Summary
In 2009 the Council notified three formal consultation processes to implement the Te Kauwhata Structure Plan - a Variation of the Proposed District Plan and two Notices of Requirement (NoR) for Designation.
The Structure Plan provides a framework for future growth in Te Kauwhata by managing development and land use patterns, areas of open space, layout and nature of infrastructure (including roads and water supply) and other key features. Sufficient land has been identified to supply demand to 2061.
On 26 September 2009 the Council notified Te Kauwhata Structure Plan as Variation 13 of the Proposed Waikato District Plan. This Variation involves changes to the relevant planning maps to amend the zoning of some sites, as well as the establishment of new rules, objectives and policies. Decisions have been subject to an appeal to the Environment Court which was heard in March 2012. Council is waiting for a decision from the Environment Court.
View Variation 13: Te Kauwhata Strucutre Plan here