Policies and Plans

Annual Plans and Reports

KDC Annual Report 2005/2006

KDC Summary Annual Report 2006/2007
KDC Annual Report 2006/2007

KDC Annual Plan 2007/2008
KDC Summary Annual Report 2007/2008
KDC Annual Report 2007/2008

KDC Annual Plan 2008/2009
KDC Summary Annual Report 2008/2009 
KDC Annual Report 2008/09 

Ten Year Council Community Plan (LTCCP)

Community Outcomes

Long-Term Plan 2009/2019

Draft District Plan

Council is currently reviewing its Operative District Plan.

As part of the review, a draft has been prepared for an informal community engagement process. This process ran from 20 May until 1 July 2009 and the Informal Submission process has now closed.

The objective at that stage was to generate some discussion on the approaches in the draft with a view to this forming the basis of content for a Proposed District Plan to be notified later this year, aiming for 1 September. The notified plan will be subject to a formal public submission process.

The draft is at this stage exactly that - a draft – nothing is set in concrete and it is aimed at providing a platform for feedback and comments and is not a statutory document. Further refinement is expected as result of feedback before the plan is finalised for notification. At this stage, Council’s primary interest is to ensure the community’s vision for Kawerau is understood and reflected in the plan.

You can download a copy of the Draft District Plan by clicking District Plan Review 2009 and associated maps Tarawera River Map , Tarawera River Map 1 and Kawerau Geothermal System Map . Draft Planning Maps are available on request from Council. Please phone (07) 306 9009 or email kaweraudc@kaweradc.govt.nz .

We have very much appreciated your input into this part of the process. If you want further clarification on any issues, please contact either Tracy Hayson at Wasley Knell Consultants or Chris Jensen at Council offices (Wasley Knell has been engaged by Council to carry out the research for and preparation of review documentation).

Contacts:

Planning and Resources Consents

Click here to download Resource Consent Application Form

Resource management is governed by the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA). The purpose of the RMA is to promote the sustainable management of natural and physical resources, as defined in the Act.

Council is required to prepare a District Plan under the RMA. The District Plan is the main document that manages land use and development within the Kawerau District.

Its purpose is to assist Council to carry out its functions in order to achieve the purpose of the RMA.

The District Plan controls building development and other land use activities and subdivision. If you intend to undertake building work or land use activities or subdivision, the District Plan contains rules that may affect your proposal. In some cases, you may need to obtain a resource consent before you proceed.

The District Plan addresses such matters as:

• Control of effects of the use, development, or protection of land through zoning provisions and other rules
• Standards for the erection of buildings (height, yards, coverage etc)
• Natural hazards
• Storage and use of hazardous substances
• Noise
• Heritage protection

Council also has environmental monitoring responsibilities and must take account of regional and national policy statements in preparing and administering the District Plan.

For further information, contact the Manager, Regulatory & Planning, on (07) 306 9009.

Building-Related Policies

Policy on Earthquake-Prone Buildings 

Self-Contained Campervan Policy

The Kawerau District Council provides some facilities for self-contained campervans at Prideaux Park near the centre of town. Click here to download the Campervan Policy covering the use of this site.

Click here for a map showing the location of the area for campervans in Kawerau: Kawerau Camping Map

For further information, contact the Kawerau District Council, on (07) 306 9009.