LINKING PEOPLE TO THE SEA AND CITY

URBAN DESIGN CONCEPTS FOR THE SEA+CITY PROJECT IN

2007

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Welcome to the Sea+City Project … the waterfront This vision of a redeveloped and rejuvenated Western Reclamation and Tank Farm Public open space and access to the waterfront is at the heart of the urban design The design framework includes facilities for the fi shing and marine industries will become a reality over the next 25 years as the area is gradually transformed framework proposed for the Wynyard Quarter. Within the Sea+City Project area. - historic inhabitants of the area - and provides room for retail and entertainment Aucklanders have been asking for, linking the sea and the city. from a largely industrial area into a mixed-use, multi-purpose suburb. 54% of the total land area is set aside for parks, public squares, a major waterfront industries, offi ces and apartments to create a sense of community. It establishes the At the heart of the Sea+City Project area, an 18.5 ha area of land between promenade, roads and footpaths. Public use facilities include: urban structure and public infrastructure for the project – the roads, parks, services, Boulevards, shops, cafés, restaurants, offi ces, apartments and beautifully landscaped Pakenham St and Wynyard Point, is an exciting opportunity to create a new • Two new public parks (4.8 ha) with space for a future iconic building building heights, pedestrian and public facilities. parks including one major 4.3 ha park on the Wynyard Point headland. At the tip of suburb from scratch – where modern, innovative urban design, town planning and • A 2.4 km stretch of publicly accessible waterfront The redevelopment of the Sea+City Project area is governed by Regional the point a previously limited-access panorama of Auckland’s jewel – the harbour environmental principles and practices link the waterfront to the city in a people- Holdings, and overseen by its agent, Sea+City Projects Limited, a specialist property – stretches from the upper harbour in the west to Devonport, sweeps around to friendly environment. • A dramatic waterfront promenade with an iconic entry bridge from Te Wero Island management company established to administer site leases, manage and promote Rangitoto and Browns islands and the working port linking to new shops, restaurants and bars at Wynyard Quarter The Sea+City Project builds on the principles fi rst proposed in the Auckland what promises to be the biggest waterfront urban renewal project ever undertaken Active fi shing wharves and an innovative marine events centre will be a short Waterfront Vision 2040 and public feedback on the draft concept for Wynyard • An active fi shing wharf and marine events precinct. in New Zealand. walk from Viaduct Harbour across an iconic Te Wero Bridge. The urban design Point published by in February 2005. It also builds on initial design The main park is a major landscaped 4.3 ha green space on the waterfront framework proposed for the Wynyard Quarter aims to create a lively, bustling and concepts prepared for Ltd by respected international designer headland, the primary public space destination for both passive and active safe environment for people to live, work and play in a world-class harbourside Peter Walker, in conjunction with local fi rm Architectus. recreation. It will provide the signature landscape experience of the Sea+City suburb Project. The smaller park incorporates a 40m wide boulevard which will visually and physically connect Victoria Park to the tip of Wynyard Point.

CONTENTS

WIDER WATERFRONT VISION 2/3 CONTEXT / THE BIG MOVES 4/5 RESPONSE TO CONSULTATION 6 CONCEPT FRAMEWORK 7 CONCEPT MASTERPLAN 8/9 CITY PRECINCT CHARACTER 10/11 PENINSULA CHARACTER 12/13 SCALE & FORM / ENVIRONMENT 14/15 TIMEFRAME / MAKING IT HAPPEN 16/17

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To enable the principles of the Auckland Waterfront Vision 2040 for the wider WYNYARD QUARTER Hobson Wharf and the Maritime Museum Ports moving eastward waterfront to be realised, Auckland City Council and Auckland Regional Holdings The redevelopment of Wynyard Quarter incorporates the principles of the wider Auckland City has acquired ownership of Hobson Wharf, part of the gateway to Ports of Auckland Ltd, the country’s largest port, has been consolidating its together with Ports of Auckland have reached agreement on the ownership and waterfront vision and aims to “create a range of public open spaces that provide Viaduct Harbour and a signifi cant tourist attraction. The Maritime Museum refl ects commercial operations at the eastern end of the CBD waterfront for some years. As control of several key areas of the Auckland waterfront. This has involved the a variety of experiences”. our maritime heritage which has helped to create Auckland’s very character, and its an increasing percentage of goods passing through the Port is containerised (now transfer of certain areas of land from Harbour Bridge Park in the west and Teal Park current “City of Sails” imagery. 70%) the company has been developing its container handling capability at Axis in the east. Historically, Wynyard Quarter has been an area for port-related industry. In recent years the marine and fi shing industries have also established a presence there to Fergusson and Axis Bledisloe. A reclamation adding to the area of Axis Fergusson is A Marine Events Centre for Auckland well advanced, and will signifi cantly increase future container handling capacity. HARBOUR BRIDGE PARK service the Port, and other boating interests using the Waitemata Harbour. To secure Auckland’s place on the international marine events calendar the city Ports of Auckland continues to use three wharves to the west of Bledisloe - Queen’s, The western end of the CBD waterfront is punctuated with Harbour Bridge Park. needs a purpose-built, consistently available venue with world-class, appropriate Captain Cook and Marsden - for general cargo. In the future these wharves are also This park is currently an undeveloped open space that is partially owned by Transit Any proposed development on Wynyard Quarter will be aligned with the vision for event facilities and a regulatory environment which permits the hosting of events. likely to become available for redevelopment when they are no longer needed for NZ and used as a storage space for bridge-related works equipment. the whole of the waterfront that aims to carefully balance the amount, location and type of public open space, promote effi cient transport and infrastructure networks, The Marine Events Centre on the Halsey Street extention wharf will include public commercial port operations. Auckland City Council has acquired the majority of the park not used for bridge manage building height and form and promote sustainable development. open spaces and water space with buildings for events in the heart of the city. servicing operations. Given its prime location and amazing views westwards, Teal Park Auckland Regional Holdings will ensure the Sea+City Project area is developed in Auckland City Council will develop this land into a public park. Other land transfers Teal Park, situated at almost opposite Judges Bay, marks the eastern an environmentally sustainable way, where urban design refl ects the character of the Ports of Auckland has bought small areas of land alongside Plumer Street and end of the CBD waterfront. Like Harbour Bridge Park at the western end of the CBD Westhaven Drive area, where there is a mix of activities and where the marine and fi shing industries waterfront. Auckland City Council will develop this park to maximise public use, are part of the area’s future. Tooley Street inside the “red” fence from Auckland City Council to enable better When Auckland City Council bought Westhaven Marina in 2004 it said it would vehicle maneuverability. The Council has also agreed to close the end of Gabador providing the opportunity for a pleasant green public open space on the water’s improve public access and amenities on the land to make the area more appealing Place in Mt Wellington, a road leading to a port company wharf on the Tamaki River, edge. Teal Park will feature an extensive public walkway and viewing area on the to visitors. The Council has purchased Westhaven Drive and will upgrade the and to sell the land to the port company. This will create enough space for a new Port eastern edge. walkways there to help achieve it’s goal. bulk liquid handling facility. This amenity will enable the eventual removal of some of the large tanks on the Western Reclamation so that redevelopment of the vacated site can take place.

HARBOUR BRIDGE PARK WESTHAVEN MARINA WYNYARD QUARTER HALSEY ST EXTENTION WHARF/ HOBSON WHARF/ QUEENS WHARF CAPTAIN COOK WHARF FERGUSSON TEAL PARK MARINE EVENTS MARITIME MUSEUM CONTAINER TERMINAL

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The urban design framework proposed here build on initial design concepts LAND USE COMPARISION In order to redevelop the Sea+City Project area, two planning changes are required. Auckland City, as the local authority and preented in September 2005. Extensive public feedback and ongoing 2005 2007 discussions with Auckland City Council and other key stakeholders has led to land-use regulator, must alter its District Plan Change to enable new land uses to be implemented. As the project abuts water the following key changes: THE POINT PARK space and includes wharves, the Auckland Regional Council must make changes to its Coastal Plan.

• The location and extent of public space • Increased land for the established marine industries • The potential for an iconic building at the northern point PLANNING CONTROL MAP

t e e • The capacity to enable the city to host marine events r t t f r e S a e t r h t n o S W t m d n u r o a a e y m n PLANNING CONTROL MAP B u y a e W • The nature and extent of the Daldy Street axis. B The Wynyard Quarter Plan Change Area covers 25.5 ha from Fanshawe Street The revised design concepts presented here may not be the fi nal answer. They are Point Park was 1.3 ha. Point Park is now 4.3 ha through to Wynyard Point, bordered by land to the west of Beaumont Street and only one part of a framework to ensure the successful realisation of the vision for the The northern-most site has been identifi ed as Halsey Street in the east. This area includes about 7 ha of privately held land in wider waterfront and for Wynyard Quarter. suitable for an iconic civic building. addition to the 18.5 ha Sea+City Project area. As the transition in land-use progresses and an understanding of the demand and The Auckland Regional Council’s Coastal Plan Change area covers the water desires for the area become clearer, the concepts will be continuously reviewed and space surrounding not only the Wynyard Quarter Plan Change area, but also the refi ned. Ultimately, this approach will result in an exciting and vibrant place of which Viaduct Harbour and the water space around Wynyard Point and extending down

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Te Wero Auckland Regional Holdings is the investor and promoter of the Sea+City Te Wero Proposed Bridge Jellicoe Street Jellicoe Street Connection Project. It owns 18.5 ha of land north of Pakenham Street to Wynyard Point, ey Street sey Street s bordered by Halsey Street and Beaumont Street, known as the Sea+City Gaunt Street The Halsey Street wharf extention Halsey Street Extension Wharf has been purchased Project area.

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t t e e Design area. as a focus for marine events. e e r f r t t r S S a h Fanshawe Street m of land from south of Pakenham Street to Fanshawe Street. This parcel of land, a W ont h d g r i r a y B n Victoria Park y Beaum W while in the Wynyard Quarter, is not part of the Sea+City Project area. KEY Halsey Street Extension Wharf Auckland Regional Holdings is working closely with Auckland City Council t e e r t

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r CITY+SEA PROJECT AREA AUCKLAND CITY COUNCIL t S y d l a D Gaunt Street AUCKLAND REGIONAL HOLDINGS (ARH) Marine Industry area. Marine use has been focused around the Beaumont Street marine cluster and now includes VIADUCT HARBOUR HOLDINGS ARC/ AUCKLAND CITY JOINT LIMITED (VHHL) MANAGEMENT AREA the northern slipways. Fanshawe Street To allow for growth there has been a 20% increase in marine industry space allocation. 4 5

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The Urban Design Strategy for Wynyard Quarter establishes four key concepts to integrate the site into its waterfront and CBD setting. These concepts respond to the site’s present and future urban and landscape conditions and together establish it’s physical structure. These four concepts are described below:

WATERFRONT AXIS

The Waterfront Axis- establishes the waterfront promenade 1. Marine Events Centre The Marine Events Centre will occupy the existing Halsey Street Extension Wharf site. 1 Its proximity to the existing Maritime Museum will create a new waterfront cultural precinct. The Waterfront Axis is the spine of the Sea+City Project area. It extends east to west from Tamaki Drive and Quay Street across the Viaduct Harbour and into Wynyard Quarter to create the primary linking element along 2. Te Wero Bridge The Te Wero Bridge will create a new physical connection to the Wynyard Quarter. the waterfront. The Waterfront Axis will be an urban promenade which prioritises pedestrian movements and 3. North Wharf The existing North Wharf structure will continue the pedestrian axis through to Westhaven. This will be environments along the waterfront from Tamaki Drive to Wynyard Quarter. activated by waterfront retail, hospitality and pedestrian activity. The wharf edge will remain accessible to the fi shing It is hoped the fi rst stage of this axis, a bridge to link Viaduct Harbour area with Wynyard Quarter, will be completed fl eet to create an active working waterfront experience. in time for the Rugby World Cup in 2011. 4. Jellicoe Street Jellicoe Street will function as the primary destination for retail and commercial activity. Updated images still to come 5. Stormwater Pond The Stormwater Treatment Pond serves as both a landscape and infrastructural function enabling a sustainable stormwater management system and opening views from the site to Westhaven Marina. 6. Cultural Destination The western end of the waterfront axis is identifi ed as a potential site for a cultural destination.

PARK AXIS

The Park Axis- creates a landscape network 1. Point Park Will establish a major public space destination at the northern section of the Wynyard Quarter. The park’s design will support both passive active uses and will maximise access to the water’s edge. The Park Axis establishes the second linking element for Wynyard Quarter by creating a north-south connection between Victoria Park in the south and the public open space on the waters edge at the tip of Wynyard Point. 2. Victoria Park Will be connected via Daldy Street through a direct pedestrian link across Fanshawe Street. This axis follows Daldy Street which will become a 40m wide park ,visually and physically connecting Victoria Park and 3. Potential Cultural Anchor the headland location creates the opportunity to establish an architectural icon and a the harbour. cultural destination that will activate the Point Park and celebrate its magnifi cent harbour setting. The 10.9 ha of public open space within the Sea+City Project offers an integrated and diverse range of parks and plazas 4. Central Park Will provide amenity for development between Jellicoe and Fanshawe Streets. which maximize connectivity and access to the water’s edge. This network includes: 5. Jellicoe Plaza Located at the intersection of the Waterfront and Park Axes. This urban space will connect Updated images still to come • a large regional destination park at Wynyard Point of 4.3 ha movements and provide a focus for waterfront activity and gathering. • a series of neighbourhood parks and plazas 6. Daldy Street Linear Park Will provide a strategic route for public transport, pedestrians and cyclists through the • 2.4 km of new coastal edge pedestrian access. Wynyard Quarter as well as recreational and social space.

WHARF AXIS

The Wharf Axis- connects land and sea 1. Jellicoe Harbour Redevelopment will create the opportunity to establish a working waterfront harbour which supports the existing fi shing industry activities as well as provides a location for water based events. The Wharf Axis runs down the eastern edge of Wynyard Point through Jellicoe Street and meets Beaumont Street at the intersection of Madden Street. The axis will function primarily as a pedestrian connection linking part of the 2. Wynyard Plaza Will ground the wharf axis within the Central Precinct. It will establish an urban plaza space which existing marine industry area with the working waterfronts of Wynyard Wharf and Jellicoe Harbour. orientates pedestrians onto the Wharf Axis and the harbour beyond. The Wynyard Wharf Axis will be linked to the eastern edge of Point Park. The interaction of the wharf, the water, and 3. Wynyard Wharf Will be activated by retail and commercial activity fronting the wharf. These buildings will the park will provide a recreation edge for fi shing, walking and a natural vantage point for views to the city accommodate the infrastructure and services that will support the use of the wharf as berthage for the fi shing fl eet and harbour. and cruise ships. 4. Brigham Street Will establish a pedestrian and vehicular waterfront street with maritime character. The street will Updated images still to come connect Point Park to the Waterfront Axis. 5. Point Park The Wynyard Wharf axis will be linked to the eastern edge of Point Park.

WATERFRONT PRECINCTS

The Waterfront Precincts 1. Jellicoe Precinct Is considered as an extension of the existing CBD waterfront and Viaduct Harbour activity. It will function as the Wynyard Quarter’s social and cultural heart and its main pedestrian link to the existing waterfront. Wynyard Point is characterised on three sides by the harbour. The vision is to create a waterfront destination that expresses the unique location and maximises public use through interaction with its coastal edges and views. 2. Point Precinct It also includes the redevelopment of Wynyard Wharf. A combination of residential/commercial and retail activity with a distinct waterfront character will facilitate activation of Wynyard Wharf and the signature headland Jellicoe Precinct will function as the social and cultural heart of Wynyard Quarter and provide the main pedestrian link open space. to the CBD. 3. Central Precinct With retail, commercial and residential development together will the existing activities of the The base area of Wynyard Quarter, to be known as the Central Precinct, will be transformed into a vibrant mixed-use Viaduct Harbour (east) and marine industry uses (west). neighbourhood around the existing business activities. 4. Marine Industries Precinct Will retain its existing marine functions which service the recreational marine uses of Updated images still to come The marine industries precinct remains and supports the diversity and maritime character of Wynyard Quarter. the Wynyard Quarter and Westhaven Marina. Additional opportunities for the marine industries are accommodated Additional space has been allocated for the ancipated growth of this sector. within the adjacent Central and Jellicoe Precincts

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1. PUBLIC SPACES 2. PUBLIC ACCESS AND CIRCULATION

KEY KEY PUBLIC SPACE NETWORK – TOTAL 10.9 HA

Point Park PUBLIC SPACE PUBLIC SPACE Wynyard Wharf Point (0.7 ha)

ROADS This creates a destination at the northern end of the

PUBLIC TRANSPORT ONLY Wharf Axis which will activate the wharf as a pedestrian route and defi nes a place that provides views beyond the PEDESTRIANS/ site to the harbour and CBD. CYCLES ONLY

Daldy Gardens Marine Events FERRIES Point Park (4.3 ha) Jellicoe Centre Plaza Te Wero Island PUBLIC ACCESS TO THE The park is the primary waterfront public space WATER’S EDGE destination for passive and active recreation. The headland park will provide the signature landscape experience of the Sea+City Project area. Part of the Headland Park, the Western Edge Park, creates a direct Daldy Street Linear Park Daldy Street relationship with Westhaven Marina. Existing marine Central Park activities will be retained in the medium-term.

Beaumont Plaza (0.1 ha) This is the arrival and forecourt space for the Point Park. The space will function as a pick-up and drop-off area and as a reception space for ceremonies or gatherings. The fundamental basis for the revised urban and the bustling activity of the marine and It is proposed that walking, cycling and Wherever practicable a safe and sheltered design framework and the accompanying Draft fi shing industries. passenger transport be the dominant modes environment for pedestrians will be provided Point Linear Park (0.3 ha) Plan Change is to provide greater public access The proposed location and size of the public of transport within the Sea+City Project area. through canopies on buildings and awnings This space connects the Point Park with Jellicoe Plaza and to the water’s edge and a greater proportion open spaces aims to make the most of such The Te Wero bridge linking Viaduct area in public spaces. An extensive water frontage establishes pedestrian priority for the Point Precinct. of public space as part of the redevelopment. activities. The majority of the public spaces with Jellicoe Street is key to linking the area presents many opportunities for ferry and The Sea+City Project has the potential to offer provide access to the water. In addition, the with the CBD, and will open to enable boat water taxi services to call at locations around New Water Space (0.45 ha) the harbour edge. The Sea+City Project a range of experiences, including stunning size of the area warrants some internal public movements. It will provide direct access from The stormwater quality treatment pond is framed by area creates approximately 2.4 km of newly views over Westhaven to the Harbour Bridge, spaces such as the long “boulevard” park Wynyard Quarter to the Britomart Transport an esplanade edges which allow for public access and accessible public waterfront access. expansive views of the harbour and city down Daldy Street and the planned Central Park. Centre and the lower CBD. connect Jellicoe Street to the Point Park.

Marine Events Centre (1.7 ha) 3. 2007 LAND USE PLAN CITY+SEA PROJECT AREA LAND USE WYNYARD QUARTER LAND USE The proposed marine events space for the CBD. KEY This pie graph relates to all the Sea+City land north of This pie graph relates to the entire Wynyard Jellicoe Plaza (0.4 ha) COMMERCIAL/ BUSINESS Pakenham Street – the 18.5 ha publicly-owned portion Quarter area including VHHL land from Fanshawe of Wynyard Quarter. Street to Pakenham St. Jellicoe Plaza will offer the signature urban landscape FISHING INDUSTRY experience for the Sea+City Project area and will function 5% 5% NON- PERMANENT ACC. 12% 7% as an urban waterfront gathering and event space. 10% MIXED USE* 14% 3% 15% Gateway Entry Plaza (0.4 ha)

PUBLIC SPACE This space will provide an arrival and departure point for

14% movements along the Waterfront Axis and a forecourt POTENTIAL CULTURAL/ COMMUNAL to the Marine Events Centre. * GROUND LEVEL USE OTHER THAN RETAIL/ ENTERTAINMENT; UPPER LEVEL USE NOT 20% APPOINTED Madden Plaza (0.1 ha) 2% MIXED USE - RETAIL/ ENTERTAINMENT ON GRD FLOOR, RESIDENTIAL ABOVE Created by the extension of the Madden Street 23% alignment to the water’s edge, this space will provide MIXED USE - RETAIL/ ENTERTAINMENT ON GRD FLOOR, COMMERCIAL ABOVE 34% 15% additional amenity to Viaduct Harbour. 12% MIXED USE - MARINE INDUSTRIES ON GRD FLOOR, COMMERCIAL ABOVE) 9% Wynyard Plaza (0.3 ha)

MIXED USE - COMMERCIAL ON LVL 1 & 2, Wynyard Plaza establishes a gateway to the Wharf Axis RESIDENTIAL FROM LVL 3 KEY on Beaumont Street and provides an urban landscape MIXED USE - RETAIL/ ENTERTAINMENT experience. ON GRD FLOOR ,COMMERCIAL ON LVL 2, COMMERCIAL BUSINESS RETAIL/ENTERTAINMENT RESIDENTIAL FROM LVL 3

MARINE INDUSTRY ROADS Central Park (0.5 ha) The design framework builds on the existing • The Waterfront Axis from Te Wero Island This space will provide local amenities and a focus for use of the area by retaining the fi shing and and extending along Jellicoe Street to FISHING INDUSTRY LANES the marine industrial activities. A range of the west will become the heart of the (IN PRIVATE OWNERSHIP) the Central Precinct in Wynyard Quarter. MIXED USE new uses will be introduced as the bulk liquid entertainment and retail area. MARINE EVENTS CENTRE Daldy Street Linear Park (0.8 ha) storage activities progressively relocate. PUBLIC SPACE • Business and mixed-use residential areas The Daldy Street Linear Park connects Victoria Park to the • The marine area will be centered around are essentially fi tted in amongst the other Point Park and establishes the Park Axis. It will function as existing facilities on Beaumont Street. uses. Their location provides for easy access the main organising space of Wynyard Quarter and the • Fishing industries will be centered around to central public transport routes, and are primary public transport interface. the existing Sanford, Simunovich and intended to activate and observation Moana Pacifi c operations on Jellicoe Street. public spaces. 8 9

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The proposed building heights for the Sea+City Project area are appropriate in relation to the area’s waterfront and CBD context The photo simulation image below is a survey-accurate, true-scale representation and to the proposed network of open spaces. The design concepts propose a ‘stepping down’ of building heights towards the of the revitalised Sea+City Project area from approximately 300m above sea level, water. This softens the visual form of buildings from an external perspective while enhancing views from within. looking south towards the CBD.

KEY

MAXIMUM HEIGHT POINT The buildings on the northern edge of Wynyard Point will relate 50M to the scale and character of the existing waterfront wharves Gateway Entry Plaza and will be characterised by the waterfront edge conditions and 28M - 33M public open spaces. 25M - 29M The highest buildings will be (27)m on the central road 25M alignment. Heights will taper down to 12m at the edge. The 18M park areas around the buildings will be landscaped, but will

15M generally remain at the existing level.

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Note: Height in JELLICOE Four locations along Jellicoe Street have been identifi ed for metres above landmark buildings of up to 50m in height. These buildings will mean street level provide interest and variation in the built form. The proposed Jellicoe Plaza locations have been chosen to avoid protected view corridors.

CENTRAL The buildings closer to Fanshawe Street will generally be between (10)m and (50)m, with the higher buildings located closer to Jellicoe Street. The general heights proposed will achieve a subtle variation in building height, scale and form between the different precincts. KEY THE SCALE AND FORM OF BUILDINGS REPRESENTED ILLUSTRATES THE MAXIMUM PROPOSED BULK, Retention of existing character buildings will also ensure NEW PUBLIC WATERFRONT ACCESS HEIGHT AND DENSITY OF THE URBAN DESIGN FRAMEWORK ONLY. INDIVIDUAL BUILDINGS HAVE NOT YET variation of building height. BEEN DESIGNED AND WILL DIFFER FROM THOSE PORTRAYED IN THE ILLUSTRATION SHOWN HERE.

Beaumont Plaza

(RED AXIS) JELLICOE PACKENHAM PARK AXIS KEY PLAN PARK AXIS ELEVATION STREET CITY STREET WEST VICTORIA PARK

SPINE MADDEN FANSHAWE While many design elements have been the operational needs of existing marine and CONE POINT PARK ISLAND BUILDINGS STREET DALDY PARK CITY PARK GAUNT STREET STREET brought together to create this plan, the fi shing activities. universal principle of ‘providing continuous The proposed Point Park is the most signifi cant public waterfront access’ has been paramount. open space within the framework. Its location at The urban design framework proposes the tip of Wynyard Point emphasizes the views and approximately 2.4 km of new public waterfront the relationship between land and water.

50m access along the entire edge of the Sea+City The Point Park is large enough to accommodate Project area from Viaduct Harbour in the east to a possible landmark building in future and the marine slipways in the west. This will create host major open-air events. It is comparable Marine Events Centre a range of distinctive open spaces and also to Docklands Park in Melbourne, and includes balance the requirement for public access with a number of ‘overfl ow’ areas (Beaumont Plaza, Wynyard Wharf). WATERFRONT AXIS WATERFRONT AXIS VIADUCT TE WERO EXISTING SPINE JELLICOE PLAZA/ BEAUMONT EXISTING NORTH WHARF HARBOUR TE WERO ISLAND ISLAND BRIDGE ACVL SITE BUILDING SITE BUILDINGS DALDY STREET STREET CONCRETE EXTENSION KEY PLAN ELEVATION SILOS

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VIEW DIRECTION & AREA VIEW DIRECTION & AREA TE WERO BRIDGE MARINE EVENTS CENTRE DALDY STREET LINEAR PARK The proposed bridge from Te Wero Island to Wynyard Quarter provides an Auckland City Council will develop a place in Viaduct Harbour to hold marine events The Daldy Street Linear Park is a 40m wide boulevard establishing a green link in the passive recreation as well as some retail and commercial activity. This park could be opportunity to establish an impressive gateway entry to the area and Viaduct which will build on the area’s current ability to host public activities and waterfront North South axis connecting Victoria Park with the Point Park. This [600m] link will viewed and accessed from Fanshawe Street and all of the cross streets in the project Harbour. The concept illustrates an opening bridge retaining access to the inner events. This will make the precinct an attractive, interesting events destination while establish the primary north-south pedestrian axis. The concept establishes an internal area (Gaunt, Pakenham, Madden and Jellicoe Streets). Viaduct Harbour. The bridge will support public transport, pedestrian and cycle providing for adjacent marine activity. It is anticipated that marine events will attract a garden, connecting Victoria Park to the water’s edge and is ideally suited for access only. wide range of people to the entire Sea+City Project area.

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VIEW DIRECTION & AREA VIEW DIRECTION & AREA NEW WATER SPACE THE ‘ANCHOR’ JELLICOE PLAZA The re-introduction of water is based on the establishment of a [6,800]m2 refl ection The buildings at the western end of Jellicoe Street have the potential to perform an This is where the action is - the central meeting place and heart of the Sea+City Daldy Street. It will be marked by a signature artwork or fountain. Wynyard Wharf pond, designed to operate as the stormwater treatment system for the Wynyard important ‘anchor’ function on the Waterfront Axis. This site on Jellicoe Street is ideally Project. From Jellicoe Plaza you will be able to easily access the Point Park and forms a canal-like feature framed by residential and commercial buildings. Quarter. This strategy provides an aesthetic solution by holding the water at street suited to a civic or cultural function – such as a major museum or gallery, potentially Wynyard Wharf within the Sea+City Project area. Jellicoe Plaza is a large public level, enabling it to be treated to the required health standard before entering the integrating the existing cement silos. meeting place designed as an active plaza at the junction of Jellicoe Street and harbour. The proposed pond is large enough to treat stormwater collected from the entire project area from Pakenham Street north, including roads.

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VIEW DIRECTION & AREA VIEW DIRECTION & AREA THE POINT PARK WYNYARD WHARF The Point Park will establish a regional destination public space that provides within the park. A lowered boardwalk on the western edge provides close public Wynyard Wharf offers a recreational destination and authentic working waterfront unprecedented visual connections to the Waitamata Harbour. From the park you access to the water. The western edge is divided into gardens which slope towards experience alongside retail and commercial activities. The deep water berthage will have a panoramic view of the harbour stretching from Browns Island, across to the sea to maximise the views, providing entertainment and activity hub of the Point will be retained as will area for the fi shing fl eet. Views from the eastern side are of Rangitoto Island, nearby Devonport and westward on to the upper harbour. The 4.3 Park. Features will include viewing areas, native plantings, amphitheatre space, Viaduct Harbour, Princes Wharf and the CBD and the public spaces are more urban ha park will be designed to accommodate passive recreation and events – a genuine pavilions/kiosks, pick-up and drop-off area, amenity lighting and artwork. in nature. ‘people’s park’. A future public landmark building can be accommodated

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VIEW DIRECTION & AREA VIEW DIRECTION & AREA THE POINT PARK THE POINT PARK This part of the Point park creates a large green area divided into a series of Making the most of the stunning views and providing access to the water’s edge Wynyard Point, the peninsula of Wynyard Quarter, has the potential to have a unique The northern end of the point offers unprecedented views of the Waitemata Harbour. smaller landscaped parks – including an amphitheatre – to host entertainment and has been the basis of the design concept frame work for this area. The result is an harbour edge character. The peninsula has an informal, unstructured ‘natural/rugged’ A series of waterfront kiosks and pavilions could be incorporated into the design to recreational activites. This park links the stormwater pond in the west to Wynyard environment dominated by green, open space with public access to the water’s edge. coastal edge character on the western side, complementing the prevailing winds and provide activities and amenities. In the illustration below, a football fi eld has been Point in the east. Its width varies between 68m and 182m and covers tidal movements. It also has expansive views of Westhaven Marina and the upper harbour. imposed to show the size and scale of this park. 4.3 ha

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ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY DESIGN TRANSPORT The character of Wynyard Quarter is dominated by one of Auckland’s most Innovative design and construction techniques will be used to reduce the Given the unique site and geography of the Sea+City Project redevelopment area, treasured natural environments: the Waitemata Harbour. Redevelopment of the area environmental impacts of new buildings. The revitalisation of the Wynyard Quarter and Aucklanders reliance on the motor vehicle as a primary form of transport, provides an opportunity to enhance this relationship by ensuring that the design of provides an opportunity to showcase cutting-edge sustainable design in Auckland. fi nding a substitute for the private motor car has been a major focus for transport new buildings and public spaces is guided by sustainable environmental principles. New buildings will be encouraged to incorporate a range of features, including: initiatives considered as part of the redevelopment. Sea+City Projects Limited is committed to working with and rewarding developers • Inert exterior cladding (avoiding the use of materials containing copper or zinc) An ambitious target of 70 per cent public transport usage in the area has been set offering innovative new technologies and best practice environmental design. The and the integration of existing public transport options – buses, ferries, pedestrian IMAGES TO COME management of contaminated soil, water, stormwater and energy needs to be • Solar access and natural ventilation and cycling activity – into the redevelopment is key to the design framework. considered in ways that minimise the ecological impact on the harbour, improve • The use of mechanical and electrical systems that optimise energy effi ciency The need for private motor vehicle use is being reduced by mixed-use land water quality, encourage natural biodiversity and promote sustainable design • Rainwater harvesting devices, Stormwater planter boxes development, enhanced public transport options and improved pedestrian and techniques in new buildings. cycling connections. The establishment of a mix of activities and facilities within the • Green roofs, rain gardens and wetland treatment systems The sensitive nature of this environment must also be considered in terms of how area will also help reduce the need to travel. • Landscaping that incorporates native vegetation people interact with it and move around it. Creating public spaces, managing traffi c In addition, new ferry wharves and water taxi stops will be provided to integrate the impacts and encouraging alternative transport modes like walking, cycling and • Durable low maintenance materials redevelopment area into the wider harbour network of public transport. public transport are discussed on the next page. • The re-use and recycling of construction waste The redevelopment will include plazas, green boulevards, pedestrian priority areas and new lanes that encourage people to walk and cycle, all of which will help to WATER AND STORMWATER IMAGES TO COME SOIL REMEDIATION bring the area alive. Covered walkways and colonnades – the street level cut-out of Innovative techniques designed to reduce water consumption and manage Historic industrial activity on the Western Reclamation, including the storage of the ground fl oor of a building which provides a ‘verandah’ – will be encouraged to stormwater collected from the Wynyard Quarter are included within the urban bulk liquids, has contributed to the contamination of virtually all land within the provide shelter for pedestrians. design framework and will be showcased as part of the redevelopment. Sea+City Project area to some degree. Contaminated or unprotected soil can Maximising alternative travel options to the car will reduce vehicle congestion and A new stormwater pond planned at the end of Jellicoe Street is a clever device that pollute waterways, stunt plant growth and affect the structural integrity of built its associated air and noise pollution and reduce travel costs and travel stress while delivers an essential stormwater treatment facility for the area while demonstrating developments. A signifi cant investment is required to identify and remediate reinforcing the concept of a people-focused suburb. water sensitive urban design principles. The stormwater pond provides an contaminated soil and prevent soil degeneration. opportunity to raise the awareness of water, its value and its connection to the city. The result is that the transport focus for the Sea+City Project is on public transport Before developing each site, a detailed investigation will be required and there will services, walking and cycling, rather than a continued reliance on cars. This A range of water re-use and reduction initiatives will be promoted within the be an opportunity to improve the soil condition, either through treatment on site or underscores the intent that the Sea+City Project redevelopment will truly be a place redevelopment including rain and stormwater collection facilities and water effi cient moving the soil to a site where any contamination can be managed. for people – not the private motor car. fi ttings and appliances. IMAGES TO COME ENERGY EFFICIENCY Transit NZ is considering the possibility of a third harbour crossing in the form of a tunnel under the harbour and running beneath Wynyard Quarter. Auckland Regional The large operational requirements for commercial offi ces, residential apartments Holdings, Auckland Regional Council and ARTA are all working with Transit NZ to and retail developments create the potential for substantial environmental savings in ensure the Sea+City Project will not be compromised or delayed, and to minimise energy effi ciency. The adoption of energy effi ciency measures, including a possible any disruption should the tunnel proposal proceed. Electricity grid Domestic scale wind generators Solar collectors Long term energy storage (temperature) energy rating system, throughout the area will help reduce energy costs to tenants and owners.

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Green roof 400m ped shed/5 minute walk Solar collectors 2. Indicative Bus Stops 5. 4. 1. Indicative Ferry Stops 1. Key Pedestrian and Cycle Routes BIODIVERSITY Pedestrian and Cycle connections Green Distributor (pedestrian priority) The establishment of trees and native coastal species refl ecting the waterfront Green Distributor (public transport priority) setting is designed to attract to attract an increased number of fauna, native and District Arterial Road (vehicular priority) migratory birds and other species of wildlife to the area. The careful selection of Collector Road plant species will refl ect the intention to minimise water use. Fanshawe Street (Regional Arterial) 6. fi

1. Existing Britomart Bus and Rail Interchange 2. Proposed Te Wero Bridge 3. New Point Park bus stop 4. Daldy Street Bus Interchange 5. Potential passenger or goods ferry stop 6. Regional bus service North Shore - CBD

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The Sea+City Project is a massive undertaking. It will take place over more than 20-25 years, as the existing leases in the Management of the redevelopment of the Sea+City land area expire and the various stages of development are implemented in an orderly manner. However, an immediate goal is to north of Pakenham Street in Wynyard Quarter will be led complete the majority of the Jellicoe Street Wharf Axis development before Auckland hosts the Rugby World Cup in 2011. by Auckland Regional Holdings, working cooperatively with Auckland City Council. Stage 1 includes the building of major infrastructure such as the signature Te Wero STAGING Bridge, the stormwater pond and key public open space areas such as Jellicoe Plaza The staging plan is driven by the expiry existing leases expiries. Development is and the North Wharf upgrade. partially constrained by medium to long-term leases, the majority of which expire DEDICATED DELIVERY VEHICLE In tandem with these developments are the associated street infrastructure between 2016 - 2026. Because of this the development will rely on a staged Auckland Regional Holdings, as the investor, landowner and promoter of the upgrades with services and public transport facilities in place. implementation plan. It is estimated that the market capacity for mixed-use roughly project, has created a special purpose subsidiary company, Sea+ City Projects equates to the lease expiry and development plan above. The staging plan is Many things may change over the next 20 years and the guidelines and policies for Limited, to act as its agent for the redevelopment project. the Sea+City Project development will need to be fl exible enough to respond to the provisional and could change due to a range of circumstances. Sea+City Projects Ltd will oversee development across the Sea+City Project to needs of the day, while always progressing towards the ultimate vision for the area. ensure it follows the principles of Auckland City Councils District Plan, the concept The revitalisation will be fl exibly staged and delivered in response to the changing plan and the vision for the wider waterfront. public expectations, civic requirements, social needs and demand. Infrastructure to support the new uses will be put in place to coincide with development. The objectives of Sea+City Projects Ltd are to: This plan provides both the grand vision and much of the detail for the • enable the creation of a world-class, mixed-use urban waterfront development Sea+City revitalisation. incorporating high-quality and accessible public spaces • adhere to the principles of sustainability, environment and cultural awareness and social responsibility PROCESS AND FUNDING STAGE TWO The concepts presented in this document are the result of detailed analysis 2014 - 2017 • optimise the cash returns from Wynyard Quarter and deliver long-term value to undertaken by design teams from Ports of Auckland, Sea+City Projects Limited and stakeholders on a commercially feasible and sustainable basis Auckland City Council. This work has been done to support Auckland City Council’s • operate as agent/landlord rather than as a developer (other than in relation to preposed District Plan Change to alter the land use for Wynyard Quarter. STAGE FOUR 2021 - 2025 facilitating public amenity and infrastructure works). Auckland Regional Holdings and Auckland City Council are working together to realise the vision which requires a combination of private and public funding. The business scope of Sea+ City Projects Ltd will include: Auckland Regional Holdings is contributing 40% of the cost of the public STAGE ONE • management of the existing leasehold interests within the Sea+City Project area infrastructure for the Sea+City Project area while Auckland City Council will pay 60%. 2009 - 2013 • fi nalisation of the detailed overall scheme plan in accordance with the fi nal A programme for establishing the new public spaces and extending public zoning approval infrastructure and services has been agreed with Auckland City Council and other • conducting the master planning process parties. The concepts presented here defi ne the scale of the project and will form STAGE THREE 2016 - 2021 the basis of both the funding and implementation strategies. Finalisation of these • where appropriate, clearing sites and remediating as required strategies will follow Auckland City’s District Plan Change. • liaising with Auckland City Council in relation to the construction of Te Wero bridge and the upgrade of Fanshawe Street • undertaking public amenity and infrastructure works for Auckland City Council, including stormwater, walkways, sewerage, power and communications infrastructure • developing the Sea+City Project according to an agreed development plan and timetable.

IMPLEMENTATION Pending changes to Auckland City Council’s District Plan and Auckland Regional Council’s Coastal Management Plan, the fi rst tangible sights of work on the project will be evident in 2008.

SEA+CITY PROJECT DEVELOPMENT TIMELINE 2007/2008 WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT TIMELINE

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Rezoning of Fanshawe POAL Initial Design Joint Visioning Auckland Waterfront Joint Revised design work ARH establishes Sea+City POAL transfers Sea+City ARH/Auckland City sign Auckland City Council Public consultation Te Wero Bridge Design Auckland City adopts Comprehensive Area ACC to complete Stage 1, Phase 1 St block Concepts public consultation ACC/ARC/POAL Vision 2040 released Projects Limited land (18.5ha) to ARH Heads of Agreement Notifi es plan change Competition district plan change Structure Plan lodged concept & preliminary infrastructure works for Wharf Axis followed design for Transport Plan commence for Rugby ARC notifi es plan by Resource Consent World Cup 2011 ARC adopts change to change; Coastal applications coastal plan

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THANK YOU. It is a pleasure to submit to you an integrated Urban Design Framework for the implementation of the revitalisation of the Sea+City Project area. This plan fuses environmental, social and economic concerns that will transform the waterfront into an international architectural, cultural, entertainment and recreational precinct and, most importantly, provide the people of Auckland and New Zealand with the great waterfront community they need and deserve. ARH is part of the ARC Group

LEGAL DISCLAIMER All illustrations, plans and photographs obtained in this information pack are of an indicative nature only. They are issued for discussion purposes and cannot be taken as legally binding. All parties have taken all due care to ensure that the information contained in this information pack is accurate to the best of their knowledge. However, it is intended as a guide only and the concepts, ideas and proposals depicted herein may be subject to amendment or variation at any time without notice. Neither the parties nor their agents give any assurances, representations, warranties or guarantees as to the accuracy or correctness of the information or accept any liability for any damages arising from reliance upon the information.

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