Regional Coastal Plan

	Waikato Regional Coastal Plan
	Chairman's Foreword
	List of Abbreviations
1	Introduction
	1.1	Introduction
	1.2	Purpose
	1.3	Planning Framework
	1.4	Organisations with Responsibilities in the CMA
	1.5	Management Directions
2	Tangata Whenua Perspective
	2.1	Tangata Whenua Relationship with Natural and Physical Resources
	2.2	Treaty of Waitangi and Matters of Significance to Maaori
	2.3	Establish a Partnership
		2.3.1	Policy - Tangata Whenua Values
		2.3.2	Policy - Participation
	2.4	Tangata Whenua Relationship with the Coast
		2.4.1	Policy - Kaitiakitanga
		2.4.2	Policy - Protection of Sites
	2.5	Treaty of Waitangi
		2.5.1	Policy - Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi
		2.5.2	Policy - Treaty Claims
3	Natural Character, Habitat and Coastal Processes
	3.1	Preservation of Natural Character
		3.1.1	Policy - Protection of Representative Features
		3.1.2	Policy - Protection of Other Natural Features
		3.1.3	Policy - Remote and Isolated Areas
		3.1.4	Policy - Inappropriate Use and Development
		3.1.4	A Policy - Use of and Occupation of Coastal Space
		3.1.4	B Policy - Use of and Occupation of Space for Marinas
		3.1.5	Policy - Restoration
		3.1.6	Policy - Consistent Management
	3.2	Significant Vegetation and Habitat
		3.2.1	Policy - Protection of Significant Vegetation and Habitat
		3.2.2	Policy - Protection of Habitats of Commercially, Traditionally or Culturally Important Species
		3.2.3	Policy - Habitat Margins and Corridors
		3.2.4	Policy - Exotic Plant Control
	3.3	Amenity and Heritage Values
		3.3.1	Policy - Amenity Values
		3.3.2	Policy - Protection of Heritage Values
	3.4	Protection of Coastal Processes
		3.4.1	Policy - Precautionary Approach
		3.4.2	Policy - Recognising Coastal Processes
		3.4.3	Policy - Biodiversity
4	Water Quality
	4.1	High Water Quality Maintained
		4.1.1	Policy - Maintaining or Enhancing Water Quality Characteristics
		4.1.2	Policy - Take and Use of Water
		4.1.3	Policy - Point Source Discharges
		4.1.4	Policy - Non-Point Source Discharges
		4.1.5	Policy - Damming or Diverting Water
5	Structures
	5.1	Development, Maintenance and Removal of Structures
		5.1.1	Policy - Existing Structures
		5.1.2	Policy - Structures Associated with Network Utility Operations
		5.1.3	Policy - Appropriate Structures
		5.1.4	Policy - Notification of Structures and Works
		5.1.5	Policy - Location, construction and maintenance of mooring structures
		5.1.6	Policy - Existing Lawfully Established Mooring Structures
		5.1.7	Policy - Anchorages and Fairways
		5.1.8	Policy - Maximum Mooring Numbers
6	Marine Farming
		Development of Marine Farming
		6.1.1	Policy - Marine Farm Structures
		6.1.2	Policy - Recreation and Navigation
		6.1.3	Policy - Integrated Management
		6.1.4	Policy - Efficient Use and Development of Coastal Space
6	A Marinas
		Environmental Results Anticipated
	6	A.1.1 Policy - Marina Structures
	6	A.1.2 Policy - Recreation and Navigation
	6	A.1.3 Policy - Integrated Management
	6	A.1.4 Policy - Efficient Use and Development of Coastal Space
7	Foreshore and/or Seabed Disturbances
	7.1	General Disturbances
		7.1.1	Policy - Low Impact Activities
		7.1.2	Policy - Control of Vehicles
		7.1.3	Policy - Military Training
	7.2	Dredging and the Removal of Material from the Foreshore or Seabed
		7.2.1	Policy - Maintenance Dredging
		7.2.2	Policy - Removal of Sand, Shingle and Shell
	7.3	Deposition or Disposal of Material on the Foreshore or Seabed
		7.3.1	Policy - Disposal of Sand, Shingle and Shell
		7.3.2	Policy - Disposal Material
	7.4	Reclamation of the Foreshore or Seabed
		7.4.1	Policy - Inappropriate Reclamation, Declamation and Drainage
		7.4.2	Policy - Reclamation/Declamation Materials and Structural Stability
		7.4.3	Policy - Esplanade Reserves
8	Natural Hazards
	8.1	Avoidance or Mitigation of Natural Hazard Risk
		8.1.1	Policy - Identification and Management of Hazard Areas
		8.1.2	Policy - Precautionary Approach
		8.1.3	Policy - Natural Features
		8.1.4	Policy - Coastal Erosion Structures
9	Public Access
	9.1	Maintenance and Enhancement of Public Access
		9.1.1	Policy - Restrictions on Access
		9.1.2	Policy - Support for Reserves
		9.1.3	Policy - Pressures on Public Access
10	Air Quality and Noise
	10.1	Air Quality
		10.1.1	Policy - Discharges to Air
	10.2	Noise
		10.2.1	Policy - Noise
11	Surface Water Activities
	11.1	Use of Surface of Water
		11.1.1	Policy - Conflicting Surface Water Activities
		11.1.2	Policy - Protecting Shorelines, Habitat and Wildlife Values
12	Decision-Making
	12.1	Consistent Decisions
		12.1.1	Policy - Key Principles
		12.1.2	Policy - Management of Activities
		12.1.3	Policy - Review of Consent Conditions
13	Cross-Boundary and Inter-Agency Management
	13.1	Integrated Management Across Boundaries
		13.1.1	Policy - Consultation with Other Agencies
		13.1.2	Policy - Coastal Environment Inter-Relationships
14	Financial Contributions
	14.1	Use of Financial Contributions
		14.1.1	Policy - When a Financial Contribution May be Required
		14.1.2	Policy - How a Financial Contribution will be Used
		14.1.3	Policy - Applying a Financial Contribution
		14.1.4	Policy - Calculation of the Amount
15	Monitoring and Review
	15.1	Monitoring the State of the CMA
	15.2	Monitoring the Use of Resources in the CMA
	15.3	Coastal Permit Monitoring
	15.4	Monitoring of Processes
16	Implementation Methods
	16.1	Rules
		16.1.1	General
		16.1.2	Non-Complying Activities
	16.2	Habitat and Coastal Processes
		16.2.1	Removal of Vegetation (Permitted Activity)
		16.2.2	Removal or Eradication of Exotic Plant Species (Controlled Activity)
		16.2.3	Removal or Eradication of Indigenous Plant Species (Discretionary Activity)
		16.2.4	Introduction of Indigenous Plant Species (Permitted Activity)
		16.2.5	Introduction of Exotic Plant Species Where Already Present (Discretionary Activity)
		16.2.6	Introduction of Exotic Plant Species (Restricted Coastal Activity and Discretionary Activity)
		16.2.7	Introduction of Exotic Plant Species (Prohibited Activity)
		16.2.8	Introduction of Plant Pests (Prohibited Activity)
		16.2.9	Livestock in Sensitive Areas (Prohibited Activity)
		16.2.10	Marina Basins (Discretionary Activity)
	16.3	Water Quality
			General Advisory Notes:
		16.3.1	Taking and Use of Water by Ships (Permitted Activity)
		16.3.2	Taking and Use of Coastal Water (Permitted Activity)
		16.3.3	Taking and Use of Coastal Water (Controlled Activity)
		16.3.4	Minor Discharges of Water (Permitted Activity)
		16.3.5	Stormwater Discharges (Permitted Activity)
		16.3.6	Stormwater Discharges (Controlled Activity)
		16.3.7	Discharges from Ports, Marinas and Boat Maintenance Areas (Discretionary Activity)
		16.3.8	Sewage Discharges (Restricted Coastal Activity and Discretionary Activity)
		16.3.9	Sewage Discharges (Discretionary Activity)
		16.3.10	Sewage Discharges (Prohibited Activity)
		16.3.11	Sewage Discharges (Prohibited Activity)
		16.3.12	Discharges of Hazardous Substances (Discretionary Activity)
		16.3.13	Discharges to the CMA (Restricted Coastal Activity and Discretionary Activity)
		16.3.14	Damming or Diversion of Water (Discretionary Activity)
	16.4	Structures
			General Advisory Notes:
		16.4.1	Temporary Structures (Permitted Activity)
		16.4.2	Maimai (Permitted Activity)
		16.4.3	Whitebait Stands (Permitted Activity)
		16.4.4	Tide Fences (Permitted Activity)
		16.4.5	Navigational Aids (Permitted Activity)
		16.4.6	Swing Moorings within Zoned Mooring Areas (Controlled Activity)
		16.4.7	Moorings within a Harbour/Estuary outside of Zoned Mooring Areas (Prohibited Activity)
		16.4.8	Permanent Swing Moorings outside of Zoned Mooring Areas (Discretionary Activity)
		16.4.9	Transfer of Swing Mooring Permits in Whangamata (Prohibited Activity)
		16.4.9	A Marina Structures within Tairua Marina Zone l (Restricted Discretionary Activity)
		16.4.9	B Marina Structures Within Tairua Marina Zone II (Discretionary Activity)
		16.4.10	Structures Associated with Network Utility Operations (Permitted Activity)
		16.4.11	Structures Associated with Network Utility Operations (Controlled Activity)
		16.4.12	Structures Which Impound or Effectively Contain the CMA (Restricted Coastal Activity and Discretionary Activity)
		16.4.13	Structures Which Impound or Effectively Contain the CMA (Prohibited Activity)
		16.4.14	Structures More or Less Parallel to Mean High Water Springs (Restricted Coastal Activity and Discretionary Activity)
		16.4.15	Structures More or Less Parallel to Mean High Water Springs (Prohibited Activity)
		16.4.16	Structures Oblique or Perpendicular to Mean High Water Springs (Restricted Coastal Activity and Discretionary Activity)
		16.4.17	Structures Oblique or Perpendicular to Mean High Water Springs (Prohibited Activity)
		16.4.18	Structures Used in the Petroleum and Chemical Industry (Restricted Coastal Activity and Discretionary Activity)
		16.4.19	Structures Used in the Petroleum and Chemical Industry (Prohibited Activity)
		16.4.20	Maintenance and Repair of Structures (Permitted Activity)
		16.4.21	Maintenance and Repair of Structures (Controlled Activity)
		16.4.22	Minor Extensions and/or Alterations to Structures (Controlled Activity)
		16.4.23	Removal or Demolition of Structures (Permitted Activity)
		16.4.24	Structures (Discretionary Activity)
		16.4.25	Poles and Pontoons within a Marina Basin (Permitted Activity)
		16.4.26	Use of and Occupation of Space by Structures (Discretionary Activity)
	16.5	Marine Farming
		16.5.1	Fish Aggregation Devices and Spat Catching Buoys and Lines (Discretionary Activity)
		16.5.2	Structures for Shellfish Research Purposes (Discretionary Activity)
		16.5.3	Current¹ Marine Farm Structures (Discretionary Activity)
		16.5.4	Conventional Longline Marine Farming and Associated Structures within the Marine Farming Zone (Controlled Activity)
		16.5.5	Conventional Inter-tidal Oyster Farm Structures (Discretionary Activity)
		16.5.6	All Other Marine Farm Structures (Prohibited Activity)
		16.5.7	Marine Farm Structures (Prohibited Activity)
	16.6	Disturbances
		16.6.1	Recreational Activities (Permitted Activity)
		16.6.2	Vehicle Use (Permitted Activity)
		16.6.3	Vehicle Use (Discretionary Activity)
		16.6.4	Military Training (Permitted Activity)
		16.6.5	Military Training in Military Operation Areas (Permitted Activity)
		16.6.6	Military Training (Prohibited Activity)
		16.6.7	Removal of Sediment from Waterways (Permitted Activity)
		16.6.8	Removal of Sediment from Waterways (Discretionary Activity)
		16.6.9	Maintenance Dredging (Controlled Activity)
		16.6.9	A Construction Dredging within Tairua Marina Zone l (Restricted Discretionary Activity)
		16.6.9	B Construction Dredging within Tairua Marina Zone ll (Discretionary Activity)
		16.6.10	Minor Disturbances/Deposits (Permitted Activity)
		16.6.11	Minor Disturbances/Deposits (Controlled Activity)
		16.6.12	Disturbances/Deposits to the Foreshore or Seabed (Discretionary Activity)
		16.6.13	Disturbances/Deposits to the Foreshore or Seabed (Restricted Coastal Activity and Discretionary Activity)
		16.6.14	Disturbances/Deposits to the Foreshore or Seabed (Prohibited Activity)
		16.6.15	Beach Nourishment (Controlled Activity)
		16.6.16	Refer Rule 16.6.13(ii)
		16.6.17	Refer Rule 16.6.14(ii)
		16.6.18	Deposition of Material Containing Hazardous Substances (Prohibited Activity)
		16.6.19	Reclamations (Restricted Coastal Activity and Discretionary Activity)
		16.6.20	Reclamation or Drainage (Discretionary Activity)
		16.6.21	Reclamations (Prohibited Activity)
		16.6.22	Materials Used For Reclamations/Declamations (Prohibited Activity)
		16.6.23	Maintenance of Existing Drainage Canal Outlets, Floodgate Outlets and Stopbanks (Permitted Activity)
		16.6.24	Declamations (Discretionary Activity)
	16.7	Natural Hazards
		16.7.1	Short-Term Structures for Hazard Management (Controlled Activity)
	16.8	Public Access
		16.8.1	Exclusive Occupation (Restricted Coastal Activity and Discretionary Activity)
		16.8.2	Exclusive Occupation (Prohibited Activity)
17	Other Methods
	17.1	Tangata Whenua
		17.1.1	Establishing a Working Relationship
		17.1.2	Transfer/Delegation of Functions
		17.1.3	Identification of Areas/Characteristics of Special Value
		17.1.4	Consultation on Consent Applications
		17.1.5	Marae-Based Meetings
		17.1.6	Consultation with Tangata Whenua and Promotion of Kaitiakitanga
		17.1.7	Identification of Iwi Authorities
		17.1.8	Treaty Claims
	17.2	Natural Character, Habitat and Coastal Processes
		17.2.1	Consultation with Territorial Authorities
		17.2.2	Reserve Areas
		17.2.3	Consultation with the Ministry of Fisheries
		17.2.4	Native Coastal Plant Species
		17.2.5	Identification of Unrecorded Historic and Archaeological Sites
		17.2.6	Environment Waikato: Works and Services
		17.2.7	Protection and Restoration of Natural Character in the CMA
		17.2.8	Tangata Whenua Values
		17.2.9	Consultation with Department of Conservation
		17.2.10	Community Values of Significance
		17.2.11	Protection of Riparian Vegetation and Transition Zones
		17.2.12	Pest Management Strategies
		17.2.13	Management of Coastal Processes
		17.2.14	Buffer Zone Along Coastal Margin
		17.2.15	Livestock Grazing
		17.2.16	Consultation with New Zealand Historic Places Trust
		17.2.17	Information on Marine Habitats/Vegetation Enhancement
		17.2.18	Information on Coastal Processes
		17.2.19	Information on Exotic Species in the Coastal Environment
		17.2.20	Heritage Resources
		17.2.21	Information from Applicants
		17.2.22	Heritage Criteria
		17.2.23	Complexity and Inter-Relatedness of CMA
		17.2.24	Gathering Further Information on Vegetation, Habitats, Coastal Processes and Community Values
		17.2.25	Information Recorded
		17.2.26	Identification of Key Protection Areas
	17.3	Water Quality
		17.3.1	Consultation with Territorial Authorities
		17.3.2	Management of Ballast Water
		17.3.3	Oil Spill Plans
		17.3.4	Gathering Further Information
		17.3.5	Review of Existing Discharge Permits
		17.3.6	Stormwater Liaison
		17.3.7	Consultation with Boating Interests
		17.3.8	Marine Farming
		17.3.9	Regional and District Plans
		17.3.10	Regional and District Plans
		17.3.11	Land-Based Waste Treatment
		17.3.12	Water Quality Promotions
		17.3.13	Disseminating Research on Water Quality
		17.3.14	Notification
		17.3.15	Managing Discharges within a Marina
	17.4	Structures
		17.4.1	Consultative Approach to Historic Structures
		17.4.2	Establishing a Database
		17.4.3	Surveying the Coast
		17.4.4	Removal of Structures
		17.4.5	Notification of Structures and Works
	17.5	Marine Farming
		17.5.1	Support for Good Management Practices
		17.5.2	Coastal Tendering Regime
		17.5.3	Staged Development of Marine Farms
		17.5.4	Information Gathering - Marine Farming
		17.5.5	Integrated Management Between Agencies
		17.5.6	Marine Farming Forum
		17.5.7	Hearing Commissioners
		17.5.8	Lighting Management
		17.5.9	Inshore Passage at Wilson Bay
	17.6	Foreshore and/or Seabed Disturbances
		17.6.1	Recreation Events above Mean High Water Springs
		17.6.2	Consultation with the Ministry of Fisheries
		17.6.3	Damage to Margin Habitats from Livestock and Horses
		17.6.4	Beach Wardens
		17.6.5	Dune Management
		17.6.6	Cross-Boundary Effects
		17.6.7	Information Requirements
	17.7	Natural Hazards
		17.7.1	Consultation with Other Agencies
		17.7.2	Guidance on Assessment Methodology
		17.7.3	Development of Hazard Management Strategies
		17.7.4	Appropriate Management Options
		17.7.5	Consultation with Territorial Authorities
		17.7.6	Natural Hazards Awareness
		17.7.7	Identification of Vulnerable Areas
		17.7.8	Adoption of Precautionary Approach
		17.7.9	Protection of Natural Features
	17.8	Public Access
		17.8.1	Provision of Service Facilities
		17.8.2	Consultation with Territorial Authorities
		17.8.3	Consultation with Department of Conservation and Local Communities
		17.8.4	Protection of Iwi Values
		17.8.5	Promotion of Walkways
		17.8.6	Consultation with Territorial Authorities and Local Communities
		17.8.7	Esplanade Reserves
		17.8.8	Strategic Approach to Public Access
	17.9	Air Quality and Noise
		17.9.1	Management of Air Quality
		17.9.2	Integrated Management of Noise Emissions
		17.9.3	Determination of Excessive and Reasonable Noise Levels
		17.9.4	Management of Noise
	17.10	Surface Water Activities
		17.10.1	Support for Launch Wardens
		17.10.2	Consultation with Local Communities
		17.10.3	Development of Harbour Plans
	17.11	Cross-Boundary Management
		17.11.1	Plan Integration
		17.11.2	Joint Hearings
		17.11.3	Cross-Boundary Consultation
		17.11.4	Discussion and Sharing of Information
		17.11.5	Consideration of the CMA
		17.11.6	Information on the Plan
		17.11.7	Effects of Activities above Mean High Water Springs on the CMA
	APPENDIX I: Information Requirements
		General
		Natural Character, Habitat And Coastal Processes
		Water Quality
		Structures
		Moorings
		Marine Farming
		Disturbances
		Public Access
		Noise And Air Quality
		Surface Water Activities
	APPENDIX II: Decision-Making Criteria and Considerations
		General
		Tangata Whenua
		Habitat And Coastal Processes
		Water Quality
		Structures
		Marine Farming
		Disturbances
		Air Quality And Noise
		Public Access
	Appendix III: Maps
		General Map 1: Location of Regional Coastal Boundary
		General Map 2: Coastal Features
		General Map 3: Coastal Landscape Assessment
		General Map 4: Rohe Potae
		General Map 5: Monitoring Sub-Areas
		General Map 6: Overview of ASCV
		Schedule 1: Zoned Mooring Areas and Maximum Numbers of Moorings within these Zones
		Schedule 2: Prohibited Mooring Zones
		Schedule 3: ZMA Co-ordinates (WGS84 Datum)
		Schedule 4: Cross-River CMA Boundaries
		Schedule 5: Current Marine Farms in the Waikato Region
		Schedule 6: Wilson’s Bay Marine Farming Zone
		Marine Farming Map 10: Marine Farms in Coromandel Harbour Area
		Map 1
		Map 2
		Map 3
		Map 4
		Map 5
		Map 6
		Map 7
		Map 8
		Map 9
		Map 10
		Map 11
		Map 12
		Map 13
		Map 14
		Map 15
		Map 16
		Map 17
		Map 18
		Map 21
		Map 19
		Map 20
		Map 22
		Map 23
		Map 24
		Map 25
		Map key
		Whitianga Marina Map 1
		Whangamata Marina Zone - Map 2
	APPENDIX IV: Areas of Significant Conservation Value
	APPENDIX V: Additional Matters
		Advice on Consents Process
		Existing Uses
		Restricted Coastal Activities
		Occupation of Space
		Conditions on Consents
		Rents and Royalties
		Coastal Tendering
		Building Act
		Bylaws
		Transfer and/or Delegation of Functions, Powers, Duties
		Fisheries Management
		Maritime Transport Act
		Marine Pollution
	APPENDIX VI: Glossary

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