design of the building or adjoining developments, or that this is necessary to provide for street improvements or bus bays and the footpath width is e being reduced. ii) Where no verandah is proposed, that the location of the site is such that a verandah is unnecessary because there is no need to provide shelter for existing or foreseeable pedestrian movements or pedestrian cover can be provided by other means. 1O. Landscaping (including screening requirements) The Council must be satisfied that the following circumstances exist (to the extent that they can be applied to the particular application): Q An attractive living and/or working environment Is maintained. ii) Areas used for storage or servicing are screened from neighbours and public places. 11. Minimum Area of Site The Council may in any particular case waive the requirements relating to the minimum area of site required In the Residential A, B and C zones, If It Is of the opinion that the criteria contained in this Ordinance can be met by the proposed development and if It Is of the opinion - that the objectives and policies of the Scheme can be complied with. . . Onehunga District Scheme, page 57 12. Intersections -- Where intersections are controlled by traffic lights, Council may consent to a dispensation from the requirements of Ordinance 1.11.6.1 (b) if It is satisfied that such dispensation will not compromise the safe and efficient movement of traffic at the intersection or detract from pedestrian safety. f) Conditions Subject to which the Council may Consent to an Application. In granting its consent to an application for dispensation or waiver, the Council may lnl)Ose one or more of the following conditions, as may be considered appropriate In the particular circumstances of the application. Any conditions imposed will aim to provide standards of amenity for the particular site concerned, equivalent to those likely to be achieved by the requirements of the Scheme, and to maintain the amenities of surrounding properties. 1. The development will be required to comply with the plans and information submitted with the application, subject to such modifications as may be necessary to comply with any other conditions imposed. 2. Consent may be limited to part of the proposal or to a lesser extent than sought in the application or may be granted to a modified form of development which meets the criteria set out in this Ordinance .. 3. Screening and/or landscaping may be required as appropriate to the particular circum- stances of the proposal. 4. The finished colours and materials e"1)1oyed In the cladding may be specified together with a stipulated time limit within which this condition must be complied with. 5. The formation or construction of additional site development works such as pathways, on-site turning areas, passing bays and the provision of additional parking may be specified. 6. Works, at the applicant's expense, on the adjacent road reserve to provide adequate access and/or safe stopping and manoeuvring areas for vehicles and access for pedestrians may be required. 7. Consent may be granted subject to the retention of native trees, specimen trees or any other physical, archaeological or historical feature worthy of retention. 8. Such other conditions as may be considered appropriate in the circumstances of the application. C. OTHER NON-NOTIFIABLE APPLICATIONS These include all other applications not required to be publicly notified under the Act and include controlled development applications and other specified as requiring a non-notified application in this Scheme and authorised by Section 36(4)(c) or 36(7) of the Act. D. NON-CONFORMING USES The Review of the District Scheme does not prevent the continuation of a use which was in existence at the time when the Review became operative, even though that land use does not conform to the present requirements of the Scheme. In such a case, the land use is deemed to have ·existing use· rights. Change of ownership does not affect the right to continue an existing use. However, one of the - objects of zoning is gradually to eliminate uses which do not conform to the Scheme. This is Onehunga District Scheme, page 58 accomplished mainly by imposing restridions on the extension or reconstruction of buildings used - for non-conforming purposes. These matters are dealt with in Sections 90 and 91 of the Ad. 1.14.2.3 Outline plans for public works Outline plans of works to be constructed by or on behalf of the Crown or by any local authority on designated land shall be submitted to the Council for Its consideration before construction Is commenced unless they have been otherwise approved under the Act. An outline plan shall show the height, shape and bulk of the work, its location on the site, the likely finished contour of the site, entrances and vehicular access and circulation and landscaping provisions, with any other information that may be relevant to the proposed work. 1.14.2.4 Tel'l1)0rary uses and buildings Ordinance Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Scheme, the following temporary uses and buildings may be permitted in any zone. 1. Ter11)0rary offices, storage sheds, builders' workshops and other similar buildings and uses - which are incidental to a building or construction project or the construction of a boat, caravan or such other project intended for personal use. These are permitted only for the duration of the project or three months whichever is the lesser unless the written consent of the Council to a longer period is obtained. 2. Te"1)0rary uses and buUdings for such purposes as carnivals, bazaars, public meetings and • the like. These are permitted for no more than one month unless the written consent of Council to a longer period is obtained. 3. In any residential zone, Council may permit a temporary building for the purposes of construding a boat, a caravan, or other strudure that may reasonably be associated with spare time or retirement pursuits and is not intended in any way as a commercial enterprise by the applicant: Provided that: i) Permission may be granted only after the specific written consent of adjoining owners or occupiers have been obtained and upon such terms and conditions as the Council - may determine: ii) Any written consent offered shall contain enough information to clearly indicate that the owner or occupier consenting is fully aware of the proposal, its size, its construction and finish, and the length of time the applicant anticipates the tel'l1)0rary use to last: iii) Council may grant permission for a te"1)0rary use where an adjoining owner has failed to consent, if in the opinion of Council such consent has been arbitrarily or unreasona- bly withheld; and . iv) Only one such te"1)0rary building shall be approved for any one household unit. 4. Consent to a longer period than permitted In Clause 1 and 2 above Is to be by way of a non- notified application. 5. Council will require the consent of any person or body whose interests might, In Council's opinion, be prejudiced by the application. 6. In consenting to any application Council may impose conditions to ensure the preservation of the amenities of the adjoining properties and may require a cash bond to ensure that the tel'l1)0rary structure Is removed after the period allowed for construdlon has passed. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 59 -- 1.14.2.5 Identified Uses Identified Uses are those uses of land which have been Identified in this Scheme as being of value to the community, but where the land is not Intended to be owned by the Crown, the Council or any local authority. This category of uses has been classified in terms of Section 73 of the Act and are listed in Appendix 10 to this section. The land subject to an identified use Is Indicated as such on the planning map. Objective 1. To identify those uses which are being used for purposes of value to the community where the sites are not intended to be owned by the Crown, the Council or any public authority. Policies 1. The use of sites containing identified uses shall be consistent with the identified purpose and the development controls of the zone in which it is located. 2. Identified uses shall be conducted so as to minimise any detrimental affects on any adjoining residential properties. - Ordinances Where any land is the site of an identified use: 1. Any use listed as an identified use in Appendix 1 O of this section in respect of that site shall be permitted in terms of the provisions of the Appendix. 2. Unless specified otherwise in Appendix 10, the development controls of the zone in which the site is located, shall be applicable to the identified use; and 3. All other permitted uses·of the particular zone in which the site of the identified use is located, whether predominant, controlled or conditional, shall, in the absence of anything to the contrary in Appendix 10, be deemed to be conditional uses for that particular site. 4. The subdivision of land which has been identified on the planning maps will not be permitted. 5. The carrying out of any work on identified land, including the construction or alteration of any structure, or the making of any excavation, which is inconsistent with the identified purpose or the permitted uses in the zone in which the identified use is located, shall not be permitted. - 1.14.2.6 Designated Land Under the provisions of the Act, designations are limited to public works. This excludes private designations permitted under the previous Act. As a result, land which Is being used for purposes of value to the community but which is not intended to be acquired by the Crown, the Council or any local authority has been classified as an •Identified use· in terms of Section 73 of the Act. The effect of designating land is to give notice of the intention to use that land for a proposed public •work and to limit the use of the land to the designated purpose, (unless anothe~ purpose Is approved as an interim use by the authority which has responsibility for the public work). Although designations are intended for public works, not all public works are designated on the planning maps. Reserves, for example, which are public works in terms of the Act have been zoned in this Scheme (Section 5). Other works which may be undertaken by public authorities such as gas, water, drainage and sewer pipes are generally not designated on the planning maps, but are permitted as publ'ic utilities under Section 64 of the Act and are described In Section 1.1 oof this - Scheme. Onehunga District Scheme, page 60 Section 121 of the Ad requires that if land is designated for a public work then the Distrid Scheme - shall indicate the purposes for which, and the conditions subject to which, the land could be used if it were not designated. Accordingly, all designated land has been zoned. However, the zoning only comes Into effect If development is not part of the public work or If the designation Is removed. If work is proposed to be undertaken by a designating authority In terms of the designation, Section 125 of the Act generally requires an outline plan of the works to be constructed to be submitted to the Council. This procedure need not be followed, however, where details of the proposed work have been submitted to the Council at the time of designation. The Council has the opportunity, in terms of Section 125 of the Act, to request changes to an outline plan, and subsequently has certain rights of appeal if the request Is refused. New designations may be added to the Scheme from time to time (by way of Scheme Change) following the issuing of a requirement by any authority whic!l is financially responsible for a particular public work. Objective 1. To provide for the proper functioning of central government and local authority activities in the - Borough by designating such areas of land as are required for these purposes. . Policies 1. Designations will be categorised into two groups on the basis of financial responsibility, namely, Council designations and those of the Crown and other public bodies. (See Appendix 7 of this section). 2. All designated land (other than existing highways) will be zoned and in particular: i) Land designated for an existing public work will be given a zoning which would be appropriate if the designated purpose were to be discontinued; ii) Land designated for a proposed public work will be given a zoning which would be appropriate if the designation were to be uplifted before any designated work were done on the land; and iii) In either case, the zoning shall apply to the construction of any building on the land or to any use of the land which is not part of the designated public work. 3. In considering any outline plan of works, the Council will be concerned to ensure: i) That the matters specified in Section 125(1) of the Act for proposed works generally conform with those for adjoining land uses (as required in the relevant zone) except - where it can be clear1y demonstrated that there will be little or no adverse effect on the amenities of the existing or possible Mure adjoining land uses; and ii) That no development will detract from the amenities of the neighbourhood. 4. The Council considers that, where possible, the use of designations should be restricted to notifying the intention to acquire land for a public purpose and should not be used as a means of avoiding the certainty of normal control over the development of land which is applicable to all other non-public works. In order to uphold this policy, a commitment is made in this Scheme In the case of Council designations to make a clear statement as to the Intended form of designated works and to adhere to the fundamental policies on which the Scheme is based. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 61 Ordinances -· The use of any land, or any buildings situated upon land which Is designated shall be limited to the uses shown on the planning maps and more fully described in Appendix 7, and further: 1. Every public work shaD be subject to such conditions, restrictions and prohibitions as are stipulated in relation to it In Appendix 7, the planning map and/or the controls forming part of a particular r9CJ.1irement and/or as determined under Section 125 of the Act. 2. The carrying out of any work shall be subjed to Section 121 (4) and Section 124 of the Act. 1.14.2.7 Applications Made with Public Notification A. CONDITIONAL USE Conditional uses are those which are, in general terms, considered to be appropriate in the zone but which may not be suitable for every site in the zone. There may also be conditions which should be imposed to reduce or eliminate any detrimental effect on other permitted uses. An application for a conditional use development shall be an application made with notice. The relevant application forms are available from the Council office, and it is the responsibility of the Council to serve individual notice on those bodies and persons it considers to have a greater interest in the application than the public generally. The general public must also be advised by way of a public notice placed by the Council in a newspaperwith a cira.ilation within the Borough. The Council is entitled to recover the expenses of the advertisements, the individual notifications and the processing of the application, which may include a planning report, as defined in the Town and Country Planning Regulations 1978. Section 72 of the Act requires Council, in consenting to or disallowing the application, to have regard to: a) The suitability of the site for the proposed use determined by reference to the provisions of the operative District Scheme; and b) The likely effect of the proposed use on the existing and foreseeable future amenities of the neighbourhood, and on the health, safety, convenience and the economic, a.iltural, social and general weHare of the people of the district. · · General Criteria for Assessment of Conditional Uses Council will take the following general matters into consideration, but will also have regard to the - specific criteria for assessment of conditional uses within each zone: 1. The exad nature of the proposed use. 2. The intensity of the proposed use. 3. The nature of the building Intended to accommodate the use, including its bulk, location, design and appearance. 4. The ability of the proposal to meet the development controls applicable to predominant uses in the zone. 5. The location of the buildings on the site in relation to the buildings erected (or which would be permitted to be erected) on adjoining properties, and in particular the bulk of building and degree of COl11)atibility with the development on neighbouring sites. 6. The number and nature of motor vehicles likely to be attracted to the proposed use, the ability of the site to accommodate them, and the relationship of the site to the roading hierarchy of Onehunga District Scheme, page 62 ______,,,__ clause 1.11.2 and Appendix 11 of this Scheme. 7. Any noise which is likely to arise from the proposed use and from the movement of people -- and vehicles to and from the site. 8. Any_ other factor lkely to affect the use of adjacent sites. 9. The size of the site having regard to all the foregoing factors. 1o. Provisions for landscaping and screening. B. SPECIFIED DEPARTURE Section 74 of the 141::t. makes provision for applications to be considered by the Council where the proposals for development do not conform with the provisions of the District Scheme. The granting by Council of an exception to any provision of the Scheme (a specified departure) must be made with notice. The relevant application forms are available from the Council office, and it is the responsibility of the Council to serve individual notice on those bodies and persons it considers - to have a greater interest in the application than the public generally. The general public must also be advised by way of a public notice placed by the Council in a newspaper with a circulation within the Borough. The Council is entitled to recover the expenses of the advertisements, the individual notifications and the processing of the application, which may Include a planning report, as defined In the Town and Country Planning Regulations 1978. The Council may consent to such a departure only where it is satisfied that: a) The effect of the departure will not be contrary to the public interest and will have little town and country planning significance beyond the immediate vicinity of the land concerned, and the provisions of the Scheme can remain without change or variation; or b) The departure is in accord with the effect of a resolution which the Council has passed initiating a change or variation in the Scheme but which is of such urgency as to warrant its immediate authorisation in the public interest without waiting the time involved in completing the change or variation. Any application which calls into question a provision of the District Scheme and a proposal which does not conform with the policies and objectives embodied in the District Scheme is regarded as contrary to the public interest. . - The onus is on the applicant for a specified departure to show cause why the application should be granted and to prove to the satisfaction of the Council that is is not contrary to the public interest. 1.14.2.8 Rights of Objection and Appeal A. RIGHTS OF OBJECTION In accordance with Section 66 of the 141::t., the bodies and persons set out In Section 2(3) of the Ad (which includes any body or person affected or representing some relevant aspect of the public Interest) have the right to object to a notified application within the time prescribed in the Regulations to the Ad. B. RIGHT OF APPEAL Any applicant, whether the application was a notified application or not, and every body or person who objected to a notified application, has the right, (in accordance with Section 69 of the Ad) within one month after the notification of the decision, to appeal to the Planning Tribunal against the A Council's decision or against any condition, restriction or prohibition Imposed. w Onehungs District Scheme,· page 63 · 1.14.2.9 Other Provisions . -· A. LAPSING OF CONSENT In accordance with Section 70 of the Act, any consent given to a planning application lapses on expiry of a period of two years after the date on which it was given, unless the application has been implemented or there has been substantial progress to that end. B. VARIATION OR CANCELLATION OF CONDITIONS An application may be made to the Council to change or cancel any condition if it Is considered that changed circumstances caused the condition to become inappropriate or unnecessary. The Council has the discretion to vary or cancel the condition, or may iff1)0se new conditions if it considered the circumstances warrant it. If the condition were imposed on an application which was publicly notified, Section 71 of the Act requires the amendment to be by way of a further notified application. C. SCHEME CHANGES In order to meet changing needs and requirements the Council may, from time to time, give notice of its intention to make changes in this Scheme. The procedure is largely the same as for the preparation of the Scheme, with rights for affected parties to object and appeal. D. WORKS CONTRARY TO A PROPOSED CHANGE OR REVIEW When a Scheme has been publicly notified for review, or a change to the Scheme has been notified, any proposed use of building which does not conform with the provisions of the review or the change must be the subject of a planning application unless the use or development is in accordance with those provisions specified in Sedion 75 of the Act. An application for consent to works contrary to a proposed review shall be an application with notice unless the proposed work for which consent is sought would not have been required to be notified had the proposed change or review been operative at the time the application was made. The Council will consider the application a~ if it were the type of application that would have been required had th~ proposed change or review been operative at the time the application was made, and will grant or decline consent to the application accordingly. - 1.14.2.1 0 Information to be Provided with Applications All applications for use or development of a site (including Town Planning approval as described in clause 1.14.2) shall be accompanied by plans providing the following information: A. SITE PLANS Shall be drawn to a recognised metric scale (1 :100, 1:200 or 1:500) and including the following: a) Street name and number and area of all lots comprising the proposed site. b) North point. c) All boundaries, including those of all lots coffl)rising the site. d) Location and the proposed use of the building, accessory buildings and any existing buildings on the proposed site. (Full extent of all eaves, balconies and verandahs are to be shown.) .e) Position and dimensions of all required parking and loading spaces, access and manoeuvring - areas, truck turning movements and footpath crossings. Onehunga District Scheme, page 64 f) Any retaining_wall. - g) Existing trees and details of required landscaping, Including plant species and paving, etc. h) Other information required in the relevant zone, eg: living or service courts, etc. ij Details of any excavation or landfill where known. D Existing easements on the site. k) Contours and/or spot levels relating site gradients to the buildings giving sufficient detail to establish surface drainage paths. 8. BUILDING DETAILS Shall be drawn to a recognised metric scale, 1 :50, 1:100 or 1 :200 (in the case of very large sites) and include the following: a) Floor plans of all proposed and existing buildings on the site. b) Use of all rooms in all proposed and existing buildings. - c) Elevations of proposed buildings and the original ground level at the boundaries, and the foundations of the building. d) Number of floors. e) Height of the building relative to finished ground levels at the exterior foundations. f) Height of retaining walls relative to original ground levels. g) Materials of the external finish and cladding of the building (including joinery, roof sheathings, etc.). In the case of controlled uses, the colour and materials finish shall also be given. · 1.14.2.11 Certification of Application Information A. HEIGHT Where the Council considered that a proposed development approaches the maximum overall height, or height in relation to boundary permitted in the zone, it may require information certified - by a registered surveyor to establish that the development will comply with these requirements. A suitable permanent datum point shall be established as a ref ere nee mark for all levels and the location of this datum shall be shown on a plan to be submitted by the surveyor. a) The applicant must ensure that the plans show the levels of all floors and the level of the highest point of the roof in terms of the surveyor's datum. b) All the above shall be carried out prior to planning consent being given. c) On completion of that floor that is first constructed, information certified by a registered surveyor may be required by the Council defining the level of that floor In terms of the same datum. · - Onehunga District Scheme, page 65 -· 8. LOCATION Where the legal boundaries of a property cannot be clearty defined so as to allow the accurate layout of the building in accordance with the approved plans, Council reserves the right to require that such boundaries be defined by a registered surveyor. C. TITLES Where the Council considers that uncertainty exists as to the correct description of land within a title, it reserves the right to require a certified copy ·of the relevant title prior to consenting to the establishment of any use or the development of any land. - Oneh_unga District Scheme, page 66 ------· .,_ 1.15 DEFINITIONS Access Lot means a lot owned in common in undivided shares by the owner:; of two -- or more adjoining lots for the principal purpose of providing street frontage and/or access to those lots, and the interests In which are recorded in the Certificates of Title for these adjoining lots In terms of Section 279(2)(e) of the Local Government Act 1974, or which is approved by the Council as a private way pursuant to Section 348 of the Act. Accessory Buildings means a building the use of which is incidental to that of any other building or buildings on the site and in relation to a site on which no building has been erected, is incidental to the use which may be pennitted on such a site. Accessway means land used to give vehicular or pedestrian access to land or buildings and includes access lots, access drives and entrance strips. The Act means the Town and County Planning Act 1977 and includes its - amendments, and also any act passed in substitution of it or part of it. Auction Rooms means any land or building, or part thereof, on or in which goods are offered for sale by auction. Ancillary to means a use which is incidental and subordinate to the main or principal use of the premises; and further, the main or principal use of the premises does not rely on the ancillary use to function or exist. Bank means any building or part thereof used for carrying on the business of banking by a trading bank or trustee or Post Office Savings Bank, and shall include building societies. Boarding House means a residential building in which board and/or lodging is provided or intended to be provided of a pennanent or semi-permanent nature exceeding periods of more than 1 week for reward or payment _for five or more boarders or lodgers (other than members of the family of the occupier or the person in charge or control of the building), but does not include a licensed hotel or"building forming part of a motor camp or hotel. 4t Building means any structure, whether temporary or pennanent, movable or immovable, (including any structure which requires a building permit under the Council's by-laws) but does not include the following: a) any fence or wall not exceeding 2 metres in heighl, provided that the fence or wall is not used for advertising or for any purpose other than a fence or wall. b) any retaining wall not exceeding a height of 1.2 metres. C) any underground tank. d) any mast, pole, radio or television aerial, that does not exceed 6 metres in height above the point of attachment or IISbase support. ' e) any scaffolding orfalsework erected temporarily for maintenance or construction purposes. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 67 - · Building Facade means, in relation to the Mall Special Development Area, the face of the building to the street above verandah level, or first floor level, which ever is applicable. Building Improvement Centre means premises used for the storage, display and sale of goods and materials used in the construction, repair, alteration and renovation of buildings, and includes builders' and pluni>ing supply centres, and home a1d building display centres, but does not Include premises where the processing and machining of timber and other construction materials and products is carried on . Casino . (see Section 4 - Clause 4.2.2 Land Uses in Town Centre) Churches and Church Halls means in each case, the whole of a building used for public or private worship, religious ceremonies, religious instruction, church meetings. and may include ancillary use by local community organisations for educational, recreational or social purposes. Clubroom means premises which are set aside for the use. convenience and 9 enjoyment of a recreational or community organisation carried on without a view to profit. Commercial Service means any use or activity which provides a service to people and other businesses where the premises are similar in character and appearance to a shop and includes a hairdressing salon, drycleaning shop, photo- graphic develop and print premises, photocopy centres and a domestic appliance repair shop but does not include the servicing or repair of nemal combustion engines, motor vehicles or the fitting of any part to, or the dismantling of motor vehicles. Conditional Use in relation to land in any zone, means any development, use or building which is appropriate to the zone, but which may not be appropriate on every site within the zone (or which may require special conditions), and which requires approval as a conditional use under Section 72 of the Act. Container Depot means a depot where goods arrive and/or depart in a reusable cargo container, and includes premises which store, service, repair and clean such containers. Controlled Use in relation to any land in any zone. means those developments, uses or - buildings which are permitted subject to such powers and discretions specified in the Scheme as are necessary or desirable to achieve the general purposes of the Scheme and to give effect to the policies and objectives contained in the Scheme relating to: a) landscaping, b) the design and external appearance of buildings, c) the location and design of vehicular access to and from the site. Council means the Onehunga Borough Council or any committee, sub-commit- tee or person to whom the Council's powers, duties and discretion under this Scheme have lawfully been delegated. Day Care Centre means any site or building where children younger than 7 years of age are educated and/or cared for, and also means premises providing care for older children before and after school hours and day care facilities for - elderty, Intellectually and physically handicapped persons, but does not Onehunga District Scheme, page 68 ------..... include resldential accommodation other than for the owner or person - (and his/her family) in charge of the day care facility. For the purpose of this Scheme, Day Care Centre and Pre-school Centre may be used interchangeably. Density means the number of household units pennitted on a site In terms of the provisions of this Scheme. The density of rear sites shall be calculated on the basis of the net area of the site. Department Store means a store operated as a single entity in which a significant part of its retail floorspace is for the sale of apparel and personal goods, but which may inckJde the sale of household supplies other than food. Development in relation to any land, means the carrying out of any work on the land, including the construction or alteration of any building or structure or the making of any excavation, but does not include a subdivision of the land. Development Controls means those controls specified in the various sections of this Scheme with which all development permitted as a predominant or controlled usee must comply. Disabled Person's Housing means 1 or more household units constructed by the Council or any public, religious or charitable organisation for sale or letting to disabled persons. All units shall be designed and constructed in accordance with New Zealand Standard Specification 4121 to meet the needs of the disabled. Drive-in Facilities is a method of operation of a use of land and/or building to provide primarily for patrons who arrive and depart from the site by motor vehicle: and facilities are provided which enable a transaction to be completed while the patron remains In t~ motor vehicle. Elderly Person's Housing means housing built for occupation by elderly and retired people and under the management of the Council, the Crown or an incorporated society recognised by the Inland Revenue Department as a charitable institution, provided that such housing shall not be sold, leased or otherwise disposed of as household units. Entrance Strip in relation to a rear site, means all that part of the site extending from thee street frontage serving primarily to give vehicular access to the site: and being in the case of: a) residential zones, less than 7.Sm in width, or b) in industrial zones, having a width as specified by Clause 3.8.3 of this Scheme. Such width being measured at right angles to the course of the right-of- way. Erection In relation to any building, Includes the re-erection or structural alteration of, or the making of any addition to the building, or the relocating of a building whether on another position on the same site or elsewhere: and •erecr and ·erected9 having corresponding meanings. Exduslon Zone In relation to an LPG Installation, means those areas In which no dwellings or any other buildings or any place of regular occupation, tnclucfing hospitals or schools other than the service station Itself, are presel1. Where the installation Is not related to a service station, t4 exclusion zone shall apply to all buildings or other places of· regular Onehunga District Scheme, page 69 ocx:upation which function Independently of the use occupying the site, unless all parts of the building affeded by the zone are adequately -- protected by an appropriate standard of fire-rating. Extensive Retail Outlet means an individual store in a single tenancy having a gross floor area in excess of 300m2, but which excludes supennarkets and department stores. Firewood and Coal Yards means any land and/or buikfings used for the storage and sale of wood, coal, and similar materials (exckJding gas and oils) commonly used for domestic heating purposes. Flood Sensitive Area means any area within the 50 year flood level as advised by the Council and generally identified as a flood sensitive area on Appendix 6 of Section 1. Funeral Directors Premises means premises used for the purpose of directing or conducting funerals and may include mortuary facilities and buildings or parts thereof set aside as a funeral chapel. Garage means an accessory building or part thereof used for housing motor - vehicles. For the purpose of this Scheme, "carport· and "garage" may be used interchangeably. Garden Centre means any site containing an area of at least 1,000m2 and buildings thereon used for the purpose of retailing or wholesaling garden supplies to the general public. Such a centre is distinct from the definition of a shop because it has a large outdoor display area offering a wide range of basic gardening materials, including large garden items such as fence and paving materials, large trees (at least 2m high), garden furniture, garden- ing tools and bulk domestic garden fertilisers. Gross Floor Area means the sum of the gross area of all floors of the building measured from the exterior faces of the exterior walls or from the centre-line of walls separating 2 buildings. Hall means a building licensed or capable of being licensed for public assembly and used for arts and recreation, including adive and passive sports and games, public meetings and exhibitions, but does not include any premises licensed or capable of being licensed under the Sale of - liquor Act 1962. · Handcraft means the production of goods by hand, or with hand tools, or by mechanical appliance where each component and each stage of produc- tion is completely controlled by the designer. Where appliances are used, they shall not be used to: a) produce the goods (other than an original or first example) in a repetitive manner, eg: through the use of jigs, templates, moulds, patterns, dyes, jollies or other similar devices, or; b) produce the goods other than through the dired control of the operator, or; C) produce the goods according to a predetermined pattern In a produdion run. Onehunga District Scheme, page 70 · Hardcourt Area means an area surfaced with hard paving of asphalt, concrete or similar- material for the purpose of providing a playing surf ace for tennis, netball and similar outdoor sporting activities. Hazardous Substances means dangerous goods as defined In the Dangerous Goods kt 1974, toxic substances as defined by the Toxic Substances kt 1979, and any other Inflammable, toxic, explosive, Infectious, radio-active, or other substance which may seriously impair ti.Iman, plant or animal health. Health and Fitness Centre means premises which provide facilities which are available for use by the public for the promotion of physical fitness or beauty culture and Includes gymnasia, saunas and figure control clinics, but excludes any premises to which the provisions of the Massage Par1ours Act 1978 apply. Height In relation to any building and unless specifically provided for In any other part of the scheme, means whichever of the following distances is greater: a) The vertical distance between ground level at any point and the - highest part of the building immediately above that point (see diagram A): DIAGRAM A: ELEVATION , , ,-- --- TM .Mxiay111 htigM plont tsoctty llli111ic1 , the poYlld le,_.1 OW9r IN WNle Sitt. ----' The ground plane 11 made up ol lhe llvell , ------•• the Ume of 11bdlvi1lon , , , ., ., ., EOl1tl Fill Retoining Woll Propoled Eor1h Fiaing ond Earth • Cutting hove no effect .. IIIOXilllYIII height plane ------lior111 Cut 11nder INildiftl fw losen,et'lt HEIGHT • ROLLING HEIGHT METHOD - Onehunga District Scheme, page 71 b) The vertical distance between the highest part of the building and -· mean_ground level (see diagram B): DIAGRAM 8: ELEVATCN - i • -----Fi11ishtd Groulld ~•I IGaroge wndtr) B A •------• Mean Ground Ltvel ii calculated / around the 111te,nal toundationa The level taken at eKh point ia 1111 Ground Level al the time ot the 1ubdiw111on • (He dehrution "HEIGHT"t E F ' The level taken. at th11 po,nt will be the Gro11nd Level w~h no allowa,_ made tor prgposed Ea11h Filling C o, The level taken at lhia point will be the Ground Level w~h no allowance mad• lo, propo11d Eanh Cutting HEIGHT • MEAN GROUND LEVEL METHOD For the purpose of this definition: "Ground Lever means the finished level of an approved subdivision. "Mean Ground Lever means the average ground level at the external foundations of the building. -Highest Part of the Building• means the highest part of the main structure of the building, Including parapets, without taking account of projections measuring not more than 2m in a horizontal plane and projecting not more than 1.Sm above the - maxiroom permitted height of the main structure. Onehunga District Scheme, page 72 Hire Premises means any land and/or building or part thereof used for the purposes C>I - storing mechanical equipment, tools, or motor vehicles for the purposes of hiring these items to the general public and/or for commercial or industrial use. Home Occupation means an occupation, craft or profession which complies with the following: a) the principal person responsible for and performing the occupa- tion resides In the household unit or minor household unit; b) is incidental and secondary to the use of the household unit for residential purposes; c) the occupation, craft and profession is carried on either wholly within a residential building unit or within an accessory building erected or modified for the purpose and constructed to the satisfaction of the Council, provided that not more than 1/3 of a household unit shall be used for other than residential purposes; - d) not more than 1 person outside the family is employed in the home occupation and the total number of persons engaged in the home occupation does not exceed 3; e) there is no exterior display or variation from the residential character of the household or neighbourhood (except a sign as provided for in Section 1.9); f) the generated characteristics are not significantly different from those of other predominant or controlled uses in the zone, and in particular no discemible vibration, noise, smoke, smell, fumes or significant increase in traffic is produced; g) no retail sales are made from the site other than handcraft produced on the property, fruit and/or vegetables grown on the property. Without detracting from the generality of the foregoing, home occupa- - tions shall not include any activity involving any panel beating, spray- · · painting, motor vehicle repairs, fibre-glassing, heavy trade vehicles (except the ovemight storage of 1 such vehicle), sheet metal work, wrecking of motor vehicles, bottle or scrap metal storage, rubbish collection service (except that empty clean drums may be stored in a suitable screened area), servicing of internal combustion engines, wrought iron work or manufacture, motor body building, fish processing, massage partour, breeding or boarding of dogs or cats or any process which involves regular use of power tools, drilling or hammering. Offices for health care services as defined in the scheme are excluded from this definition. Hotel means premises: a) in which accommodation is provided for the travelling public; and b) in which liquor is sold for consumption on the premises (and may include such sale for consu~lon off the premises); and - Onehunga District Scheme, page 73 c) for which a Hotel Premises Licence has been Issued or has been authorised In terms of the Sale of Liquor Act 1962 and subsequent -· amendments or the premises are deemed to be licensed pursuant to Section 34A(2) of the Licensing Trust Act 1949. Household means every housekeeping unit, whether of 1 or more persons. Household Unit means 1 or more rooms which are designed to contain living, sleeping, cooking, ablution and water closet facilities and can be occupied exclu- sively by 1 household, notwithstanding that laundry and other facilities or other rooms or passageways may be used In common with other . occupants or uses of the site. Junk Yard means any land and/or buildings or parts thereof used for the storage and recovery of used goods and/or material for the purposes of sale to the general public and includes a demolition yard, and scrap metal dealer. Kokiri means any land and/or buildings in which training and tuition is given in respect of any of the following: a) any trade, profession or occupation, - b) any skill or art that promotes the general social well-being of the community, , c) Maori language, Maori customs and traditions, Maori arts and handicrafts, and other aspects of Maori culture essential to the identity of the Maori race, d) languages, customs, traditions, and arts and handicrafts of members of other races. Training Assistance Centre shall have the same meaning. Landscaping means the planting and treatment of a site or part of a site for the purpose of protecting the character and enhancing the amenities of the site and adjacent areas, as defined in Appendix 1 of Section 1 of this Scheme. Living Court means an area of outdoor open space directly associated with the living space of a household unit and provided for the exclusive use of occu- pants of the unit for gardening and other passive recreational uses. It shall be clear of driveways, parking and manoeuvring spaces and buildings except that pergolas and similar open-framed structures may - be erected in the court, provided they occupy no more than 25% of the area of the court and are compatible with its function as intended by this Scheme. Swimming pools may be erected in any living court subject to compliance with the relevant requirements of this Scheme. Loading Space means a space on a site which ls s.et aside for the sole purpose of loading or unloading a vehicle. Lunch Bar see Takeaway Food Premises. Management Plan means a plan prepared in accordance with the provisions of the Reserves Ad19n. Manufacturing the processing and production of materials and articles using labour and/ - or machinery. ·--, ·- Onehungs District Scheme, page 74 ·Marae includes land and buildings generally associated with a Maori sub-tribe_ or tribes (for example a meeting house, kitchen, dining hall, ablution facilities) which are used for f amity, cultural, educational, community gatherings. Marae can also be associated with Pacific Island groups. Minor Household Unit means the smaller of 2 household units sharing a site, which Is erected primarily to accommodate a member or dependant of the household occupying the larger unit, but may be used as a small rental unit in a home and income situation. It shall comply with the following: a) land on which It is located shall not be disposed of independently of the larger household unit. Council approval to the disposal of a minor household unit by way of cross lease or unit title will therefore not be permitt~. b) the gross floor area of a unit shall not exceed 55m2. c) the development controls of the zone relating to minor household units. A Motor Vehicle Dealership means premises used primarily for the sale of new motor • Centres vehicles by a dealer in the same. Such premises shall include a showroom, ancillary offices, the supply and sale of parts and accessories and the provision of repairs and servicing of vehicles sold from the site or for which the franchise for the new car sales are held. The premises may also include: a) the sale of new or used motorcycles, caravans, boats, light trailers and used motor vehicles. b) the supply of parts and accessories and/or the provision of repairs and servicing of vehicles referred to under (a) above. This activity shall not include panel-beating, spray-painting, engine reboring, crankshaft grinding or the metalling of engine parts. Motor Vehicle Repair means premises used for any one or more of the following: Services · a) motor vehicle engine and/or body repairs, b) overhauling of motor vehicles, c) panel-beating, trimming or spray-painting of motor vehicles. e d) the storage, sale, repair and fitting of tyres. Motor Vehicle Wreckers means any land and/or building used for the wrecking of motor vehicles and for storing used vehicle parts for the purpose of selling these goods to the general public or trade. Nett Area in relation to a site, means the total area of the site, excluding any part subjed to any road-widening, designation for public work, entrance strip or right-of-way. Non-habitable in relation to a residential building, means those parts of the building used for service functions such as garage, laundry, toilet, hall, workshop, and exclude those rooms which are or may be used as a living room, sitting room, bedroom, dining room, general am.isement room, reception room and a kitchen having a floor area of 7 .4m2 or more. Non-Notified Application means any application for planning consent which does not require public notification In terms of the Ad. - Onehungs District Scheme, page 75 ·' -· Office means a professlonal, commercial or administrative office and Includes the premises or a computer bureau or data bank, but does not include banks or health care services. Off ices for Health means an office used by any of the following: Care Services - Podiatrists - Chiropractors - Chemical psychologists - Dental technicians - Dentists · - Dieticians - Medical practitioners - Medical radiographers - Medical social workers and counsellors - Medical technologists - Occupational therapists - Opticians - Optical dispensers - Pharmacists - Physiotherapists - Psychotherapists Onehunga Mall means that part of Onehunga Mall shown on the planning map as a pedestrian mall and designated for the purpose in this Scheme. Parking Space · means a space on a site which is set aside for parking a motor vehicle. Permitted Developments, means those classes of development, uses and buildings which Uses and Buildings are specified in the Scheme as predominant, conditional or controlled. Place of Assembly means any building used for the public and/or private assembly of people primarily for worship, education or deliberation, but does not include a place of entertai1:1ment. Place of Entertainment means any amusement parlour, dance hall or other place used princi- pally for any public performance or public amusement or recreation whether a charge is made for admission thereto or not, but does not include a place of assembly. - in relation to land in any zone, means any development, use or building Predominant Use which is permitted as of right, provided it complies in all respects with all development controls, restrictions, prohibitions and conditions specified in the Scheme. Pre-school Centre means a day care centre as defined by this Scheme. Principal Household Unit means the larger of two household units on a site on which a minor household unit exists. Private Hospital means a building licensed or capable of being licensed as a private hospital under the Hospital Act 1957 and its amendments. Protected Tree means any tree with a height in excess of 8 metres to which Clauses 1.8.2.4, 2.3.5.16 and 5.11.5 of this Scheme apply. - Public Reserve see Reserve. Onehunga District Scheme, page 76 ·Recreation Facilities means any,.land andlor building (other than reserves) used for fonnal- recreation purposes by a sports andlor games club or the public gener- ally, and includes squash courts, mini golf centres and health centres. A Club Charter or Club Licence as defined in the Sale of Liquor Act 1962 and amendments, may be Issued in respect of such facilities. Regulations means the Town and Country Planning Regulations 1978. Reserve means (except as defined specifically In Section 5 of this Scheme): a) any land which is held by the Council on trust for any reserve or public recreation purpose: or b) land set aside for public recreation under any statutory provision, and includes a reserve within the meaning of the Reserves Act 19n. Residential Accommodation means any building or part thereof used, or intended to be used, for human habitation. e Residential Boundary means the boundary a site shares with an immediately adjacent site which is zoned residential. Residential Building means any building or part of a building used, or intended to be used, for human habitation. Restaurant means any land or building or part thereof (other than a licensed hotel, tavem or tourist house premises as defined in the Sale of Liquor Act 1962), on, or in which, meals are regularly supplied on sale to the general public for consumption on the premises and includes premises with a food and entertainment licence or Bring Your Own Liquor permit. Rest Home means premises licensed or capable of being licensed as a home under the Old Peoples Homes Regulations 1980. Retirement Centre means an integrated complex providing residential accommodation primarily in the fonn of residential units and shall also include the provision of rest home, private hospital and recreation facilities fore residents of the centre. . . ·· Road has the meaning ascribed to it in Section 315 of the Local Government Act and, for the purposes of this Scheme, includes "streer. Scheduled Tree means any tree listed in Appendix 5.2 of this Scheme. Scheme means this District Scheme and the several sections, clauses, diagrams and appendices co111>rising it. Scrap Metal Dealer see Junk Yard. Service Court means an area of outdoor open space provided for the domestic service needs of the occupants of a household unit and used In conjunction with the kitchen and laundry. Clothes lines and similar open structures may be erected in the court provided they are compatible with this service function. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 77 -- Service Station means premises used for the refuelling, lubricating and other servicing and repairs of vehicles, and includes the following provided that they are secondary to and undertaken in conjunction with any or all of the foregoing activities: - the display for sale of motor vehicles - the hire of vehicles and equipment - the sale of vehicle spare parts and accessories - the sale or hire of other goods and the provision of services -but excludes panel beating, spray painting, engine rebores, aankshaft grinding and metalling of engine parts. Shop means any land, building or part of a building on or in which goods are sold, exposed or offered for sale by retail and includes a lending library and auction mart but does not include premises for the sale of fuel for motor vehicles, car sales premises, restaurants or takeaway bars. - Showhome means a relocatable building used for the purpose of public display and promotion. Sign means any device intended to attract attention for the purpose of directing, identifying, informing or advertising, visible from any public place or nearby sites, and includes those affixed to or incorporated within the design of a building whether by painting or otherwise and any board, hoarding or other structure which supports the sign but excludes any advertising matter placed on or within a display window of a commercial premises. Site means an area of land which: a) ij is contained in one Certificate of Title; or ii) is contained in a single allotment of an approved survey plan of subdivision and for which a separate Certificate of Title could be issued without further approval by Council e, being in either case the smaller land area of (i) and (ii); or b) is held in two or more Certificates of Title, subject to a condition imposed under Section 643 of the Local Government Act.1974. PROVIDED THAT: in the case of land divided under the Unit Trtles Act 1972, "site· shall be deemed to be the whole of the land subject to the unit development. CORNER SITE:. means a site which lies within a general change of direction of the abutting street(s), such change of direction being 45 degrees or more. (See diagram below.) FRONT SITE: means a site which complies with the subdivislonal standards specified In this Scheme In respect of a front site, but which does not comply with the requirements for a comer site. (See diagram below.) , Onehunga District Scheme, page 78 REAR SITE: means any site which is situated generally to the rear of another and has frontage to the road by means of an entrance strip or access lots. (See diagram below.) NON-STANDARD SITE: means an area of land which was a site before the coming Into operation of this Scheme and which does not C0"1)1y with the subdivlslonal standards specified in this Scheme In respect of a front site, comer site or rear site. l1A& I.LU Sll'l 5111 ,lONT .. S111 =ti FROO FICHT fl~ COIi.NH S111 snt 5111 Sll'l STU£T Site Coverage means that portion of a site which may be covered by buildings or parts of buildings (including overhanging or cantilevered parts of buildings measured horizontally from the exterior wall), carparking spaces for household units (whether covered or uncovered), and any part of uncovered decks or terraces which are more than 1 metre above the ground level immediately below; provided that the following shall not be Included in site coverage: · a) shade houses or aviaries and similar structures, whether attached to a building or free-standing, the roof and wall cladding of which (where it exists) is transparent or is formed of slats which cover no more than 50% of the framework; b) pergolas; c) that part of the eaves and spouting projecting 600 mm or less, measured horizontally from the exterior wall; - d) any swimming pool or walls not more than 1 metre above ground level at any point. In the case of rear sites, the net site area shall be used in calaJlating permitted site coverage. Specimen Tree means a tree, at least 2m high when planted, which is capable of maturing into a large (forest scale) tree, having landscape significance beyond the boundaries of the site on which is is planted. Sportsground means an area which has been formed or prepared to ~vlde an appropriate playing surface, physically demarcated, which at certain times is set aside for the exclusive use of an organised sporting code and Includes a rugby or soccerfleld, cricket oval, athletic or cycling track and bowling green, but does not Include tennis or netball courts, or other. hardcourt areas. W Onehunga District Scheme, page 79 Staff Recreation Facilities means any land and/or building, or part thereof, used for formal and/or -· informal recreational activities by the staff (and their guests) of the company occupying and/or owning the industrial premises which makes up the principal use of the site. These facilities may Include staff social ckJb rooms and may hold a Club Charter or Club Licence as defined in the Sale of Liquor Act 1962 and amendments thereto. Standing Space means a space on a site for the short-term stopping of a vehicle. Starter Housing means housing built for oca.ipation by young married couples with no . children and under the management of the Council, the Crown or an incorporated society recognised by the Inland Revenue Department as a charitable institution, provided that such housing shall not be sold, leased or otherwise disposed of as household units. Storage Yards means any land or part thereof used for the storage of goods and/or materials related to commercial or industrial activity but does not include the sale of these goods to the general public. A storage yard does not include a container depot. - Street means "road·. Subdivision has the same meaning as in Part XX of the Local Government Act 1974 and "subdivide· has a corresponding meaning. Swimming Pool means a pool for private recreational use and includes any spa pool. Takeaway Food Premises means premises where light meals are prepared and sold generally for consumption off the premises, and includes fast food outlets with or without facilities for goods to be consumed on the premises. Tavern means a premises holding a Tavern Premises Licence as defined by the Sale of Liquor Act 1962 and subsequent amendments, or deemed to be so licensed pursuant to Section 34A(2) of the Licensing Trust Act 1949. - - Neighbourhood Tavern means a tavern to accommodate not more than 200 persons. In ascertaining the design capacity of such a premises the following shall apply: Public Bar: 0.93m2 per customer Lounge and Private Bar: 1.1 0m2 per customer Restaurant: 1.40m2 per customer Games Room: 1.86m2 per customer Tea Kiosk means premises where only snacks, light meals, beverages and confec- tionery are sold for consurll)tion on or at the premises. Terrace means the benched formation of the ground in order to provide seating for spectators and does not include a structure erected above the ground for which a building permit is required. Trade Showroom means a building, or part thereof, where Items are displayed for sale by way of trade of other businesses only (and not to the general public). Such a showroom shall function as an ancillary part of a warehouse or .maoofacturing use, and shall ocaJPY no more than 25% of the gross floor area of the building used for the principal purpose. - Training Assistance Centre See Kokiri. Onehunga District Scheme, page BO ______,_ · Travellers' Accommodation means land or buildings used for transient residential acx:ommodatlon- and includes motels, holiday flats, motor and tourist lodges and all rented residential acx:ommodation which is offered for a daily tariff (other than hotels or licensed tourist premises), and may Include the provision of ancillary facilities such as restaurant and conference facilities which are available to residents and the general public. Trucking Depot means any land and/or building which Is primarily used for the receipt, despatch or consolidation of goods In transit being transported by goods service vehicles by road where the goods are not owned or processed by the owner or occupier of that building, but does not Include a container depot. A trucking depot may provide storage for goods service vehicles and/or workshop and servicing facilities for the same. Veterinary Clinic means premises used by a veterinary surgeon but excludes the boarding of animals other than the overnight stay of animals undergoing treatment. Warehouse means premises used for the storage of materials, articles or goods, owned or held as consignment by the occupier of the building and stor~ pending sale or distribution, but does not include a shop, container depot or trucking depot. Wholesale Liquor Outlet means premises from which liquor is sold in quantities of not less than 8 litres to any particular customer. Yard means part of a site which is to be kept clear and unobstructed by buildings from the ground upwards, except that the eaves of any building and any roof, gutter or downpipe may project over any yard by not more than 600mm, and except as otherwise provided for by this Scheme. FRONT YARD: means a yard between the street line and a line parallel thereto and. extending across the full width of the site, provided that where any building line is shown on the Planning Maps this line shall be substituted for the existing street line. (See diagram below.) REAR YARD: means a yard in any site other than a comer site, such yard being bounded by the rear boundary of the site and a line extending across the- full width of the site. Provided that a rear yard in respect of any rear site means a yard which, except for any portion of the site comprised in an entrance strip, lies between the full length of all boundaries of the site and a line parallel thereto. (See diagram below.) . SIDEYARD: means a yard which, except for any portion of the site comprised In a front or rear yard, lies between the full length of a side boundary and a line · parallel thereto. (See diagram below.) - Onehunga District Scheme, page 81 -- , Provided that: a) In respect of a comer site, every boundary not being a street frontage shall be deemed to be a side boundary; b) where a site Is subject to a right-of-way easement for purposes of access to a rear site, the side boundary shall be deemed to be the Una that divides the right-of-way from the rest of the site. Diagram here , • Clpe,,Spece P,otecuon Yatl! F • FIDN Ya,o. S • SlcleY&III A• AeatYatll ..,... E • Enrrance S1"41 ..• - ti - Onehunga District Scheme, page B2 ·ABBREVIATIONS: The following abbreviations are used in this Scheme: Auck.Ed.Board Auckland Education Board AEPB Auckland Electric Power Board ARC Auckland Regional Council OBC Onehunga Borough Council MOWD Ministry of Works and Development NZR New Zealand Railway - - - Onehunga District Scheme, page B3 - . SECTION ONE : APPENDIX 1 - LANDSCAPE DESIGN 1. Definition Landscaping means the plarding and treatment of a site or part of a site, for the purpose of protecting the character and enhancing the amenities of the site and acfJacent areas. It Includes the planting of trees, shrubs and grass; earthworks, ground formation and related drainage and the establish- ment of elements such as walls, fences screens and amenity features. 2. Purpose of Landscape Requirement Landscaping may be undertaken to achieve the following objectives: • To improve the overan appearance of a development and enhance the relationship between buildings and the environment. • To complement buildings with natural colour, form and materials. • To provide a visual link between development on adjoining sites. • To ensure the site is functional. • To create a sense of visual harmony. • To minimise conflicts of scale. • To visually soften hard or bleak areas. • To screen unsightly parts of a development. • To act as a physical barrier between sites or parts of sites. • To provide shelter and shade. • To reduce the effect of noise. 3. General Principles of Landscaping Landscape design (and especially the preservation of existing site features) shall be considered from the outset of any design exercise, as an integral part of a development, not merely a feature to be added at the end of the sequence. Landscaping techniques will vary according to the natural features existing on the site, the soil type, the micro-climate, the proposed function and character of the development, its relationship to adjoining sites, and the existence of special problems such as noise. All landscaping is to be designed and carried out in accordance with sound landscaping practice. I) Existing features on a site such as change of grade or significant trees shall be retained and incorporated into landscape proposals wherever practicable. ii) Existing trees must be allowed adequate space for further growth, and given adequate protection during construction. One some sites the retention of existing trees may be all that is necessary to meet the landscape requirements. iii) New planting of trees and shrubs will however nearly always be required. Careful choice shall be exercised to find trees that will enhance the site both with form and dimension, grow to the required size and withstand the climatic conditions of the site without creating future mairnenance problems or interfering with underground services. The choice between evergreen and deciduous species is determined by considerations of winter sunlight and possible engineering and maintenance problems of leaf drop during autumn. New planting should blend with existing species established in the locality. The choice of trees which are in scale with the proposed development is also important. One or two large trees will often be more effective than many small shrubs. Special consideration of tree types shall be exercised in areas with poor soils or subject to strong winds or sea spray. All areas for planting must be free from perennial weeds. An adequate water supply Is to be provided either by an Integrated Irrigation system, or by the provision of ample watering points throughout the site. The use of native species is encouraged. ·- Onehunga District Scheme, page B4 Planting will normally be carried out during winter (between May and October) and - completed within the first such period following completion of the development. Where tree planting is undertaken from containers at other times of the year, close attention is to be given to watering and staking of these plants in their early stages in order that they may survive. The design of soft landscape features (ie: plants) must Include protection by kerbs, barriers or walls, for all areas likely to be wlnerable to damage from pedestrians or vehicles. Space must be left to allow trees to develop to maturity both below and above the ground. They should not be located in positions where they will later cause prolonged shading of living or working areas. New trees will normally have a minirn.im height of 1.2m except where the Scheme specifies and must be firmly staked and tied. Where new planting is proposed a detailed plan shall be required showing the number, location, species, age and dimensions to all existing and proposed trees and shrubs. iv) Services: Special note shall be taken of all services both underground and overhead. In some restricted areas where underground services are vulnerable certain types of trees may - be grown in pipes or enclosures set into the ground. In general, willows, poplars and wattles should not be planted. v) Paths and paving: Continuous concrete or bitumen can be relieved with such paving materials as brick, tile, stone, concrete slabs, concrete paving blocks or hardwood block. Various types of open concrete paving materials such as Gobi block allow parking and heaving foot traffic areas to have a grassed appearance. Suitable paving materials when correctly used, can readily distinguish between pedestrian and vehicular areas. vi) Walls and fences can be used to screen service, storage and parking areas and to provide privacy, security and shelter, orto minimise noise. To be effective for screening, they should be at least 1.8m high and constructed of permanent materials in harmony with building materials used elsewhere on the site. A pleasant effect can be achieved when fences are set back two or more metres from the road frontage, with planting in front. vii) Ground cover: After planted areas have been properly cleared of weeds, a suitable ground cover will dramatically minimise further maintenance. The term •ground cover" normally refers to plant material which will maintain a height of 150 to 300 mm, includes such plants as ivy, periwinkle, and prostrate conifers, as well as natural materials such as bark chips, - well-matured saw dust and pebbles. viii) Water can be used to give sparkle, coolness, a restful sound and reflection. Water features are most attractive in courtyards where the reflections and sounds have a particularly soothing effect. Care must be taken to ensure the safety of young children and expert advice should be obtained to avoid problems of maintenance and algae growth. ix) Other elements to be considered In landscape plans are exterior lighting, litter bins, letter boxes, tables and seating, signs, poster display units, bridges, gates, drinking fountains, sculpture and garden omaments, bollards, tree grilles, bike stands, ramps and steps. x) Maintenance: The design shall allow for easy and regular maintenance. Planted areas must be maintained by the developer for one full year beyond the initial planting. This maintenance shall include appropriate cultivation and watering as well as the replacement of any plants which do not survive. Where appropriate, bonds may be requirad. 4. Completion All landscaping shall be completed before the buildings on the site are occupied or wihin the first - planting season (May to October) following C0"1)Ietion of the buildings on the site. To insure that Onehunga District Scheme, page 85 the landscaping is provided as required, a bond may be required sufficient to cover the cost of the -· landscaping before a building permit is issued. Affl)lification of Landscaping Requirements of the Code I) Where landscaping is required along road boundaries, unless a greater width is specified by the Scheme, a depth of 2m will be required and shall Include at least one tree for each 10m of road frontage of the site. Where existing trees on the site are retained these may be credited towards these requirements. The 2m depth can be varied in width provided the equivalent area of landscape planting visible from the road Is provided. A suitable wall along the road boundary constructed in permanent materials that harmonise with the materials of the buildings on the site with one tree planted for each 10m of road frontage, would normally satisfy the landscaping requirements. As an alternative, the setting back of the wall 1m to 2m with planting in front of the wall is acceptable. ii) Where outdoor storage areas of commercial or industrial uses are required to be screened from the road by landscaping then either a wall or fence of minimum height of 1.8m and constructed of permanent materials which harmonise with the buildings on the site will be required or planting of a type that will achieve the same screening. Clothes lines placed in front of residential buildings shall be screened from pedestrians using - the road. iii) For some uses such as elderly person housing, travellers' accommodation, and hospitals, where a certain portion of the site is required to be landscaped, parts of the site set aside as grounds and lawn for the use of occupants can be included as part of the landscape requirements. iv) The landscape planting required between adjoining uses; for exa"l)le between residential and industrial uses or between dwellings and places of assembly is to be designed to provide both a visual screen and psychological barrier between these uses. It will therefore include a wall or fence or substantial planting sufficient to screen for example car headlights at night, the view of unsightly storage spaces from residential properties and provide some reduction in noise and general nuisance to neighbours . • - On.ehungs District Scheme, page B6 "SECTION ONE : APPENDIX 2 - PARKING, MANOEUVRING ANO TURNING DIMENSIONS Manoeuvring and Parking Space Dimensions -- A. Parking Stall Kerb Depth of Depth of Width of Total Angle Width Over- Parking Space Manoeuvring Parking Depth hang from Kerb Space Space metres metres metres metres metres metres 900 2.2 - 1.0 3.9 9.1 2.2 14.0 2.3 1.0 3.9 8.3 2.3 13.2 2.5 1.0 3.9 7.7 2.5 12.6 2.6 1.0 3.9 7.0 2.6 11.9 2.8 1.0 3.9 6.6 2.8 11.5 75° 2.2 1.0 4.2 7.4 2.2 12.6 2.3 1.0 4.2 7.0 2.4 12.2 2.5 1.0 4.2 6.3 2.6 11.5 2.6 1.0 4.2 5.2 2.7 10.4 2.8 1.0 4.2 4.1 2.9 9.3 2.2 1.0 4.2 5.7 2.5 10.9 2.3 1.0 4.2 5.0 2.7 10.2 2.5 1.0 4.2 4.1 2.9 9.3 2.6 1.0 4.2 3.5 3.0 8.7 2.8 1.0 4.2 3.2 3.2 8.4 450 2.2 0.8 4.1 3.3 3.1 8.2 2.3 0.8 4.1 2.7 3.3 7.6 2.5 0.8 4.1 2.6 3.5 7.5 2.6 0.8 4.1 2.4 3.7,; 7.3 2.8 0.8 4.1 2.3 3.9 7.2 300 2.2 0.6 3.4 3.0 4.4 7.0 2.3 0.6 3.4 2.5 4.6 6.5 2.5 0.6 3.4 2.4 5.0 6.4 2.6 0.6 3.4 2.4 5.2 6.4 2.8 0.6 3.4 2.3 5.6 6.3 2.5 0.4 2.1 2.8 6.1 6.1 In the design of parking areas, stall widths of less ,., .. o, ,~ than 2.5m for parking angles of 45° or greater will only •••• be permitted for employee parking or where the De t~ el .,~," D, '" ., MD"OIVWflft parking is not available for use by the general public. 0••·~·"• IPOct •o• •.,. IPOCt Explanation: Stal widlh1 of less than 2.5 m for parlring angles 45' or greatsr «» not alow sufficient room for doors ID .-, A in some cases or Biss -,M:111,w ma- W noe&M8I that 1118 tlfficull for many drivers. . Onehungs District Scheme, page 87 SECTION ONE : APPENDIX 2 - PARKING, MANOEUVRING AND TURNING DIMENSIONS -· B. 90% Two Axled Truck - Swept Path and Design ------===----- ,._ .... ,,,. -- -- ..... ,,,," - / ' ' / ' / ' / 1 ' / ' I \. I ' \ I \ I \ I \ I \ I \ I \ \ \ \ 'I 0, ij h - ~i Iiii5 •.. z-0 0 0 0 L; a "ii• u 0 Cl) 0 II) - N Onehunga District Scheme, page BB . SECTION ONE : APPENDIX 2 - PARKING, MANOEUVRING AND TURNING DIMENSIONS C. Articulated Truck- Swept Path and Design 0 0 --v,---+-f ci, .t: B 0 0 V) Cl) C? .s= co -0, 0 "ii 0 CZ) .s= I~ C co 0, -g§ 0 CD i.w 'D i~ue, e= )]~-II) 0 z-0 .. 0 0 C') o-~ .;. Onehunga District Scheme, page 89 e,- SECTION ONE APPENDIX 2 - PARKING, MANOEUVRING AND TURNING DIMENSIONS D. 90% Motor car - Swept Path and Design 0 0 0 +-~ +-~--+-;+ - 0 0 M CX) 0 0 0 N C") N···':- ·10 '111 0 0 - C') ...... L ...... 8 ii• u en ------ • ,r: •o B CX) - a, _;~ i§ 0 H .. H• - z0 Onehunga District Scheme, page 90 !"' (,/) ::::! -----·------==--=-- 0 -...... i z -- ...... 0 ...... ', s::: m ' ... > 4·280 7•400 ""D ... ""D ' m ' \ (,/) z ' 0 \ CD x \ 'S N \ ""D !!. \ . =:I' \ . . . . DI :II \ t ,._ 1·950 9 0 Note:Mininun recommended clearance fOI' bolh :II sides of the vehicle 600mm z ...... ;,····-·---·········· I z I G') 0 s::: m (,/)z -~ (,/) Scale 1:100 ------·SECTION ONE : APPENDIX3.1 - SIGHT LINES AT INTERSECTIONS ' / ' CORNER DESIGN / ' Minimum kerb / ' radius 9 metres / ' I / 0 / "" / / tersection Point / 30- 30 .... I ~--~- --- . . ·---'-- / ' / ' .... ·. ·... ·. ·... ·.; ·-.·•.·_;.•.-_,;;•,.:.·.· ... ·.... ·...... ·.. ,----...... 1 .... .·.·.· .·.· .·.· · y Road frontage i 0 boundaries are ~- extended to intersect }:(\f;-/ .·.·. -·~\ ·.'•:.·... .,,, OPEN SPACE TRAFFIC CONTROL '\. '\. ',I This ·area shall be kept Vehicular access to site clear of any obstruction - which might block parking and bus stops • shall not be within ' / troff ic sight lines 9 metres of the intersection ' i" / of the two roads t SCALE. 1:500 NOTE ' All standards of design illustrated hereon are jointly applicable to all corners of the intersection - Onehunga District Scheme, page 92 . SECTION ONE APPENDIX 3.2 - ROAD-RAIL LEVEL CROSSING CONTROLS -- OPEN SPACE This orto to be ktpt clear of - buildings or other obsln,clions which might block sight lines. ( Aequirtrn,nl oppliu to oil four c.orners ol lht inteructionJ Ctnlrt Lint of roilwoy I rock. ~i:i:i:t~ I 13L·0 111. 134 ·O 111. --- ( 439' a-1 •. - NOTE :Whtrt thert is IIIOrt thon O'lt railway track on o ltvtl crossing. the 37·0111. 112T s·1 llltGSurtllltnt Olong lht roodwoy shall apply from lht c tntrt lint d th, nt0rest I rock. - Scale 1 :2000 - Onehunga District Scheme, page 93 --SECTION ONE : APPENDIX 4.1 - UNDERGROUND AQUIFERS (Onel"l.lnga and One Tree Hill) :~~ti\11~~j~~tt~ General Area Su~Jec:t to Ground Pol lutlon Control a•••• '~x-iR~- Probable High Production Areas: ••••••••.•••..... : ..... - - Onehungs District Scheme, page 94 - SECTION ONE :· APPENDIX 4.3 - CHEMICALS OR SUBSTANCES WHICH MAY AFFECT WATER QUALITY For information only - not part of the District Scheme a) Responsibility for knowing whether a chemical or substances could have a toxic or undesirable effect if it entered the water supply must always rest with the user and no advice of Council or Council Officers can be taken as release from this responsibility. b) Reference to the lntemational ·Standards for Drinking Water published by the World Health Organisation is recommendect (Up to date editions are held by the library.) C) For guidance only and as examples, Council would most likely consider that the following would constitute a risk to health: · Any substances or chemical compound which contains: either 3.0kg. of Arsenic or 600g of Cadmium or 3.0 kg of Hexavalent Chromium or 3.0 kg of Cyanide or 90.0 kg of Fluorine or 6.0 kg of Lead (except as the element or in insolutable alloys) or 60 g of Mercury (except 2 kg of the element for use in instruments) - or 600 g of Selenium d) For guidance only and as examples, Council would most likely consider that the following would affect the acceptability of the water for domestic uses: 60 g of Phenol or Phenolic Compounds 63 kg of Detergents or other surface active agents 95 kg . -of Copper in chemical compounds 63 kg of Iron in chemical cofT1)0unds 31 kg of Manganese in chemical cofT1)0unds e) The effect of many substances on health or acceptability is not known with certainty. The Engineer should be notified of the proposed use of any of the following classes of materials in order that in the event of accidents suitable precautions can be taken: i) Dyes and substances likely to discolour or be suspended in the water, ii) Substances which would react with chlorine used for water treatment and thus reduce or eliminate the residual chlorine. iii) Radio active materials. - iv) Weedicides, herbicides, fungicides and similar agricultural and horticultural chemicals. v) Compounds or substances containing chemical COfT1)0unds of: barium, beryllium, cobalt, molybdenum, nitrotriacetate, thiocyanate, tin, uranium and vanadium. vij Any other material which might temporarily affect the taste or smell of thewater. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 96 SECTION ONE : APPENDIX 5.1 REGISTER OF BUILDINGS, OBJECTS AND AREAS TO BE PROTECTED (CATEGORY 1) - Explanation of Abbreviations: Architectural significance A C Community significance H Historic signficance s Scientificllandform significance CATEGORY 1: REF NO: BUILDING/OBJECT: STREET ADDRESS: LEGAL DESCPTN: CRITERIA: 1/1 Royal Oak Hotel 1 Campbell Road Pt.Lt 1 DP 11710 H,A,C 1/2 St Peters tower Crurch Street/ Allt9 Sec 18 H,A,C churchyard & trees Onehunga Mall Village of Onehunga 591/170 ltd 1/3 Catholic Church Cnr Church and Lts 5,7,9 of H,A,C "Church of the Galway Streets Section 10 - Assumption·, Graveyard, Presbytery and gateposts 1/4 PresbyterianChurch Cnr Grey St/ Pt.Lt 1 of Sec 5 H,A and cottage Onehunga Mall Onehunga Town (building only) 1/5 Onehunga Woollen 273 Neilson St Pt.DP27175 Sec 40 H,A,C Mills (facade) SOB Pt Secs 50,50A 1/6 House 70A Normans Hill Lts 3,4 DP 33388 A Road 1n Onehunga Club · 303 Onehunga Mall Crown land H,A,C Pt.Us 3,4 of Sec 5 Onehunga Town being e Lt 2 LO 31846 L 49272 1/8 Carnegie library Princes Street Lt 15 DP 33447 H,A,C Onehunga Town 1/9 Blockhouse Quadrant Street NZ Gaz 1981 p.1753 H,C (whole building) Allot 14 Sec 36 Jellicoe Park 1/10 •Journey's EOO- Quadrant Street H,A Replica Fencible Cottage (wh.bldg) ,- 1/11 Laishley House Quadrant Street H,A,C 1/12 Old Pumphouse Spring Street OBC Pt Allots 8, A,C - 10 of Sec 14 Onehungs District Scheme, page 97 SECTION ONE APPENDIX 5.1 CATEGORY 1: REF NO: BUILDING/OBJECT: STREET ADDRESS: LEGAL DESCPTN: CRITERIA: 1/13 Onehunga Lava Caves at: s 1/13A 878 Manukau Road 1/13B 1o Princes Street 1/13C George Terrace 1/130 Grey Street opp Cardwell St 1/13E 303 Onehunga Mall 1/13F Grey Street opp Wade Ave - 1/13G 18 Tawhiri Road 1/13H 3 & 5 Puka Street & 26, 28 Heretaunga St 1/131 104 Paihia Road 1/13J 114 Galway Street - - Onehunga District Scheme, page 98 SECTION ONE APPENDIX 5.1 CATEGORY 2: REF NO: BUILDING/OBJECT: STREET ADDRESS: LEGAL DESCPTN: CRITERIA: 1/14 Old Railway 38 Alf red Street Lt 1 OP 37335 H,A,C Station \ 1/15 House 35 Grey Street pt Lot 5 OP 14032 A 1/16 Anglican vicarage 57 Grey Street Lot 1 DP 87929 H,A,C 1/17 House 58 Grey Street Lot 2 Deeds Plan A 640 Black 1/18 House (landmark) 1n Grey Street Lot 5 Deeds Plan A,C 284 Black 1/19 The Grotto Grotto Street pt Lot 16 of Sec 47 s - Onehunga Town 1/20 Houses (2) 2 Hom·s Lane & Lot 6 DP 18343 A 9 Normans Hill Rd Lt 2 DP 21636 1/21 House (landmark) 16 Mays Road pt Lt 7 OP 30508 A,C "Emerald Hill" 1/22 Old Post Office 120 Onehunga Mall Pl.Lt 9 of Sec 17 A,C 1/23 Stone Store 19 Princes Street Lt 1 DP 47824 H,C 1/24 House 119 Selwyn Street Lt 1 DP 54896 A,H 1/25 House 7 Symonds Street Lts 51 & pt Lt 52 A,H of Sec 52 Onehunga Town - 1/26 House 7 Trafalgar Street Lt 1 DP 51723 A - Onehunga District Scheme, page 99 SECTION ONE APPENDIX 5.1 -- CATEGORY 3: REF NO: BUILDING/OBJECT: STREET ADDRESS: LEGAL DESCPTN: CRITERIA: 1/27 House 75 Arthur Street Lt2 DP634n A 1/28 H.ouse 100 Arthur Street Lt 2 DP 63433 A 1/29 House 147 Church Street Lt 1 DP 58188 1/30 House 20 Clarke Road Lt4 DP 27174 A 1/31 Colleys Cottage 168 Grey Street Lt 3 OP 14435 A,H 1/32 Nave of St Peters 59A Grey Street Portion of Pt Us 3, Church, 4, Sec 5 Onehunga now Scout Oen Town being Lot 2 LO 31846 L 49272 - 1/33 House 2 Grotto Street Pt Lot 7 Sec 47 A Onehunga Town (group) 1/34 Houses 4 & 6 Grotto St Pt Lot 1 DP 33950 A (group) 1/35 Houses 12 & 14 Grotto St Lot 5 Deeds Plan A 954 Black 1/36 House 837 Manukau Road Lot 2 DP 52871 A 1/37 Stone Walls Neilson Street Pt Allots 47, 48 Waikaraka Park being Pt Allots N44, N45, N46,N61 also . Pt Allot 86, Allot 96. Small lots near Onehunga SO 48859 - Waikaraka Park - 1/38 House- 55 Normans Hill Ad Lot 1 DP 48726 A 1/39 House SBA Normans Hill Rd Lot 3 DP 45725 A Lot 2 DP 105969 1/40 House 60 Normans Hill Rd Lot 1 DP 45856 A 1/41 House (landmark) 67 Normans Hill Rd Pt Lot E DP 2010 A,C 1/42 1 Manukau Tavern Onehunga Harbour Rd Lot 1 DP 46366 H,A,C Pt Lots 1,3 DP 25499 pt DP 19292 1/44 House (Brookfield) 424 Onehunga Mall Lot 2 DP 30696 . A,C 1/45 House 469 Onehunga Mall Lot 1 DP 50158 A - Onehunga District Scheme, page 100 '.; 1_\ SECTION ONE APPENDIX 5.1 CATEGORY 3: REF NO: BUILDING/OBJECT: STREET ADDRESS: LEGAL DESCPTN: CRITERIA: 1/46 Bakehouse & Shop · 30/32 Princes St Lot 1 DP 31364 H,A,C 1/47 House 2 Quadrant Road Pt Lot 22 of Sec 35 A 1/48 House 65A Quadrant Road Lot 1 DP 38482 A 1i49 Houses 102 & 104 Lot 2 & Lots 3 & 4 A Selwyn Street of 11 of Sec 36 1/50 Old Onehunga Selwyn Street Lots 5, 7, 9 H,A,C Primary School All 6 & 8 of Sec 19 Buildings also Lots 24-26 and Pt 27 of 9 of Sec 19 Lot 1 DP 45932 also - Lots 1,2,5,6 All Pt Lots 3 of 10 of Sec 19 Onehunga Town Onehunga School Pt Allots 7, 9 of Sec 19 1/51 House 118 Trafalgar St Pt Lot 19 of Sec 39 A Onehunga Town 1/52 House 93 Irafalgar St Lot 2 DP 50881 A 1/53 House 138 Trafalgar St Pt Lot 3 DP 19639 A 1/54 House 26 Turama Road Lot 2 DP 43987 A 1/55 Cardwell St 43 Cardwell Street Pt Lots 7 & 8 A Precinct Deeds Plan 73 (group) (south of 41 Cardwell Street Pt Lots 7 & 8 Colonel Nixon/ Deeds Plan 73 - Trafalgar Sts) 39 Cardwell Street Pt Lots 7 & 8 Deeds Plan 73 37 Cardwell Street Lot 1 DP 51053 35 Cardwell Street Pt Lot 6 Deeds Plan 73 33 Cardwell Street Pt Lots 5 & 6 Deeds Plan 73 31 Cardwell Street Pt Lots 4 & 5 Deeds Plan 73 23 Cardwell Street Lot 1 Deeds Plan 73 19 Cardwell Street Lot 115 Deeds Plan 0.11 17 Cardwell Street Pt Lot 113 & All Lot 114 Deeds Plan 0.11 15 Cardwell Street Lot 112 Pt 113, DP 0.11 - 13 Cardwell Street Lot 111, DP 0.11 Onehungs District Scheme, page 101 SECTION ONE APPENDIX 5.1 CATEGORY 3: REF NO: BUILDING/OBJECT: STREET ADDRESS: LEGAL DESCPTN: CRITERIA: 1/55 Cardwell St Precinct: 11 Cardwell Street Lot 110 Deeds Plan 0.11 9 Cardwell Street Lot 109 Deeds Plan 0.11 7 Cardwell Street Lot 108 Deeds Plan 0.11 5 Cardwell Street Pt Lot 106 All 107 Deeds Plan 0.11 3 Cardwell Street Lot 105 Pt 106 Deeds Plan 0.11 72 Grey Street Lot 62 Deeds Plan 0.11 - 2 Cardwell Street Lot 66 Pt Lot 57 Deeds Plan 0.11 4 Cardwell Street Pt Lots 67, 68 Deeds Plan 0.11 6 Cardwell Street Lot 69 Pt Lot 68 Deeds Plan 0.11 8 Cardwell Street Lot 70 Deeds Plan 0.11 10 Cardwell Street Lot 71 Deeds Plan 0.11 12 Cardwell Street Lot 72 Deeds Plan 0.11 14 Cardwell Street Lot 73 Deeds Plan 0.11 16 Cardwell Street Lot 74, 75 Deeds Plan 0.11 18 Cardwell Street Lot 76 Deeds Plan 0.11 22 Cardwell Street Lot 78 - Deeds Plan 0.11 24 Cardwell Street Lot 79 Deeds Plan 0.11 28 Cardwell Street Lot 18 Deeds Plan 73 30 Cardwell Street Lot 82 Deeds Plan 0.11 34 Cardwell Street Lot 85 Deeds Plan 0.11 1156 Bray's Landing Onehunga Bay Reserve H 1/57 House 59 Spring Street CT964/41 A 1/58 House 111 Victoria Street Lot 4 DP 7208 H,A - Onehunga District Scheme, page 102 - SECTION ONE : APPENDIX 5.2 ~.~~GISTER OF TREES TO BE PROTECTED REF NO: ADDRESS: SPECIES: SCORE: 2/1 9 AHred St Phoenix Palm 11 2/2 184 Arthur St Phoenix Palm 10 2/3 75 Arthur Street Pohutukawa 11 2/4 96 Beachcroft Ave 2 x Pohutukawa 11 2/5 30 Campbell Rd Rimu* 13 2/6 38 Campbell Rd 2 x Kauri 13 2/7 113 Campbell Rd Rata 13 2/8 61 Campbell Rd 2 x Pohutukawa 12 - 2/9 91 Campbell Rd Phoenix Palm 12 2/10 195 Campbell Rd Paulownia 11 2/11 21 Campbell Rd Decidious Tree* 10 2/12 37 Church St Cabbage Tree 12 2/13 Church St (St Peters Church) Kowhai 13 2/14 5 x Oaks 13 2/15 Native Podocarp 13 2/16 Cypress 12 2/17 Puriri 12 - 2/18 2 x Cypress 12 2/19 Oak 12 2/20 2 x Totara 11 2/21 Sycamore 10 2/22 Pohutukawa 10 2/23 208A Church St Pohutukawa 10 2/24 11 Church St Norfolk Pine 10 2/25 69 Church St Lombardy Poplar 10 2/26 130 Capt Springs Rd Pohutukawa 12 - 2/27 12 Erson Ave Magnolia Soul Angeana 11 Onehunga District Scheme, page 103 SECTION ONE : APPENDIX 5.2 - REGISTER OF TREES TO BE PROTECTED -\ REF NO: ADDRESS: SPECIES: SCORE: 2/28 14 Erson Ave Phoenix Palm 10 2/29 Cnr Felix St/Mays Rd Pohutukawa 12 2/30 Puriri 12 2/31 39-41 Felix St Puriri 12 2/32 1 Forbes St Norfolk Pine 11 2/33 30A Forbes St . · Phoenix Palm 10 2/34 Galway St (Catholic Church) Oak 12 2/35 Oak 12 - 2/36 Galway St Rectory Oak 10 2/37 43 Grey St Norfolk Pine 14 2/38 Grey St (Presbyterian Church) Pohutukawa & 2 x Puriri 13 2/39 Grey St (Methodist Church Hall) Puriri 12 2/40 110-114 Grey St Norfolk Pine 10 2/41 73 Grey St Rimu 10 (Presbyterian Church Manse) 2/42 5 Hoheria St Kauri 10 2/43 20 lnkerman St Puriri 12 2/44 41 lnkerman St Trtoki 12 - 2/45 22 lnkerman St Oak 10 2/46 39 lnkerman St 2 x Kauri 10 2/47 861 Manukau Rd Puriri 12 2/48 836 Manukau Rd Moreton Bay Fig 11 2/49 836 Manukau Rd Trtoki 10 2150 108-110 Mays Rd Eucalypt 13 Mace Development 2/52 112 Mays Rd Pohutukawa 13 (Filleul Barry) 2/53 46 Mays Rd Acmena 11 Onehunga District Scheme, page 104 - SECTION ONE : APPENDIX 5.2 - REGISTER OF TREES TO BE PROTECTED . REF NO: ADDRESS: SPECIES: SCORE: 2/54 16 Mays Rd 2 x Lombardy Poplar 10 .. 2/55 51 Moana Ave · Pohutukawa 11 2/56 78 Moana Ave Phoenix Palm 10 2157 66 Mt Smart Rd Pohutukawa, 2 x Totara, 13 Kowhai 2/58 120 Mt Smart Rd Unidentified* 13 2/59 93 Mt Smart Rd Pepper Tree 12 2/60 83 Mt Smart Rd Puriri 12 - 2/61 22 Mt Smart Rd Pepper Tree 11 2/62 120 Mt Smart Rd Kauri 13 2/63 270 Neilson St Atlantic Cedar* 13 2/64 270 Neilson St Cypress 11 2/65 67 Normans Hill Rd Pohutukawa 12 2/66 54 Normans Hill Rd Kauri 11 2/67 67 Normans Hill Rd Puriri 11 2/68 67 Normans Hill Rd Karaka 10 2/69 67 Normans Hill Rd Puriri 10 ' - 2/70 428 Onehunga Mall Totara 12 2/71 429 Onehunga Mall Totara 12 2/72 424 Onehunga Mall Pohutukawa 11 2/73 472 Onehunga Mall Totara 11 2/74 419 Onehunga Mall Himalayan Cedar 10 2/75 9 O'Rorke St Pohutukawa 11 2/76 97 Rawhiti Rd Phoenix Palm 12 2/77 52 Selwyn St Pohutukawa 13 - Onehunga District Scheme, page 105 - REF NO: ADDRESS: SPECIES: SCORE: 2/79 119 Selwyn St Puriri 2/80 39 Selwyn St Pohutukawa 11 2/81 59 Spring St Magnolia Grandiflora 11 2/82 19 Spring St Oak 10 2/84 19 Spring St Oak 10 2/85 7 Symonds St 2 x Norfolk Pine 14 2/86 7 Symonds St Moreton Bay Fig 14 2/87 Symonds St/Boyd Ave Oak, Elm 13 (Manukau Intermediate) - 2/88 7 Symonds St Phoenix Palm 11 · 2/89 Cnr Trafalgar St/Manukau Rd Kauri 10 2/90 47Tawa Rd Norfolk Pine 12 2/91 3 Turama Rd (Rest Home) Puriri 12 2/92 Pohutukawa 12 2/93 54 Turama Rd Pohutukawa 11 2/94 70 Victoria St (Holeproof) Macrocarpa 11 2/95 · 61 Victoria St Puriri 10 2/96 69 Waitangi Rd Pohutukawa 10 2/97 39 Tawa Rd Pohutukawa - 12 • Identity to be confirmed - Onehunga District Scheme, page 106 -SECTION ONE : APPENDIX 7 SCHEDULE OF DESIGNATIONS, BUILDING LINES AND CORNER SPLAYS A. DESIGNATIONS REF PURPOSE DESIGNATING LOCATION AREA UNDERLYING NO AUTHORITY ZONING D 1 Training Estab. AEPB Cnr Trafalgar & 336m2 Res B & Local Substn. Selwyn Streets 02 Substation AEPB Cnr Arthur& 508m2 CommC Selwyn Streets e,3 Substation AEPB CnrMays Rd& 1011m2 Ind A Church Street 04 Pumping Stn ARC Frederick Street 1431m2 Rec B 05 Pumping Stn ARC Alfred Street 233m2 Ind B 06 Refuse ARC Angle St-Captain lndC · Processing Stn Springs Rd extn 07 Water Supply ARC Capt Springs Rd 2.4ha lndC Purposes extension 08 Works Depot ARC Church Street 2.9418 ha Ind B 09 Primary School Auck Ed Bd Cnr Capt Springs 2.1023 ha Res B & Mt Smart Roads Primary School Auck Ed Bd -10 Selwyn Street 1.6615 ha . Res B 011 Intermediate MOWO Symonds Street 3.3667 ha Res B School 012 Secondary MOW0 Pleasant Street 6.8336 ha Res A School 013 Police Station MOW0 Onehunga Mall 1831m2 CommB 017 Motorway MOW0 Onehunga Bay RecB 018 Substation NZ Electricity Victoria/Galway lndC Department Streets - Onehunga Jistrict Scheme, page 108 ~· REF PURPOSE DESIGNATING LOCATION AREA UNDERLYING - NO AUTHORITY ZONING D19 Fire Station NZ Fire Erson Avenue/ 2058m2 Res B Service Mt Albert Rd 020 Railway NZR Penrose-Qnehunga Ind A (except that portion of railway between Capt Springs Rd and Church St which shall be Res B) 021 Railway NZR Southdown-Avondale line: Queentown Rd-Pleasant St Res A Pleasant St-Onehunga Mall Res B 302 & 303 Onehunga Maill CommC Onehunga Mall-Galway St Res C - Galway St-Alfred St Res B (except area as indicate on plan ning map) Alf red SUBond St as indicated on planning map D35 Fire Station NZ Fire Service 408-41 O Onehunga Mall Res B 036 Telephone MOWD Princes Street CommB Exchange D39 Rail Siding ARC Pike's· P-0int lndC COUNCIL DESIGNATIONS: ' D22 Cemetery ACC Alfred Street 8.8538 ha Rec B 023 Council ACC Church Street 7242m2 CorrimC - Chambers & Pearce Street Car Park D24 Car Park ACC Waiapu Lane CommC &Comm B 025 Car Park ACC Manukau Road CommB D26 Car Park ACC Waller Street CommC & (south) Res C D27 Car Park ACC Paynes Lane CommC D28 Car Park ACC Galway-Street to 1.025 ha lndB Victoria Street D29 Water Works ACC Rowe Street 6287m2 Ind A - Onehunga District Scheme, page 109 ..-~~·f~~ft?~\~f-:ff~t . ,... ~·: .\~ ~;,._~: ··:') ~: :·· :, """' - 0ESIGNATING - REF PURPOSE LOCATION AREA UNDERLYING NO AUTHORITY ZONING 030 Vehicle ACC O'Rorke Street 1909m2 Ind A Testing Stn 031 Street ACC Pukemiro St extn 2123m2 lndB 032 Service Lane ACC Church Street Ind A (Te Papapa) 033 Service Lane ACC Onehunga Mall(west) CommC north of Arthur St Pedestrian ACC Hill Street - ResC .034. Accessway Catherine Street 037 Pedestrian Mall ACC Onehunga Mall (closed pursuant to . road S334 and 336 of Local Gov. Act 1974) 038 Water Protection Reserve 3500m2 ACC Spring St Extension lndB 040 Pike's Point East ACC Pike's Point East & West lndB & C & West reading network 041 Royal Oak ACC Mt Smart Road/Manukau Rd Cnr CommB reading improvements D12 MJtcney en ali Kr, Gla i eslP..t. Pack le::A&B off :tarp; -·PROPOSED STREETS: '~-.J ACC Victoria St to AHred St - Onehungs District Scheme, page 110 N - EXISTING BUILDING · LINE RESTRICTION PROPOSED BUILDING • LINE SETBACK CT 1584/55 DP16806 liiim PROPOSED DESIGNATED ~- AREA FOR BUILDING LINE • SETBACK FOR ROAD WIDENING PURPOSES -.NOTE: AU. OIMENStONS AND AREAS INDICATED ARE SUBJECT DETAIL PLAN TO SURVEY Scale 1:250 APPENDIX 7 COUNCIL DESIGNATIONS . - D.41. B. BUILDING LINES FOR STREET WIDENING AND ON-STREET CARPARKING (Designations pursuant to Section 36(8) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1977) - Note: These building lines are in addition to the front yard requirements set out in the Code of Ordinances, except where otherwise stated by the zoning ordinance relevant to the site. 3.05 metres= 10 feet 4.60 metres= 15 feet 6.1 0 metres = 20 feet ARTERIAL ROADS: Ref no: 1 Manukau Rd, from Campbell Rd to northern Borough boundary 6.1 Om on east side. J 2 Mt Albert Rd, as shown, 3.05m on south side. 3 Mt Smart Rd, as shown, 3.05m on both sides. PRINCIPAL STREETS: - 4 Arthur St, as shown, 3.05m on south side. 5 Manukau Rd, as shown, 3.05m on both sides. 6 Rockfield Rd, as shown, 3.05m on west side. 7 Trafalgar St, as shown, 3.05m on both sides. 8 Campbell Rd, as shown, 3.05m on south side. 9 Church St, as shown, 3.05m on both sides. 10 Felix St, as shown, 3.05m on east side. 11 Onehunga Mall, as shown, 3.05m on west side. 12 Victoria St, as shown, 3.05m on west side. - LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR STREETS: 13 Captain Springs Rd-Cnr Church St, 3.05m on both sides and on Captain Springs Rd on northeast side, from railway line back to the Church St comer. 14 Onehunga Mall-Cnr of Trafalgar St, 3.05m on west side. 15 Oranga Rd, as shown, 3.05m on both sides. 16 · Princes St, from Selwyn St to O'Rorke St, 4.6m on south side. 17 Rawhiti Rd, as shown, 3.05m on both sides 18 Waitangi Rd, as shown,·3.05m on west side. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 111 - ACCESS STREETS: 19 Athens Rd-Cnr Mt Smart Rd, 3.05m on both sides. 20 Olea Rd-Cnr Oranga Ave, 3.05 m on west side. 21 Quadrant Rd-Cnr Trafalgar St, 3.05m on east side. 22 Roosevelt Ave-Cnr Waitarigi Rd, 3.05m on north side. 23 Symonds St, as shown, 3.05m on both sides. 24 Tawa Rd-Cnr Rawhiti Rd, 3.05m on both sides. 27 Waller St North, 3m on east side. - • Onehunga District Scheme, page 112 C. PROPOSED CORNER SPLAYS FOR STREET WIDENING AND INTERSECTION UPGRADING - Ref no: 5 Metre Comer Splays to Each Frontage: 25 Selwyn St/Trafalgar St Northwest comer Southwest comer Southeast comer · Onehunga Mall/Campbell Rd Comer splay required both comers Church St/Mays Rd Northwest comer Captain Springs Rd/ Comer splay required all 4 comers Neilson Street Neilson St/Angle St Comer splay required both comers Cnr Manukau Rd/Mt Smart Rd Southeast comer Mt Smart Rd/Onehunga Mall Southeast comer - Ref no: 3 Metre Comer Splays to Each Frontage: 26 Captain Springs Rd/ . Comer splay required on all 4 comers Church St Church St/Mays Rd Northeast comer Galway St/Church St Southeast comer Southwest comer Northeast corner Selwyn St/Arthur St Northwest comer Southeast corner Selwyn St/Church St Corner splay required on all 4 comers Selwyn St/Princes St Northwest comer Southwest comer - Onehunga District Scheme, page 113 , . ·...... -~ .:";:: . : .• . SECTION ONE : APPENDIX 8 • AUC~LAND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS - AFFECTING ONEHUNGA BOROUGH "\ (Refer Section 1.11.4) ./ .r' L, . .) - I • o sooo-11••· SCALE Onehunga District Scheme, page 114 ,.• SECTION ONE : APPENDIX 9 • SPECIAL HEIGHT LIMITATION Visual Protection of Maungakiekie (One Tree Hill) ONE TREE HILL - \ \ \ \ - 0 200 400 600 metrH SCALE 0 10 20 30 chains NOTE - FIGURES INDICATE ALLOWABLE BUILDING HEIGHT IN METRES ABOVE NATURAL GROUND LEVEL. - AREAS THAT ARE PARTICULARLY HEIGHT SENSITIVE ARE SHOWN THUS. 1)-:::>:,:\:::~';,:,:d - see Sect Ion 1• 7. 7 - Onehunga District Scheme, page 115 - APPENDIX 10 : IDENTIFIED USES REFERENCE NO: 11 Location: 14 ErsonAvenue, Royal Oak Pl lot 25 of f of Section 38 Onehunga Town Organisation: Auckland Branch of NZ Crippled Children's Society Inc The Independent Living Centre Site Area: 1.3941 ha Use: Facilities for educative and rehabilitation purposes, staff and patient accommodation: ancillary administrative and accessory buildings and a. hortia.iltural centre for the disabled. Undertying zoning: Residential B - Development Controls: Development will be permitted on the land delineated on the planning maps, pursuant to a non-notified application, subject to the following criteria: · 1. The proposed alteration, or addition, or activity is consistent with the use as described above, and does not involve a significant change in the scale; character or intensity of the use. 2. The works comply with the Residential B zone controls of daylighting, coverage, height and the following yard requirement: All yards to be a minimum of six metres. 3. Those parts of the site not covered by buildings, parking areas. driveways, and manoeuvring areas, are to be landscaped to the satisfaction of the Borough Engineer. 4. All vehia.ilar parking manoeuvring areas and accessways are to be provided with an all-weather surface and formed, drained, and maintained to the satisfaction of the Borough Engineer . 5. Parking will be assessed on the basis of one per staff member per shift and one per 50m2 of gross floor • area. 6. The design and appearance of buildings or development works and associated landscaping, shall be subject to the controlled use provisions of ordinance 2.2.5 of this Scheme. 7. All uses of the site shall comply with the Industrial A zone noise performance standards being: The corrected noise level (L 1O) as measured on or close to the boundary of any residentially zoned site shall not exceed the following limits: Monday to Friday 0700 - 2200 hours 55dBA Saturday 0700 - 1200 hours 55dBA At all other times 45dBA Onehunga District Scheme, page 116 The background noise level (L95) as measured on or close to the boundary of any residentially zonefl' site shall not exceed the following limits: Monday to Friday 0700 - 2200 hours 50dBA Saturday 0700 - 1200 hours 50dBA At all other times 45dBA 8. Any proposal for the further development or use of the site in accordance with the identified purpose but not meeting the above criteria shall require a conditional use application. REFERENCE NO: 12 Location: Selwyn Street Organisation: Onehunga Bowling Club - Use: A lawn bowling recreation club with allied Clubhouse facilities, green keeping facilities, greens, and on-site carparking. The operation is associated with the Onehunga Bowling Club. Undertying zoning: Residential B Development Controls: Development will be permitted on the land delineated on the planning maps, pursuant to a non-notified application, subject to the following criteria: 1. The proposed alteration, or addition, or activity is consistent with the use as described above, and does not involve a significant change in the scale, character or intensity of the use. 2. The works comply with the Residential B zone controls of daylighting, coverage, height and the following yard requirement: · Front yards: 6 metres - Side yards and Rear yards: 3 metres 3. All vehicular par1 4. Parking will be assessed for any building addition to the operation at the rate of one parking space for every 20m2 of gross floor area. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 117 !·· 5. The design and appearance of buildings or development works and associated landscaping, shall be subjed to the controlled use provisions of ordinance 2.2.5 of this Scheme. - -; . . 6. All uses of the site shan comply with the Industrial A zone noise performance standards being: The correded noise level (L 10) as measured on or close to the boundary of any residentially zoned site shall not exceed the following limits: Monday to Friday 0700 - 2200 hours 55dBA Saturday 0700 - 1200 hours 55dBA At all other times 45dBA The background noise level (L95) as measured on or close to the boundary of any residentially zoned site shall not exceed the following limits: Monday to Friday 0700 - 2200 hours S0dBA Saturday 0700 - 1200 hours 50dBA • At all other times 45dBA 7. All signs for the identified use shall be assessed having regard to the provisions of Section 1;9 of this Scheme. 8. Any proposal to floodlight the bowling greens will require a conditional use application, with partiaJlar emphasis being placed.in the.assessment of any.application on the effed of.such.lighting.on-adjoining ... residential properties, including the effects of extended playing hours, and the extent to which the proposed lighting is designed to prevent or minimise nuisance or glare to surrounding properties and public places including streets. 9. Where applicable, the conditions of previous town planning approvals implemented on the site shall remain in force. 10. Any proposal for the further development or use of the site in accordance with the identified purpose but - not meeting the above criteria shall require a conditional use application. REFERENCE NO: 13 Location: Symonds Street Organisation: The Royal Oak Racquets Club (Inc) Use: A tennis and squash club with allied clubrooms, tennis and squash courts and on-site carparking. The operation is associated with the Royal Oak Racquets Club (Inc). Undertying zoning: Residential B Development Controls: Development will be pennitted on the land delineated on the planning maps, pursuant to a non-notified - application, subject to the following criteria: Onehunga District Scheme, page 118 1. The proposed alteration, or addition, or activity is consistent with the use as described above, nnd does not involve a significant change in the scale, character or intensity of the use. -- 2. The works comply with the Residential B zone controls of daylighting, coverage; height and the following yard requirement: Front yard: 1.5 metres Side and rear yards: 3 metres 3. All vehicular parking manoeuvring areas and accessways are to be formed, surfaced, drained, and marked out to the Council standard and maintained to the satisfaction of the Borough Enginoer. 4. Parking will be assessed for any building addition to the operation at the rate of one parking space for every 20m2 of gross floor area. 5. The design and appearance of buildings or development works and associated landscaping, shall be subject to the controlled use provisions of o_rdinance 2.2.5 of this Scheme. 6. All signs for the identified use shall be assessed having regard to the provisions of Section 1.9-~f th9 Scheme. 7. Any proposal to floodlight the Club facilities and courts will require a conditional use application, with particular emphasis being placed in the assessment of any application, on the effect of such lighting on adjoining residential properties, including the effects of extended playing hours, and the extent to which the proposed lighting is designed to prevent or minimise nuisance or glare to surrounding properties and public places including streets. 8. All uses of the site shall comply with the Industrial A zone noise performance standards being: The corrected noise level (L 10) as ·measured on or close to the boundary of any residentially zoned site shall not exceed the following limits: Monday to Friday 0700 - 2200 hours 55dBA Saturday 0700 - 1200 hours 55dBA At all other times 45dBA The background noise level (L95) as measured on or close to the boundary of any residentially zoned site shall not exceed the following limits: - Monday to Friday 0700 - 2200 hours 50dBA Saturday 0700 - 1200 hours 50dBA At all other times 45dBA 9. Where applicable for conditions of town planning approvals set on the 1 April 1974 and 26 March 1979 shall remain in force. 10. Any proposal for the further development or use of the site in accordance with the identified purpcse but not meeting the above criteria shall require a conditional use application. - Onehunga District Scheme, page 119 - REFERENCE NO: 14 Location: Church Street/Galway Street Organisation: St Josephs Convent Use: A primary school with provision for school rooms, hall, office, parking and service facilities. Recreational open spaces are provided for school use. The Sisters of Mercy Convent is also associated with the site. The use is associated with the Roman Catholic Church. Under1ying zoning: Residential B Development Controls: Development will be permitted on the land delineated on the planning maps, pursuant to a non-notified application, subject to the following criteria: , 1. The proposed alteration, or addition, or activity is consistent with the use as described above, and does not, involve a significant change in the scale, character or intensity of the use. 2. The works comply with the Residential° B zone co :ltrols of daylighting, coverage, height and the following yard requirement: · Front yards: 6 metres Side yards: 3 metres Rear yards: 6 metres 3. All vehicular parking manoeuvring areas and accessways are to be provided with an all-weather surface and formed, drained, and maintained to the s·atisfaction of the Borough Engineer. 4. Parking will be assessed for any building addition to the operation at the rate of one.parking space for, every 20m2 of gross floor area. The design and appearance of buildings or development works and associated landscaping, shall be subject to the controlled use provisions of ordinance 2.2.5 of this Scheme. 6. All uses of the site shall comply with the Industrial A zone noise performance standards being: The corrected noise level (L 10) as measured on or close to the boundary of any residentially zoned site shall not exceed the following limits: Monday to Friday 0700 - 2200 hours 55dBA Saturday 0700 - 1200 hours 55dBA At all other times 45dBA The background noise level (L95) as measured on or close to the boundary of any residentially zoned site shall not exceed the following limits: Monday to Friday 0100 - 2200 hours S0dBA Saturday 0700 - 1200 hours S0dBA At all other times 45dBA Onehunga District Scheme, page 120 7. All signs for the identified use shall be assessed having regard to the provisions of Section 1.9 of th- Scheme. .. a. Any proposal to floodlight the site will require a conditional use application, with particular emphasis being placed in the assessment of any application on the effect of such lighting on adjoining residential properties, the extent to which the proposed lighting Is designed to prevent or minimise nuisance or glare to surrounding properties and public places Including streets, the nature of the adivity to be carried out under floodlighting and the extent to which floodlighting may change the character of the use. 9. Any proposal for the further development or use of the site in accordance with the identified purpose but not meeting the above criteria shall require a conditional use application. • - Onehungs District Scheme, page 121