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Outdoor dining policy The draft outdoor dining policy proposes a more user-friendly set of rules that are designed to better meet the modern needs of hospitality providers. Transport Operations Manager Stephen Wright says the Council’s current dining policies date from 1996 and 2006 and are no longer fit for purpose. “Outdoor dining is a huge…
Greater Christchurch Spatial Plan consultation opens Consultation is open on a draft plan that provides a blueprint for how population and business growth will be accommodated in Greater Christchurch into the future. The draft Greater Christchurch Spatial Plan has been developed by the Whakawhanake Kāinga Komiti (Urban Growth Partnership for Greater Christchurch), following strong community…
The Council decided, in a resolution moved by Mayor Phil Mauger and seconded by Deputy Mayor Pauline Cotter, to engage with the community and mana whenua on options for managing kerbside organics until a permanent solution is operational, including: Sending some, or all, mixed kerbside organics to an alternative, or several alternative, commercial composting and…
Greater Christchurch has seen rapid growth over the past 15 years and its population is expected to double within the next 60 years, if not earlier. The draft Greater Christchurch Spatial Plan proposes a pathway to ensure that development provides more affordable housing, emissions reduction and climate resilience. It has been developed by the Whakawhanake…
The Christchurch City Council has extended the deadline for submissions on proposed District Plan changes 13 and 14 from 3 May to 12 May. “We recently became aware of some issues with the submission form for Plan Changes 13 and 14 which are currently being resolved,” Head of Planning and Consents John Higgins says. “They came…
Christchurch residents can now have their say on proposed changes to the city’s planning rules that will allow more intensive development to meet future growth. The Council’s Housing and Business Choice Plan Change (Plan Change 14) and the Heritage Plan Change (Plan Change 13) have both been officially notified today. Formal submissions on the plan…
Consultation on proposed changes to Christchurch’s planning rulebook for housing and business growth – the District Plan – may get the go-ahead next week. Christchurch City Council will consider notifying its Housing and Business Choice Plan Change (Plan Change 14) and Heritage Plan Change (Plan Change 13) at its meeting on 1 March. If approved,…
Another corner of the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor (OARC) is a step closer to being transformed, with public consultation to redevelop Avon Park beginning today. The Christchurch City Council is seeking feedback on its plans to turn Avon Park’s lower terrace into a naturalised wetland, upgrade the playground facilities, allow space for the City to…
Greater flexibility for kerbside bin sizes is one of several changes in the proposed Draft Waste Management and Minimisation Bylaw 2023. Consultation opens today on the bylaw which allows regulation of all waste collection services and operations. Currently the Council has two waste bylaws – Waste Management Bylaw 2009 and the Cleanfill and Waste Handling…
Public consultation on proposals to upgrade the streets surrounding Te Kaha, Canterbury’s multi-use arena, will finish in three weeks’ time, on 30 November at 11:59pm. On 27 October the proposals were paused and the consultation period left open so the newly-elected Council could consider the proposed changes and suggest any potential modifications. Council Chief Executive…
Christchurch City Council is seeking the public’s views on whether it should grant Canterbury Museum some easements over reserve land in the Botanic Gardens. The Museum is planning a multimillion-dollar redevelopment of its Rolleston Avenue buildings and, as part of that project, intends to base isolate the Robert McDougall Gallery and Roger Duff Wing building….
Christchurch City Council is seeking the public’s views on whether it should grant Canterbury Museum some easements over reserve land in the Botanic Gardens. The Museum is planning a multimillion-dollar redevelopment of its Rolleston Avenue buildings and, as part of that project, intends to base isolate the Robert McDougall Gallery and Roger Duff Wing building….
A new Smart Christchurch Strategy is out for public consultation. “It is six years since the establishment of the Smart Christchurch programme so it is time for us to reflect on the progress that we have made and formalise our strategy,’’ says Smart Christchurch Manager Michael Healy. Christchurch City Council set up Smart Christchurch in…
People wanting to give their views on a series of Draft Plan Changes aimed at preparing Christchurch for future growth only have a few days left to make submissions. Christchurch City Council has been consulting on four Draft Plan Changes: The Housing and Business Choice Plan Change, which will enable more development in the city’s…
Christchurch City Council will consult the community next month on two options for disposing of treated wastewater from Duvauchelle, it was decided at a Three Waters Infrastructure and Environment Committee meeting today. The treated wastewater is currently discharged into Akaroa Harbour, but the Council’s consent to do this will expire in 2023. It is a…
Public consultation on four Draft Plan Changes aimed at preparing Christchurch for future growth will open on Monday 11 April. Christchurch City Council’s Urban Development and Transport Committee today agreed to release the four Draft Plan Changes for a five-week period of public consultation. The plan changes are required because of policy directions issued by…
Further changes to the Arms Act 1983 come into force on 24 June and regulations are required to support them. Proposals for regulations are being released today for consultation and input, and anybody interested is invited to make a submission. “The aim of the public consultation is to give people an opportunity to understand the…
The Government has released a 143-page discussion paper on removing mortgage interest tax deductibility on investment properties and the extension of the Bright line test. “New Zealand Property Investors Federation (NZPIF) believes that this discussion document is confusing and still leaves the interpretation of these new housing policies up for debate” said Sharon Cullwick, executive…
The Human Rights Commission welcomes the Ministry of Justice’s public consultation on the laws governing hate speech. The Commission encourages all New Zealanders to participate in the consultation and have their say on the balance between the right to freedom of speech and the right to be safe and free from discrimination. In making the…
Freshwater Farm Plan consultation underway The Government is seeking feedback on its proposed Freshwater Farm Plan (FW-FP) module, part of the Government’s push towards integrated farm planning. Environment Canterbury Chief Executive Stefanie Rixecker said the regional council would be working through the information provided by the Government to understand the differences between Canterbury’s Farm Environment Plans…
Christchurch City Council is calling for public feedback on proposed changes to the Freedom Camping Bylaw. “Today marks the beginning of a five-week consultation period in which we invite people to have their say on the bylaw changes that we are proposing,’’ says Council Head of Strategic Policy Emma Davis. “The feedback we get from…
Mayor Lianne Dalziel says the public feedback received is hugely valuable and shows how passionate people are about making the most of our city’s opportunities over the coming decade. “Our Long Term Plan sets out what we plan to do over the next 10 years, and how we will fund that investment in infrastructure and…
Draft Long-Term Plan 2021–31 consultation closing soon On Sunday 11 April consultation on Environment Canterbury’s draft Long-Term Plan will close. You still have time to make a submission and share your views. Your feedback is important Our Council would like to hear your views on the activities and funding being proposed for the next ten…
Draft Long-Term Plan 2021-31 consultation open Today the Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury) has released the draft Long-Term Plan 2021-31 for community feedback. The Council’s draft Long-Term Plan 2021-31 was made public last week as part of the papers for the 25 February Council meeting. It contains two options for consultation, both proposing a notable…
From our Chair: Draft Long-Term Plan adopted for consultation Jenny Hughey, Chair, Environment Canterbury Yesterday marked a milestone for the elected members of the Canterbury Regional Council, with their draft Long-Term Plan 2021-31 adopted for public consultation. From 8 March we will be asking for your feedback on the activity proposed in the plan, and…
Christchurch City Council is extending the period for public consultation on the proposed design plans for the Wheels to Wings – Papanui ki Waiwhetū cycleway by two weeks. This means people will now have until 8 March to make submissions on the proposed plans. “The extension of the consultation period gives people time to attend…
Work is under way to refresh Christchurch City Council’s strategy for building strong, connected communities. The Council has had a Strengthening Communities Strategy since 2007 but it needs updating to reflect the significant changes that have occurred in the city over the past 13 years. To help with that refresh, the Council is inviting the…
Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub in Halswell could become a suitable home for a new indoor multi-court facility, but changes are needed to resolve traffic, parking and access issues, a Hearings Panel has decided. After considering public submissions, a Hearings Panel chaired by Cashmere Councillor Tim Scandrett has given its support to reserve land at…