Waterfront Vision 2040 Part 1
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AUCKLAND WATERFRONT VISION 2040 HARBOUR BRIDGE WESTHAVEN MARINA WYNYARD POINT WESTERN RECLAMATION VIADUCT HARBOUR VICTORIA PARK FANSHAWE STREET PORT PRINCES WHARF QUEENS WHARF CAPTAIN COOK WHARF QUAY STREET T EN STREE QUE FOREWORD Auckland Regional Council Chairman Michael Lee Auckland’s waterfront is where Auckland The Auckland waterfront vision is an important began. It is our gateway for trade, to the world, fi rst step towards the development of a world- an area steeped in maritime history, and a class waterfront, and is our commitment to stepping off point between the city, the islands all Aucklanders that we will continue to work of the Hauraki Gulf, and the Pacifi c Ocean towards having a waterfront that celebrates beyond. It is the place many of our ancestors the region’s unique character and place in fi rst set foot in New Zealand. the Pacifi c. Over the past 150 years, the waterfront has The Auckland waterfront vision also undergone dynamic and almost continuous signals our intention to continue to work in change. What we know is certain is that it will partnership with Auckland City Council, Ports continue to be an ever-changing part of the of Auckland, key businesses and landowners city. The challenge we face is ensuring that in the area, and the people of Auckland as the this change is designed and managed in a way waterfront area continues to progress, and as that our children and grandchildren can be more detailed plans are developed. proud of. I thank everyone who has taken the time to The waterfront is one of the Auckland region’s contribute to the Auckland waterfront vision, much loved treasures, and is of vital economic and for sharing with us your thoughts on importance to the city, the region and to how we can grasp this unique opportunity New Zealand. We are committed to building to develop a waterfront that is worthy of this a region-wide consensus to ensure that our great maritime city. waterfront is developed in a way that is at least as good as or better than what has been done internationally. Mayor of Auckland City Dick Hubbard We live in one of the most beautiful cities in and the public to ensure the vision protects the world and our waterfront is one of our the waterfront and guides its long-term greatest assets. But its potential is yet to be development for future Aucklanders. fully realised. This vision sets a course for unlocking all that the Waitemata waterfront A key quality of the vision is that it is has to offer. sustainable. It provides for a diverse waterfront that allows people to have different Aucklanders have a love affair with the sea. experiences in different types of urban and The extent of that passion has been evident open spaces. It will maximise public access to through feedback given to us when developing the water, and maintain the area’s character the vision. We have listened to what people say while balancing local businesses’ needs for they want for the future of this part of the city. commercial return. This vision document refl ects that. When we successfully achieve this, the But we know that getting the right kind of waterfront will be Auckland’s international waterfront depends on more than just having face, refl ecting a world-class, competitive, a vision. To achieve success, we will need to be vibrant city that sits with pride at the gateway decisive, show leadership and take bold action. to our beautiful harbour, the Hauraki Gulf and its islands. We will stay true to the principles of the vision. We will continue to listen to stakeholders DECEMBER 2005DECEMBER WATERFRONT VISION 2040 20 01 ISBN: CONTENTS 20 02 WATERFRONT VISION 2040 The vision 4 Developing a vision 6 Principles 8 The waterfront over time 10 Auckland’s marine gateway 11 Map of the waterfront 12 Precincts 14 - Westhaven 16 - Western Reclamation 18 and Viaduct Harbour - The central wharves 22 - The port 24 Implementation 26 Key actions 28 WATERFRONT VISION 2040 20 03 THE VISION Auckland’s CBD waterfront, stretching from the Harbour Bridge in the west to Teal Park in the east, is one of Auckland’s greatest assets. Major city roads including Fanshawe and Quay streets shape the landward boundary of the waterfront area. Recognising the integration and inter-relationships between the waterfront and adjacent areas has been an important part of developing the waterfront vision. The waterfront plays a major role in the region’s economy. The port and the marine and fi shing industries have shaped the economic success of Auckland and they will continue to be vital to the region’s economy in the future. The waterfront is also the region’s gateway to the Waitemata Harbour, the Hauraki Gulf and its islands beyond. To realise the potential of the waterfront, an integrated approach to the future development of the waterfront was needed. To achieve this, a partnership was formed between the Auckland Regional Council and Auckland City, who have worked closely with Ports of Auckland Ltd. This vision provides a framework to guide the future development of the waterfront. It was published after consultation with a wide range of stakeholders in the area and with residents and ratepayers of Auckland. The vision for the waterfront is of a world-class destination that excites the senses and celebrates our sea-loving Pacifi c culture and maritime history. It supports commercially successful and innovative businesses and is a place for all people, an area rich in character and activities that link people to the city and sea. 20 04 WATERFRONT VISION 2040 WATERFRONT VISION 2040 20 05 DEVELOPING A VISION A ‘whole of waterfront’ approach The aim of this vision is to develop an overarching framework for the whole of the CBD waterfront area, stretching from the Harbour Bridge in the west through to Teal Park in the east. The vision has a long-term planning horizon out to 2040, refl ecting the need to consider the staging and timing of future changes. By taking a big picture approach, the vision sets the high-level, strategic direction for the waterfront area. This framework sits above the detailed planning for specifi c areas. Following the adoption of the vision, more detailed planning work focusing on specifi c precincts or parts of the waterfront will be undertaken. Detailed planning will align and fi t in with the principles of the vision. Public input Throughout the process of developing the vision, both councils have been committed to involving key businesses, industry representatives and the wider community. The draft vision, ‘Linking people, city and sea’, was released for public consultation in February 2005. The consultation focused on getting feedback on key elements and themes of the vision. It also included a questionnaire on various parts of the draft vision. Consultation included public meetings, open days at the Viaduct Harbour, meetings with stakeholder groups, a mail-out to 2500 residents and distribution of the publication to 140,000 households in Auckland city. 20 06 WATERFRONT VISION 2040 Approximately 850 people gave feedback on the draft vision, In August and September 2005, a second round of Other plans and processes with a number of groups providing more comprehensive and consultation focused on giving people the opportunity to The idea of an overarching framework for the waterfront detailed feedback. provide more detailed feedback on the future of the wider area is not new. Over the years, various parties have done waterfront area. a substantial amount of research on different aspects and What you told us areas of the wider waterfront area. Feedback on the draft vision included: More than 200 people participated in three interactive • A strong desire for more and better public access workshops, which included in-depth discussions about The existing planning direction set out in regional and local • An interest in the quality of open space and type of the mix of activities throughout the waterfront and the planning documents, along with previous joint projects landscape presentation of ideas on maps of the area. and processes have been essential for developing the • A strong interest in the environment, including improving waterfront vision and strategy. the water quality of the harbour Key issues discussed at the workshops included: • A desire for better public transport, pedestrian and • The creation of the waterfront as a destination with The key documents include: cycling facilities, improved parking and local roads to tourist ”magnets” • Statement of desired outcomes for the Auckland improve access • The amount and location of public open space waterfront, Auckland Regional Council, 2005 • Support for a range of activities throughout the wider • How the transport network will work • Development with Vision and Auckland’s CBD Into the waterfront area • Where the bulk liquid facilities at the end of Wynyard future strategy, Auckland City Council, 2004 • Support for specifi c facilities such as the Viaduct Harbour Point should go • The 11-point plan for Auckland’s CBD waterfront, and Westhaven Marina • The mix of activities Auckland City Council, 2003 • An implicit interest in clear criteria for urban design • How the development of the waterfront will be funded • Auckland Waterfront Advisory Group, 2002 and development and managed • Harbour edge project, Auckland City Council, 1989 • Support for the marine industry and a working • The extent of the marine industry on the Western • Port development plan for Auckland, Ports of Auckland waterfront. Reclamation Ltd, 1989 • The importance of opening the water’s edge to the public • Regional strategies including Regional Growth Strategy, and how we can achieve this Regional Land Transport Strategy, Regional Economic • The importance of high-quality urban design.