Takapuna Framework Plan Anzac Street and Gasometer car parks July 2017

1 2 Contents

Mihi...... 6 Section four: The Unlock sites...... 52

Anzac Street car park...... 55 Foreword...... 9 Gasometer car park...... 56 Executive summary...... 10 Section five: Our design thinking...... 58 Section one: Introduction...... 12 Our design thinking...... 60 A spectacular lake and seaside setting...... 15 Design principles...... 64 Unlock Takapuna...... 18 Green Star – Communities...... 66 Anzac Street car park...... 68 Section two: Vision and goals...... 22 Gasometer car park...... 76

Our vision...... 24 Section six: Delivery...... 92 Goals...... 26 Town centre improvements...... 94

Section three: Strategic themes...... 28 Working with the community...... 95 Working in partnership...... 98 Context update...... 30 Timing...... 99 Growth and change momentum...... 32 Key performance indicators...... 102 Mana whenua cultural values and associations...... 37 Public transport and car parking...... 38 Public space...... 44 Engagement and what the community has told us...... 48

4 5 Mihi

Nau mai rā e ngā uri o te rau o iwi Welcome to you all, descendants of pioneers ki te paepae whakatā o Te Oho-mai-rangi. to where Te Oho-mai-rangi rested awhile. Kei waho, ko te kuru pounamu piata o Te Waitematā. Offshore is the glistening jewel of the Waitematā. Te toka tū moana akinga tai o Rangitoto, Rangitoto, sentinel against the surging tide, te whakamau atu nei ngā kamo o ana tuakana i uta – is under the watchful gaze of his elder brothers – o Takapuna, Takarunga me Takararo. Takapuna, Takarunga and Takararo. Ngā maunga i tāwharau i a Waiwharariki o mua, They who gave shelter to Waiwharariki of old, i a Takapuna kāinga o ināianei, and Takapuna of today, te oha a Takapuna-tupuna bequest of Takapuna-progenitor ki ngā reanga rere ki muri. to the generations that followed. Ka mihi kau ake au ki a koutou kua ngaro Let me pay my respects to all who have passed i te tirohanga kanohi: from our midst: E whakatopa ki ng whetū, Ascend to distant stars, ki konā koutou tiaho mai ai. and from there, let your perpetual light shine. Ki tēnei whakatupuranga kua mahue nei: To this generation that has been charged to carry on: Hīkina te mānuka me ngā kawenga o tō wā, Accept the challenges of your time, poua ngā tūmanako hōu o tēnei reanga chart this generation’s dreams and aspirations hei tohu ki ngā ira whaimuri. and leave counsel for those who will follow behind. Kāhore he hua engari mā te upoko pakaru. Nothing is attained except through great effort. Koinā te tangi a ngākau toa, That is the pledge of those brave at heart, a wairua hihiko irrepressible of spirit me hinengaro koi. and, quick-witted of mind. Nō reira, oho ake e ngā kairākau o te ope a tōtā nui. So, arise venturous warriors. He mahi māu me tīmata. Gird yourself for the task ahead. Tōia ko te pae tawhiti kia tata, Draw distant aspirations nearer ko te pae tata kia eke. and ambitions within grasp – make them your reality. Eke panuku, eke tangaroa. Having risen to the task Haere mai te toki They, who wield the hewing axe of collective force Haumi e, hui e: Tāiki e! exclaim: It is done!

6 7 Foreword

With its waterfront location, proximity to As density intensifies, balancing future and there will be continued opportunities the city centre, public transport access and housing and commercial needs with the for everyone to contribute to shaping the strong community, Takapuna has incredible increasing importance of public space is of best outcomes for Takapuna. potential to become a vibrant metropolitan utmost importance to our community. The We would like to encourage all residents to hub as the region grows. Framework Plan sets the basis to ensure take an interest in this long term plan and urban Takapuna develops in a way that This expected growth brings great embrace the wonderful opportunities that aligns with its unrivalled natural beauty. opportunities, as well as some challenges. the regeneration of our suburb will bring. We want Takapuna to be a thriving suburb This Framework Plan reaffirms the future that attracts a diverse mix of Aucklanders vision to create a vibrant and revitalised and stands out as a superb example of how heart for Takapuna. urban regeneration can re-energise and Previous planning has highlighted the enliven places and their communities. Ngā mihi mahana importance of creating a walkable, people- It is pleasing to see agencies from both Chris Darby and Richard Hills centric town centre that features high public and private sectors working together quality and attractive urban design. North Shore ward councillors, Council

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Executive summary

The Unlock Takapuna Framework Plan sets There have been long-standing intentions Accordingly, all plans, concepts and out a vision and approach for how Panuku (dating back to 2010) to redevelop these descriptions for the change of use and/ Development Auckland and its partners will council-owned sites in the heart of Takapuna. or subsequent sale of the Anzac Street car work to achieve the redevelopment of two park shown or described in this Framework Numerous strategic planning documents sites within central Takapuna – the Anzac Plan are indicative of the sites’ potential only have previously recognised that development Street and Gasometer car parks. and are provided solely as examples and for on these two sites could contribute additional information purposes. activity and provide enhanced urban amenity within Takapuna, while also enabling better Any change of use, and the details of such, The role of Panuku in connections between the centre of Takapuna will only be able to be confirmed once the Panuku aims to deliver Takapuna and the beach. special consultative procedure has been completed and ratified by Auckland Council’s an exemplar sustainable In 2015 Takapuna was chosen as a priority Planning Committee. ‘Unlock’ location with great potential for Our vision for Takapuna If the proposed change of use is supported, community development urban regeneration. the next step would be to work with the local Takapuna is increasingly seen as an attractive communities in Takapuna to ensure everyone In 2016, the Auckland Development centre to live in and visit. Panuku has the in Takapuna is actively involved in the future planning of Committee gave Panuku the mandate to opportunity to contribute to this momentum. the area’s physical public spaces and their redevelop a number of properties to achieve We seek to bring a mix of activities, preferred uses and activities. urban renewal and housing. enterprise and interest into the centre of During the past 12 months, Panuku has Takapuna. worked with mana whenua, the council family and the community to discuss the The vision for vision, goals and design thinking which are Unlock Takapuna is: central to this Framework Plan. Feedback Special Consultative from these groups has shaped the content Procedure of this document. As part of considering a change of use and/ Making the most of Takapuna's or subsequent sale for the Anzac Street lake and seaside setting to Unlock Takapuna sites car park, Auckland Council will complete create a safe, accessible and a Special Consultative Procedure in This Framework Plan focuses on two accordance with the Local Government Act vibrant town centre oriented centrally-located car parks – Anzac Street 2002 and Auckland Council’s Significance around pedestrians and cyclists. and Gasometer. Combined these two sites and Engagement Policy. cover 1.6 hectares.

10 11 Wāhanga tuatahi: Hei whakatuwhera Section one: Introduction

This section provides an introduction to the Unlock Takapuna project. It describes: Tahi 01 • the role of Panuku and our approach as Auckland Council’s regeneration agency • the purpose of a Framework Plan • the context of our thinking on the redevelopment opportunities for the Anzac Street and Gasometer car parks.

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A spectacular lake and seaside setting

Takapuna centre is like no other in Auckland. This volcanic landscape has special meaning to mana whenua and it is reflected in kōrero Its distinctive beachside setting and volcanic tuku iho (stories of the past). These oral heritage create an impressive backdrop to histories are embedded in the whenua. the boutique retail and thriving hospitality scene, child-friendly play areas and seaside They intimately tie people to place and recreational activities that the centre offers. provide us with a deeper understanding of the mauri (essence) of Takapuna. These The easy-going, relaxed style of Takapuna stories should be widely understood and is a defining feature of the place and those embraced by all those involved in shaping who live, work and play there. This frame of Takapuna’s future. mind may be the most important element when it comes to exploring how Takapuna Takapuna also enjoys close proximity to might successfully grow and develop into a Auckland's city centre, which adds to its more intensive Metropolitan Centre without appeal as a location that offers the best losing its inherent charm. of the North Shore as well as the urban advantages of being close to the city centre. Takapuna’s unique geography means that most locations within its boundaries are within 500m of one of three bodies of water (Takapuna Beach, or Shoal Bay). Auckland’s oldest and newest known volcanic explosions – Lake Pupuke and Rangitoto – are separated only by a slim peninsula running between Takapuna and Milford beaches.

14 15 Location of Unlock Takapuna in Auckland

Hauraki Gulf Takapuna today

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Median age in Takapuna is higher than average

Motutapu Median age 1 Central Unlock 47 Takapuna Takapuna person households 2.3 Rangitoto Median age Auckland Make up 28.1 per cent of Average household size in 35.1 households in Takapuna, Takapuna, compared with compared to 19 per cent 3 for the rest of Auckland. Median age Waitematā Harbour across Auckland. 38.0 Westgate

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City Centre Tamaki 45% $44,100 13.4% Newmarket Henderson Key Project area A high average income in 45 per cent of households People who walk, jog or bike Takapuna, compared with have an income over $50,000, to work in Takapuna. Transform locations $29,600 in Auckland. compared with 29.2 per cent in Metropolitan Centres Auckland as a whole. New Lynn Rail line Sylvia Park 16 State Highway network 17 Unlock Takapuna sites LAKE PUPUKE

T Unlock Takapuna S ARNEY KILL Gasometer car parks to better utilise these spaces and create better connections within Key sites Takapuna is increasingly seen Takapuna and through to the beach. owned by TAKAPUNA ST as an attractive centre to live Panuku has the opportunity to enable these Auckland C BEACH redevelopment intentions by acting as a Council in and visit. Panuku has the 2 ANZA facilitator for redevelopment. opportunity to contribute to THE this momentum. We seek to work with the strategic direction established by previous planning and strategy POTTERS S TRAND documents prepared for Takapuna. This will PARK ensure new development continues in the Takapuna’s natural setting has been a strong direction initially established by the council ha T TMERE RD draw card since its early settlement and we and the community. 1.6 S C envisage it will remain so as Takapuna grows Total site area HURSTMERE The two Unlock sites will be delivered with L GREEN into the future. ANZA HURS private development partners. As part of AKE RD The challenge and opportunity will be to this, the Unlock Takapuna project seeks a ensure development respects and maintains broad range of outcomes related to (but ST the qualities currently cherished by its not exclusive to) active ground floor uses, Centrally- community, while making the most of the community facilities, new public space and located COMO benefits associated with intensification. Māori design elements, in addition to the These include additional people to A physical components of these developments. UBURN support enterprise, retail, public transport T improvements and civic facilities. The preparation of this Framework Plan S has been informed by engagement with Current S HURON Takapuna was selected as an Unlock location the Takapuna community. This has helped use: T due to long-standing intentions to redevelop to reaffirm ambitions and establish what key council-owned landholdings in the heart specific requirements are important in 387 T of Takapuna. Across various previous plans the creation of a successful future urban single-level S it had been recognised that more could be Takapuna for current and future residents, asphalt car parks achieved with the Anzac Street and workers and visitors. THCROFT NOR Key

Anzac Street car park and surrounds

Gasometer car park

18 The Unlock Takapuna What is a continuum Framework Plan?

Framework Plans set out the vision for a place, identify key outcomes sought and how Up to 2015 Approved March 2016 Approved July 2017 From July 2017 2017/18 onwards these can be applied to specific sites within the mandated area. Framework Plans bear Legacy planning HLPP Framework Plan Implementation Plan Delivery some similarities to Masterplans, with strong spatial elements, but are less prescriptive Significant planning, High-level Project Plan (HLPP) Builds on the HLPP. Further Establishes a programme Second stage delivery in terms of specific land-use and design engagement and thinking have explores the opportunity and shapes the thinking and guides business case. plan for the balance of the responses. been undertaken over time. establishes the scope and the delivery and outcomes for Unlock project. Delivery plan for the This Framework Plan focuses on specific This forms the foundation we mandate for Panuku. our sites. Spatial planning with Gasometer car park. are working from. social, cultural, economic and sites within the wider Takapuna area. It builds on many years of strategic thinking, planning Takapuna identified as an environmental considerations. FP IP Unlock location for Panuku. and effort to bring about co-ordinated, positive change in Takapuna. It brings together previous and recent place-based FP IP Delivery of site developments and public good initiatives thinking to inform site-specific outcomes. associated with first stage. Key aspects of this Framework Plan will Framework Plan reviewed and inform any future development of the updated as needed. Unlock Takapuna sites.

Engagement Engagement continues • Mana whenua • Community through all phases • Ward councillors • Council family • Local Board

20 21 Wāhanga tuarua: Te tirohanga me ngā whāinga Section two: Vision and goals Rua 02 This section sets out the vision and goals for Takapuna. These have been shared with the community since the Takapuna Centre Plan in 2014. They provide a broad direction for our Unlock Takapuna sites.

23 This Takapuna-wide vision stems from the Takapuna Centre Plan 2014. We will enable and work towards this by: There are six main goals • undertaking development on the Anzac identified that outline Our vision Street and Gasometer car parks to create where Takapuna wants a point of difference and enhance the to be in the future. area's attractiveness and competitiveness • collaborative working with mana whenua • proposing facilities and activities that Making the most of Takapuna's lake benefit local communities • creating human-scale development and and seaside setting to create a safe, quality public realm • focusing on sustainable development accessible and vibrant town centre so Takapuna can adapt to the predicted impacts of climate change, reduce the oriented around pedestrians and cyclists need to travel by private vehicles and build energy efficient dwellings. Goals These goals encompass the core aims for proposals in the heart of Takapuna.

Town centre revitalisation Connect to the beach Public realm  Housing choice Transport connections Be a catalyst Revitalise the town centre through Improve the connection to the beach Improve the public realm in the Help meet the demand for additional housing Enhance public transport facilities and Be a potential catalyst for further mixed-use development on the between Lake and Hurstmere roads. town centre with public open space and choice in Takapuna by providing a variety provide an appropriate level of car parking to development in the town centre and fringe, Anzac Street car park site. and a laneway network. of housing types and price points. service the town centre. consistent with the vision for the centre.

26 27 Wāhanga tuatoru: Ngā tāhuhu rautaki Section three: Strategic themes

This section describes the strategic context to the Unlock Takapuna sites. It builds on previous Toru 03 planning documents and refines previous thinking with more up-to-date work in the areas of growth, intensification, transportation planning and community engagement.

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While previous strategic thinking remains broadly relevant, there have been recent Previous work on the future changes that need to be taken into account of Takapuna provides a robust – both at the Auckland-wide scale and at a foundation for the Unlock local level. Takapuna sites, but we also The following pages describe some of the relevant key changes affecting Takapuna need to respond to some more centre we must consider when looking at the recent changes. future of the two Unlock Takapuna sites.

Previous Takapuna strategy and planning documents

30 31 Growth and change momentum

The private sector The public sector – projects Takapuna retail sector Takapuna in North Shore Core retail Services customer origin 2015 centres employment hierarchy Hospitality Automotive Takapuna's retail and hospitality Growth and new development has made With council planning documents signalling a positive impact on Takapuna’s urban growth and the private sector following scene is now a significant environment. Hurstmere Green, a popular through on delivering new developments, 20% 4000 drawcard for visitors, with as central open space was redesigned in the council family is working to support many people coming into the 2012. Around the same time new retail and this growth by investment in infrastructure 3500 hospitality precincts began emerging within and public realm improvements. This is 15% centre from wider Auckland as the centre. These successful changes have recognised by the Spatial Priority Area 3000 the Takapuna area collectively elevated Takapuna’s retail and (SPA) status that applies to the Greater 10% hospitality scene, which now attracts patrons Takapuna area. 2500 from well beyond its local catchment. The SPA designation signals a programme of There is also strong private sector council investment/projects to enable and 5% 2000 interest emerging in developing residential support growth. Some of these are already apartments within Takapuna. This has been in the investigation and design phase. These 1500 particularly apparent in the fringe areas of local projects include: 0 Takapuna centre, particularly along Anzac • the upgrade of Hurstmere Road 1000 Street. This is partly attributed to the Special Waitākere Housing Area that was designated to the • the enhancement of intersections at 500 west of Auburn Street in 2013. This enabled either end of Hurstmere Road South Auckland the use of Proposed Unitary Plan provisions, Central Auckland

• an upgraded playground for Potters Park employment Centre 0

which allowed additional development Devonport-Bayswater Takapuna and environs and environs Takapuna capacity than was possible under the • safer cycling enhancements along Haven Glenfield-Beach Torbay Albany Milford Southern East Coast Bays Southern East Belmont Glenfield Lake Road Takapuna

previous District Plan. Northcote Devonport Sunnynook Greenhithe Northcross Birkenhead Browns Bay Browns Mairangi Bay Mairangi Beach Haven Greville Road Greville Hospitality Windsor Park Albany Village Albany

Many of these apartment projects are • the continuation of the Takapuna Corner Hauraki Food and liquor already consented or under construction. Holiday Park. North Shore centre shops Road Mokoia The majority of these developments are Comparison substantial in size and will provide between 50-100 apartments each.

32 33 Public and private sectorTakapuna projects inHoliday Takapuna Park

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ST Y ARNE The Unitary Plan KILL Takapuna is classified as a Metropolitan TAKAPUNA Centre in the Auckland Unitary Plan. ST resIdentIal This means Takapuna’s residential C BEACH development capacity has been increased capAcIty ANZA for it to accommodate its share of future the Unitary Plan provides THE potential for population growth. This will see the current number of dwellings POTTERS S TRAND increase from around 7500 (2013) to PARK Anzac Street Hurstmere Road potentially 21,500 (the capacity enabled by car park upgrade the Auckland Unitary Plan). ST TMERE RD Apartments will make up the C 3x Metropolitan Centres are second only to the HURSTMERE City Centre in terms of the combination of L GREEN majority of new dwellings. ANZA HURS economic activity, residential intensification, AKE RD the number of dwellings in public facilities and public transport accessibility. The implications of this potential ST Takapuna in the future. growth are significant in terms of the future O provision of adequate open space, social COM infrastructure and supporting commercial A activities in Takapuna. UBURN T Under the new planning provisions, the S Anzac Street car park now has a nine-storey S HURON Hurstmere Road height limit (with a setback after three- or T intersection enhancement four storeys). Tall buildings are encouraged on the Gasometer car park site, with an T S unlimited building height control (setback Gasometer T after four-six storeys). car park THCROF Lake Road NOR cycle improvements Key Unlock Takapuna sites Public sector projects Private sector projects 34 Mana whenua cultural values and associations

Working with A Māori identity that Mahuika the Goddess of fire. Furious that basins known as Te Kōpuā a Matakerepō/ she had been cursed, Mahuika called on Onepoto Domain or The Bowl of Matakerepō mana whenua is Auckland's point of Mataoho to punish them. and Te Kōpua a Matakamokamo/Tuff Crater Reserve or The Bowl of Matakamokamo. Mataoho caused Te Rua Maunga o Working with mana whenua enriches the In working together, Panuku seeks to difference in the world. Matakamokamo to sink, leaving Pupuke Kupe and his crew are believed to have way we understand 'place'. The Unlock ensure improved involvement so the Unlock Moana/Lake Pupuke in its place. This been the first people to see the Waitematā Takapuna project team has run a series of Takapuna project can produce outcomes The following cultural Te Whenua Roa also caused the rise of Rangitoto where Harbour in about 925AD. Kupe is said to workshops, including a site visit with mana that better reflect the presence of Māori in Matakamokamo, Matakerepō and their maid have sheltered for a while in Te Haukapua/ whenua representatives. Auckland and the Māori cultural narrative values and associations capture North Shore Tukiata fled. However, in their panic their Torpedo Bay, and the crew he left there that exists for Takapuna and the North a collective contribution. It provides Mana whenua have assisted with the This narrative is told in the context that children Hinerei and Matamiha were left when he returned to Hawaiki are considered Shore. a starting point for acknowledging development of a cultural narrative and mana whenua considers the whenua as behind at the southern end of Waiwharariki/ the first settlers of New Zealand. Toi Te and introducing mana whenua fully intact without boundary constraints considered how Te Aranga design principles tradition and ongoing relationship Takapuna Beach. Huatahi who came in about 1150, following could be applied to site design, public realm and therefore places like Takapuna and Kupe’s sailing directions, also landed at Te with the area. Tukiata was ordered to rescue the children design and be included in other relevant Northcote remain seamless on the landscape Haukapua. He was followed by his grandson but was instructed under no circumstances Takapuna projects or initiatives. that is Te Whenua Roa/Northshore. Oral Ūika, who settled permanently at North Head to look back at Rangitoto, for fear of further histories and narratives are embedded in the Maungaūika. whenua that endure and connect us to place wrath from Mataoho. However, she forgot acknowledging its mauri (essence). and looked back. As a result, she and the The Tainui canoe is known to have children Hinerei and Matamiha were turned anchored at Te Haukapua/Torpedo Bay and Matakamokamo was a descendant of to stone. They are the two rocks known subsequently at Taikehu/Devonport Beach. Mataoho, the deity associated with as Ngā Māhanga/The Twins with Tukiata The Tainui people named the spring on North earthquakes and volcanic activity. standing in the form of a rock pinnacle near Head, Takapuna, and this name eventually Matakerepō was his wife and lived on the Te Toka a Tukiata or Te Whatu Kaupapa a came to mean all the land northwards to mountain known traditionally as Te Rua Tukiata/Rangitoto Beacon. Lake Pupuke. Maunga o Matakamokamo which once stood in the location now occupied by Following this, Matakamokamo and Pupuke Moana/Lake Pupuke. One day Matakerepō attempted to flee back to Matakamokamo requested from Matakerepō Te Whenua Roa/North Shore, resulting in and her servant Tukiata to collect harakeke the wrath of Mataoho to be turned upon (flax). Matakamokamo however took a dislike them once again. This resulted in both the to the finished product and while the two quarrelsome parents also being turned to were arguing, their house fire went out and stone at Awataha/Shoal Bay, where through Matakamokamo cursed both the cold and other volcanic eruptions they sank beneath the ground, creating the two breached crater

36 37 Public transport and car parking

Takapuna is the only Metropolitan Centre Public transport will remain an important that is not connected to a Rapid Transit focus for the Unlock Takapuna project. Good transport accessibility Network. This could potentially result in The main bus stops for Takapuna are located to and from Takapuna is access issues as the centre grows and along Lake Road. Auckland Transport has essential, particularly as it intensifies. indicated it is their preference for this to continue into the future. As a result, Better links between Takapuna and the grows and intensifies. development on the Anzac Street car park, Akoranga Busway Station (1.5km away) will should it take place, would have the benefit assist with regional connectedness, but may of public transport access on its doorstep, require modification to some bus routes. delivering people directly into any new public Public transport is already an important space and/or development. component in the accessibility picture Considerate design along this edge of the for Takapuna. The current levels of public development would need to occur to ensure transport usage in Takapuna hint at the it accommodates the public transport potential for how it might be accessed in function required of it and the ability to result the future and where priority in transport in a high quality urban outcome. planning should be focused. Given the close proximity of the city centre, there is immense potential to reinforce transport links between Public transport is already these two locations, particularly via public well used in Takapuna. transport.

! 2500 Important role for public bus boardings per day at Lake Auckland Transport's strategic 's future. Road in central Takapuna. Similar to intention is to support city growth Constellation Station and busier than with enhanced public transport all Auckland train stations except and improve active-mode share Britomart and Newmarket. (walking/cycling).

38 39 Strategic transport projects Car parking There is a range of strategic transport Providing the right balance of public car In public off-street car parks, Auckland studies exploring how Takapuna can achieve parking, passenger transport services Transport will prioritise short-stay parking better regional connections. The Third and safe walking and cycling access are over long-stay commuter parking. The Harbour Crossing is still being investigated. important considerations given the current rationale for this position is that short- This includes consideration of a potential rail use of the Unlock Takapuna sites as surface stay parking supports a range of economic or light rail connection between the North car parks. activity at different times of the day (e.g. Shore and Auckland Isthmus. Much of this shopping, dining and entertainment trips), It is intended that the number of existing thinking is on a longer-term horizon. Short while the provision of abundant low-cost car park spaces that would be displaced by term improvements to Busway access and commuter parking competes with public redevelopment would be accommodated bus services design, together with longer- transport investment and contributes to in new or enlarged car park buildings. This term infrastructure improvements, would peak-time congestion. The availability of would enable the Anzac Street car park, provide significant transport accessibility low-cost parking encourages car trips and in particular with its central position, to be advantages to Takapuna. can actually make convenient access to the predominantly used for added value centre more challenging. Strategic projects currently being considered purposes instead. of relevance to the future accessibility of Auckland Transport’s strategy approach Takapuna include: to centres such as Takapuna is to primarily • Third Harbour Crossing invest in public transport improvements rather than additional car parking. A car • Rail or light rail from the city parking study was conducted by Auckland centre to the North Shore Transport in October 2016. This study • Sky Path and Sea Path assessed the current and future car parking requirements of Takapuna. • Busway extension (Constellation Drive to Albany) • Revised bus services and reduced bus layover times in central Takapuna.

40 41 The car parking study identified the

following data in relation to car parking Bruce Mason A future car parking strategy car park site supply and projected demand in To create a more pedestrian-friendly environment in the centre of Takapuna, the primary public car park buildings and Takapuna, through to 2046: areas may be best located towards the edge of Takapuna centre. The location of the Gasometer car park is consistent with this approach, along with the Bruce Mason Killarney Street car park. 2280 400 Both the Gasometer and Bruce Mason car public car park car park spaces on the parks are within 200m (less than a five- spaces in Takapuna. Unlock Takapuna sites. minute walk) from Hurstmere Road.

Anzac Street block and Hurstmere Road 350-500 People in the car park spaces required to More effective management satisfy future provision for is required for existing public heart, cars on Takapuna to 2046. car park resources, to ensure the fringe of these are utilised by short- 200m radii stay users as a priority. the centre.

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42 43 Existing Takapuna public space network

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ST Public space Y ARNE KILL The broader Takapuna area already has a Anzac Street car park site reasonable quantity of public space in the KILLARNEY PARK A range of public spaces already New urban public spaces can be designed form of expansive beach-side and lake-side TAKAPUNA exist in Takapuna. Therefore we spaces at Takapuna Beach and Killarney Park. and located to attract and retain people of all ST ages and abilities at the centre of Takapuna. C BEACH need to consider how any new These typically support recreational activities associated with water and coastal activities. Doing so would create more pedestrian ANZA activity that would also support local retailers GOULD spaces would complement the THE Urban public spaces (those paved and edged and businesses. A well-located urban RESERVE existing public space network. with activity) are absent from the range of space on the Anzac Street car park site S POTTERS TRAND public spaces in Takapuna. Recent laneway would also provide for a more pleasant and PARK developments such as the McKenzies direct connection between the centre and Project and Fortieth & Hurstmere precincts Takapuna Beach. have contributed towards this provision. ST TMERE RD It is important for any new urban space, C A desire for improved urban public space particularly on the Anzac Street car park site, HURSTMERE L GREEN has been expressed in previous planning to be designed for a diversity of experiences ANZA AKE RD HURS documents and community feedback. There throughout the year and incorporate is an opportunity to include new urban public flexibility and design that considers the local space including plazas and squares, as part ST climate and prevailing winds. O of the development on both the Anzac COM Street and Gasometer car park sites. Centrally-located civic spaces that reinforce the heart of Takapuna could also A provide opportunities for markets and UBURN community events. ST

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46 47 Engagement and what the community has told us

What we’ve heard Key feedback for Community engagement for Unlock Unlock Takapuna Takapuna commenced in 2016. Feedback has informed the Car parking provision Initially the project team met with the Framework Plan in the following ways: • Overwhelming feedback on the difficulty Greater Takapuna Reference Group of finding available car parking in the town (GTRG), a collection of local representatives Public space centre led to a proposed increased car established by the Devonport-Takapuna • The strong desire for public open space parking provision on the Gasometer site. Local Board. on all or part of the Anzac Street car park Membership consisted of representatives site should influence the development Staging development from sectors including accessibility options for Anzac Quarter. • Feedback has confirmed the strategy groups, arts, business, education, events • There is a need to improve accessibility of delivering Gasometer car park first to management, health, parks, residents, the and connectivity around Takapuna ensure car parking provision is maintained Takapuna Sunday Market, mana whenua, (particularly to and from the beach). in Takapuna. technology, and youth. The GTRG provided a testing ground for Environmental concerns early ideas and emerging themes throughout • Feedback highlighted the need for further the preparation of the Framework Plan. investigation and wind testing for Anzac In early 2017 the project team met with Quarter and links to Hurstmere Road. a range of key stakeholder groups. In • Safety concerns and lighting issues around addition to this, feedback was also gathered Takapuna need to be considered across via pedestrian intercept surveys, phone development, but especially in any car interviews and door-to-door surveys among park structures, public spaces and local businesses. laneway connections. Feedback gathered during the past 12 months has built on consultation carried out during development of legacy plans relating to the future of Takapuna.

48 49 The Greater Takapuna Reference Group’s future desires for Takapuna

The year is 2020. Takapuna’s resident The ANZAC War Memorial previously found All architecture and urban design in Takapuna Events which cultivate community are a key Much like the people of Auckland, businesses population has increased significantly, and on The Strand has been relocated to this is now sensitive of the need for universal element of the new Takapuna. They occur are desperate to make Takapuna their home. At the conclusion of the the metropolitan centre has changed in a civic centre, where Potters Park, as a key access. This is evident in the enhanced through increased cooperation between High technology firms have congregated GTRG in February 2017, the similar fashion due to this rapid growth. feature, has also experienced outstanding quality and greater quantity of disabled organisers and the council, and through the in our commercial precinct – creating, revitalisation. bathrooms, the use of ramps instead of stairs clever activation of versatile spaces such as diversifying, and future-proofing employment group created a collective To begin with, the Anzac Street car park where feasible, and the elimination of cobbles the now pedestrianised Hurstmere Road. opportunities for locals while driving long site has been activated as a civic centre The Takapuna bus stops have been narrative to describe their and cuts in footpaths and curbs which create term economic development. hosting public open space and mixed-use upgraded, and an electric bicycle-sharing The Strand has also been reframed to be future desires for Takapuna and discomfort for our wheeled users. development. scheme has been implemented as part of a a lot more pedestrian friendly, in particular, Takapuna looks so different now, but has the Unlock Takapuna project. wider network spanning the North Shore and Furthermore, a boardwalk has been installed where the road converges with the beach. somehow managed to retain its ability to Multi-storey complexes offer a variety of Auckland. along the beach to enable people of all ages offer an authentic experience for all. retail and hospitality opportunities, a home People are empowered through urban design and abilities to enjoy the beauty of what for public services like the library and The popular Sunday Market is still well and to feel safe, connected, relaxed, and to enjoy can be considered Takapuna’s most valuable community agencies such as the Citizens alive, but is now situated in Smales Farm more of what our community can offer. natural asset. Advice Bureau, as well as quality apartments where it has retained a large portion of its The Gasometer site is now a multi-level on the higher levels. existing buyers and captured new market Environmental sensitivity can be car parking facility, complete with real time segments attracted by the ease of getting experienced principally in the way in which The Burger King and TAB building are gone, parking functions and accommodating largely to its location adjacent to a major public the ambience of the beach is impressed along with the old toilet block which has long-stay car parkers. The development is transport node. upon the civic centre through a lattice of been absorbed into the complex. adaptable; allowing apartments to be built on attractive laneways. higher levels should it become necessary to Māori culture and identity is reflected all do so in the future. around in the most innovative and artistic of ways.

50 51 Wāhanga tuawhā: Ngā wāhi Tukutuku Section four: The Unlock sites This section describes the two key Unlock Takapuna car Whā 04 park sites; Anzac Street and Gasometer. Both locations have been used for public car parking since the 1960s. Their positions relative to the centre of Takapuna mean they both have significant potential to contribute to the future form and identity of Takapuna Centre.

53 Anzac Street car park site

The Anzac Street car park occupies approximately 1 hectare. It includes the area currently occupied by 250 short-stay Its size and location provides an public car parks, as well as a series of exciting opportunity for high- properties that enable the site to be linked with Hurstmere Road. These sites are: quality public space and mixed- 40 Anzac Street; R78 Hurstmere Road; use development that can unify 72A Hurstmere Road; 34 Hurstmere Road; the heart of the centre. 38 Hurstmere Road. The main site (40 Anzac Street) enjoys street profile along two street edges – Anzac Street and Lake Road. Takapuna's main bus stops are also located along the Lake Road edge of the site. The centrally-located Anzac Street car park offers the potential to attract people into the heart of Takapuna and better connect disparate destinations and features such as Hurstmere Road, Shore City, Potters Park and the retail/food and beverage areas of Anzac Street and Lake Road. There is support for the redevelopment of this site and its potential to be a drawcard for people is demonstrated in the popularity of the weekly Takapuna Sunday Market. The development proposition will be to ensure activities that can attract people and inject life into the centre occurring, not just in the weekend, but throughout the week.

54 55 Gasometer car park site

The Gasometer car park occupies 6058sqm that is currently used as leased car parking A greater development for 137 cars. Part of the site sits below street envelope is available for sites level. It is located at the western periphery of Takapuna Centre, an area where intensive at the western periphery commercial, retail and residential activities of Takapuna Centre, which are encouraged. includes the Gasometer While intensive activity is encouraged by the car park. This provides an Unitary Plan, there is poor street amenity opportunity for new, taller that currently constrains the amount of foot traffic and retail and commercial uses development to further achieved in this area. landmark Takapuna in Development on the Gasometer car park, the skyline. along with streetscape improvements, has the potential to change this. High-quality development that contributes to the identity of Takapuna along with housing supply and choice that invigorates further private sector development in Takapuna is desired.

56 57 Wāhanga tuarima: Ō mātou whakaaro hoahoa Section five: Our design thinking Rima 05 This section looks at how our design thinking can contribute positively to a successful future urban Takapuna.

59 Our design thinking Ngā Māhanga Rangitoto The Twins, Hinerei and Matamiha

Gasometer Takapuna has the potential to showcase how car park site the best of urban living and Auckland's natural Waiwharariki P landscape combine to deliver an attractive and Takapuna Beach Anzac Street Manawa Shore to shore link memorable place. car park site Civic heart The Strand and Northcroft St

Underlying approach Bring a mix of activities, The underlying approach to our design thinking is to “contribute positively to enterprise and interest into the The Strand centre of Takapuna. Takapuna’s evolving townscape”. In order for development on these sites to contribute towards a successful future urban Takapuna, we need to consider how development capacity provided by the Auckland Unitary Plan can work harmoniously with the desire for new public Byron Avenue space, urban vibrancy, enhanced Māori Rose design and sustainable city-building practices. Garden In short, we need to deliver not just development, but a multitude of outcomes Northcroft that collectively make up the future Street townscape of Takapuna.

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Development Supporting public realm Key messages Potters Park on the Unlock sites In addition to development and changes Clearly communicating our design intent The development of the Unlock Takapuna specifically on the two Unlock Takapuna for the Unlock Takapuna sites will provide sites seeks to bring a mix of activities, sites, there’s additional need for some certainty for the community and future enterprise, amenity and interest into the enhancements to nearby existing public development partners on the expectations spaces and streets. for these sites. We will do this by establishing centre of Takapuna. Hurstmere design principles and following the Green Panuku will work with the council family to Green Therefore, we envisage development that Star – Communities accreditation system. fits the current and future scale, grain and consider and coordinate complementary Lake Road character of Takapuna. A component of this changes within Takapuna to make the most involves new public space. of the development opportunities in the Hurstmere Road centre.

Channel View Road Some complementary public realm projects currently scoped and in the design phase include: Como Street • Hurstmere Road street upgrade (Auckland Transport and Auckland Council); Gibbons Road • Hurstmere Road intersection The Strand enhancements (Auckland Transport); • Potters Park playground upgrade (Auckland Council); Huron Street • Lake Road cycle improvements (Auckland Transport).

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Scale = 1:2500 0 25 50 75 100 125 250 Sills van Bohemen Architects Ltd +64(9)3075252 www.svb.co.nz Work In Progress Printed 5/12/16 Page .5 of 30 Design principles Unlock Takapuna design principles The vision and goals outlined in section two can be applied Takapuna-wide and are relevant to guide any future development within Takapuna centre. Our six design principles will establish iD direction and parameters for development on the Unlock Takapuna sites. It is intended that they will also enable a degree of flexibility for 1. Contribute to a walkable 2. Create street-level vibrancy 3. Foster Takapuna’s urban identity innovative design solutions to emerge. network of public spaces Street-level vibrancy is essential to attract Takapuna’s urban identity stems from its These design principles are consistent with Ensure development prioritises the creation people, support business and enterprise, beachside charm, relaxed lifestyle and array the overall direction intended for Takapuna as of quality public space that complements the and contribute to improved street and of retail and hospitality choices. The continued set out under the vision and goals. They are existing public space network in Takapuna pedestrian amenity. evolution of Takapuna’s urban identity will intended to be used to direct and measure embody innovation and creative flair. future design proposals on the Unlock Takapuna sites.

4. Positively contribute 5. Ensure sustainability and liveability 6. Include Te Aranga to Takapuna’s skyline Māori Design Principles Sustainable design is vital. This philosophy Takapuna is a premier North Shore centre and supports liveability outcomes for the Takapuna Improved expression and visibility of Māori destination. Its skyline is distinguishable from centre and enhanced quality of life outcomes culture within Takapuna is important and the Auckland Harbour Bridge and locations that include the way we move around should be used to strengthen the outcomes within the city centre. Therefore, any tall Takapuna, the range of housing choices, the of all other principles. building design must rise to the challenge quality of the natural environment, and our of being a visually prominent and potentially ability to enjoy and benefit from these. admired future landmark.

64 65 Green Star – Communities Panuku will aim to use the Green Star – Our targets will include: Communities framework as a guide to • Anzac Street car park site: 6 Star Green ensure the Unlock Takapuna project aligns Star – Communities rating, 6 Star Green with international best practice for urban Star rating for commercial buildings and regeneration. Green Star – Communities is 6 Homestar rating for apartments a tool that benchmarks developments to achieve more sustainable communities in line • Gasometer car park site: 6 Star Green with the principles of: Star rating for commercial buildings and 6 Homestar rating for apartments. • Enhanced liveability • Economic prosperity We will also seek to: • Environmental responsibility • Develop a local procurement plan to • Design excellence provide and utilise local employment • Strong leadership and governance. and skills • Provide development opportunities during construction of the Unlock Takapuna sites • Require water-sensitive design measures • Require integrated transport and movement solutions • Enable a reduction of heat-island effect (increased warmth due to land modification) and enhance local biodiversity • Provide new public spaces, visible from the street.

66 67 Looking north-west at the Anzac Street car park site: Illustrating Unlock Takapuna design principles and possible outcome for the site

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Creating Takapuna’s skyline Varied height and variable rooines is desired Lake Road Sustainability and liveability Anzac Street car park site Design with local climatic conditions

Development on the Anzac Street car park We will also ensure development on our site has the ability to connect existing spaces better connects the centre of Takapuna with Create a civic heart for within Takapuna and offer public space and the beach and other key public spaces. A walkable network of public spaces development potential to accommodate a Create two direct, open-aired through-site links Takapuna centre that celebrates We seek to locate any development- range of new uses. its identity and attracts people, associated car parking underground. Takapuna urban identity Distinctive identity is important The central position of this site within activity and enterprise. Under the Unitary Plan, this site has a nine- Takapuna suggests a future role as the heart storey height limit. of Takapuna as it continues to develop. Te Aranga Māori Design Principles Our approach to development on this site is Design opportunities to create a civic heart for Takapuna centre that celebrates its identity and attracts people, activity and enterprise. Street-level vibrancy Hurstmere Road Active uses at ground oor

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1. Contribute to a walkable 2. Create street- 3. Foster Takapuna’s network of public spaces level vibrancy urban identity

1.1 Create two direct, open-aired 1.4 Retain and upgrade Potters Park 2.1 Ensure building entrances are visible 3.1 Distinctive identity is important through-site links Retain Potters Park and upgrade it as a Building entrances (including to upper We seek architectural variety that reflects Provide these in the locations set out in the space that integrates with adjacent new floor activities) are to be visible, accessible, the Takapuna context and conditions. Auckland Unitary Plan to ensure connections development. Pedestrian-only edges can provide weather protection and contribute to are created between Lake Road and be created on its eastern and southern the activation of public open spaces. 3.2 Fine grain is desirable Hurstmere Road. The opportunity to align boundaries. The development should be read as a a direct link with the Rangitoto sightline 2.2 Active uses at ground floor series of buildings, as opposed to a single initiated by Hurstmere Green should occur. 1.5 Pedestrian egress from any car Active uses at ground floor to be achieved development. parking to be located to bring along street and priority laneway edges. 1.2 Provide a public square that can people into key spaces and 3.3 Building design should function as a civic heart for Takapuna maintain pedestrian safety 2.3 Parking on the Anzac Street site respond to street conditions This public square should be sized for Pedestrian entries/exits to any public to be accessed from Anzac Street Provide building frontages of a scale that everyday use and designed as an attractive car parking can activate public spaces Primary vehicle access to the site for car relates to the adjacent public realm spaces pedestrian area, with active edges. It should and streets. parking to be from Anzac Street. Additional and enables sunlight entry. Above this level, be designed to be innovative and flexible This approach to creating a walkable network access from Lake Road via Anzac Lane to buildings should be set back and provide to enable this space to also accommodate of public spaces organises the site into be minimised. architectural variety suitable for more larger gatherings when required. three development parcels for development. distant viewing. Building setback rules apply for upper floors, 1.3 Pedestrian amenity along activated taller than four storeys. 3.4 Create urban edges street edges is important Build to the street and lane edges, however Pedestrian amenity is important along Lake building line variation can occur where it Road, particularly where the bus stop and results in visual interest, building richness Anzac Street site interface. and is appropriate for the intended activity.

70 71 4. Positively 5. Ensure 6. Incorporate contribute to sustainability Te Aranga Māori Takapuna’s skyline and liveability Design Principles

4.1 Varied height and variable 5.1 People at the centre of Takapuna 6.1 Māori design rooflines is desired Car parking to be located below ground level Māori cultural association with Takapuna Buildings to be designed to provide varied where feasible. to be expressed in the public realm design height and rooflines. A completely constant and use of native planting. frontage height should be avoided. 5.2 Design with local climatic conditions 6.2 Collaboration opportunities 4.2 Consider local and distant Buildings to be sited and designed for passive views for building design solar gain and natural ventilation. Further opportunities to work with mana whenua on other built form aspects to Building and public realm design to be Key local and distant views (back to be explored. the site) to be considered in the design cognisant of local prevailing winds. Public of any tall buildings. realm to be located and designed to avoid and not make strong wind conditions worse. 4.3 Elegant architecture Dual aspect dwellings are desirable for An elegant form for any building above ventilation benefits. With single aspect frontage height is considered important. dwellings, avoid south-facing apartments.

4.4 Design to minimise dominance 5.3 Green Star over public spaces Achieve 6 Homestar rating (or other Buildings to be designed to ensure appropriate rating) for new dwellings. Takapuna’s appreciation of sunlight and the appearance of the sky at street-level 5.4 Create a variety of dwelling sizes is not compromised. A range of dwelling sizes to be accommodated in order to achieve a variety of price points.

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A possible plan for the Potters Park Anzac Street car park site

This plan shows how the design principles 4. Align a new laneway to lead to a visual axis can be applied to the Anzac Street car park set up by Hurstmere Green to Rangitoto. 3 site. It illustrates one way in which the design 5. Development fronting onto Potters Park principles can inform site design. for added definition and surveillance. 6 1. A new public space that can be used Hurstmere Road 6. Possible shared space environment along flexibly in conjunction with Hurstmere the existing service lane. Road and Hurstmere Green. 7. Street edges along Anzac Street and 2. New public spaces edged by activity and Burger Lake Road defined by buildings with buildings, attracting and retaining people in King active ground floors. the centre of Takapuna. restaurant 8. Fine grain and varied height enabled Shore City 3. New laneways to complement the across the site. existing Fortieth & Hurstmere laneway shopping and effectively connect the centre of mall 2 Takapuna with the beach. 4 1 Hurstmere Green

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