6A Marinas

Promote at Tairua the integrated management of marina facilities in the Tairua Marina Zones I & II in the Tairua Harbour, adjacent land based activities, public access to the CMA and coastal recreational expectations. This policy requires liaison, consultation and integrated co-operation between marina operators and all agencies responsible or involved with the coastal interface in the vicinity of the marina site.

Explanation and Principal Reasons for Adopting: Marinas require land based facilities and the allocation of seabed and the coastal edge for operational purposes. While it is acknowledged that security is an important management aspect within a marina operation, the design and functioning of the marina must take into account public access to the foreshore and facilities necessary to enhance recreational activities in the CMA.

This can be achieved by the provision of public walkways and the separation of areas requiring security considerations from identified public areas. Within the marina complex some public facilities may be available such as boat ramps, jetties or wharves as well as access to commercial or club premises. The design of the marina should reflect these needs and avoid conflicts between public expectations and private occupancy within the CMA.

Environmental Results Anticipated