Plan Change 49 - Open Spaces

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Consultation closed on 24 Feb 2023

Current status:  As per minute #12, the hearing was closed on 5 June 2024.  The Panel now moves into its deliberative phase. This will conclude with the Panel providing written recommendations to Council for its consideration.

In 2021 we carried out a review of the open space topic of our operative District Plan (2004). It was called Plan Change 49 - Open Spaces (PC49) and is part of our rolling review of the District Plan. It was informed by the research we've undertaken over the last few years, which included consultation with landowners, groups and clubs. PC49 was publicly notified on 11 August 2021.

In 2022 we asked our community to make a submission on a variation to PC49. While the Silverstream Spur wasn’t originally part of PC49 when we consulted in 2021, there is now greater certainty that the site will remain in public ownership, and we are able to revisit a possible rezoning of the Silverstream Spur. To do this an additional step called a variation is required.  


FURTHER SUBMISSIONS 2023

Further submissions can be made by anyone in the community with an interest in Plan Change 49 - Open Spaces (Variation One), for example anyone who lives, works, or volunteers in the area.

You can find all the details in the ‘Summary of Submissions’ document in the 'PC49 Further Submission Material' folder. If you decide to make a further submission, you will also need to send a copy to the person who made the original submission no later than five working days after you submit it to us.

You can find all the information relating to the first round of submissions in the Supporting Information section under “Submission Material'.

Make a submission

  • Complete the online further submission form (Form 6) below.
  • If you'd prefer to print and send, download Form 6 in the Supporting information section and once complete, you can email this to planning@uhcc.govt.nz, drop it into us at the HAPAI Service Centre, or send it to Upper Hutt City Council, Private Bag 907, Upper Hutt 5140.
  • If you would like to make more than two further submissions, download ‘Form 6’ in the 'Further Submission Material' folder and send it to planning@uhcc.govt.nz.

Request support - if you need a hand working through the supporting information for further submissions, please contact the planning team at planning@uhcc.govt.nz or 04 527 2169.

Please note that your submission (or part of your submission) may be struck out if the authority is satisfied that at least one of the following applies to the submission (or part of the submission):

  • it is frivolous or vexatious
  • it discloses no reasonable or relevant case
  • it would be an abuse of the hearing process to allow the submission (or the part) to be taken further
  • it contains offensive language
  • it is supported only by material that purports to be independent expert evidence but has been prepared by a person who is not independent or who does not have sufficient specialised knowledge or skill to give expert advice on the matter.

Further submissions close at 5.00 pm on 22 February 2023.


CONSULTATION 2022

THE PC49 VARIATION PROPOSAL 

  • Rezone the Silverstream Spur from a mix of Rural Hill Zone and Residential Conservation Zone to Natural Open Space.  

  • Protect identified significant natural areas on the Silverstream Spur from development. 

  • Enable site-specific provisions for infrastructure, including a transport corridor.  

  • The proposed site-specific provisions would provide access to the Silverstream Spur for a range of recreation, conservation and customary purposes, as well as potential future access to the Southern Growth Area.  

NEXT STEPS

Check the proposed zoning, read through the supporting information in the Submission Material section, and make a submission.

MAKING A SUBMISSION  

You can make a submission online using the form below, or in writing through the following channels:  

  • In person - at either Upper Hutt City Council (HAPAI Service Centre) or both Upper Hutt libraries.
  • Email  - planning@uhcc.govt.nz  
  • Post - Plan Change 49 – Variation 1, Upper Hutt City Council, Private Bag 907, Upper Hutt 5140  

You must complete Submission Form (Form 5) and you must say whether you wish to be heard on your submission. An online submission form is below, or you can download a copy from the Submission Material section.

Anyone can make a submission on the proposal, but if you could gain an advantage in trade competition through the submission, then you can only submit if you are directly affected by an effect of the proposal that:   

  • adversely affects the environment; and  

  • does not relate to trade competition or the effects of trade competition.  

KŌRERO WITH US 

  • If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact planning@uhcc.govt.nz.  

  • We held a public Zoom session on 17 October for members of the public to ask their questions. A recording of the session can be found on the right hand side under Videos.

CLOSING DATE  

  • Submissions close at 5.00 pm on 4 November 2022. 


CONSULTATION 2021

Submissions closed at 5.00 pm on 17 September 2021 and further submissions closed at 5.00 pm on 17 November 2021.

The District Plan manage activities and development within the Open Space Zone which is comprised of predominantly publicly accessible land formed of our parks and reserves.

We know how much our community values the opportunities that our open spaces provide, including the ability to undertake passive and active recreation, conservation and customary activities, and community based events.

Open spaces in Upper Hutt includes three regional parks managed by Greater Wellington Regional Council, and sports fields, green spaces, and community parks managed by Upper Hutt City Council. There are also several privately owned and operated sports clubs which contribute to recreational opportunities within Upper Hutt, including golf courses and shooting clubs.

In 2018, Council adopted the Open Space Strategy which sets the overarching strategy for the open spaces of Upper Hutt, and identifies how the use of open spaces is changing.

PROPOSED PLAN CHANGE

We're proposing a number of changes to the existing District Plan. The District Plan will better align with the Open Space Strategy by considering the nature and scale of activities which may occur within open spaces, and will enable activities which are suitable within open spaces whilst managing those activities which could affect the amenity and use of our open spaces.

We also want to ensure the District Plan zoning is reflective of the extent of open spaces. This includes a proposed change to the zoning of the regional parks which are not currently zoned as open space, and the proposal to include privately run sports clubs within the zone. The existing Open Space Zone is proposed to be split into three separate zones:

  1. Natural Open Space
  2. Open Space
  3. Sport and Active Recreation

These proposed zones reflect the different character of our open spaces, as well as the different activities which occur in the different parks and reserves of Upper Hutt. You can view the proposed zoning on our webmap.

Natural Open Space Zone
The Natural Open Space Zone is to allow for activities and development of an appropriate scale to occur in identified spaces whilst conserving the natural character and associated ecological and landscape values. These spaces provide a valuable contribution to the wellbeing of the Upper Hutt community, allowing us all to undertake recreation, customary, and conservation activities in a natural setting.

Open Space Zone
The Open Space Zone provides for spaces that allow for community activities including passive and informal sports activities, customary and conservation activities, and community gardens. These spaces also provide the opportunity to hold temporary events, and contribute to the amenity of residential areas.

Sport and Active Recreation Zone
The Sport and Active Recreation Zone allows for organised sporting activities with the facilities to enable a diverse range of indoor and outdoor sports activities. This zone includes publicly owned parks and reserves, as well as privately operated and owned sports clubs.

Current status:  As per minute #12, the hearing was closed on 5 June 2024.  The Panel now moves into its deliberative phase. This will conclude with the Panel providing written recommendations to Council for its consideration.

In 2021 we carried out a review of the open space topic of our operative District Plan (2004). It was called Plan Change 49 - Open Spaces (PC49) and is part of our rolling review of the District Plan. It was informed by the research we've undertaken over the last few years, which included consultation with landowners, groups and clubs. PC49 was publicly notified on 11 August 2021.

In 2022 we asked our community to make a submission on a variation to PC49. While the Silverstream Spur wasn’t originally part of PC49 when we consulted in 2021, there is now greater certainty that the site will remain in public ownership, and we are able to revisit a possible rezoning of the Silverstream Spur. To do this an additional step called a variation is required.  


FURTHER SUBMISSIONS 2023

Further submissions can be made by anyone in the community with an interest in Plan Change 49 - Open Spaces (Variation One), for example anyone who lives, works, or volunteers in the area.

You can find all the details in the ‘Summary of Submissions’ document in the 'PC49 Further Submission Material' folder. If you decide to make a further submission, you will also need to send a copy to the person who made the original submission no later than five working days after you submit it to us.

You can find all the information relating to the first round of submissions in the Supporting Information section under “Submission Material'.

Make a submission

  • Complete the online further submission form (Form 6) below.
  • If you'd prefer to print and send, download Form 6 in the Supporting information section and once complete, you can email this to planning@uhcc.govt.nz, drop it into us at the HAPAI Service Centre, or send it to Upper Hutt City Council, Private Bag 907, Upper Hutt 5140.
  • If you would like to make more than two further submissions, download ‘Form 6’ in the 'Further Submission Material' folder and send it to planning@uhcc.govt.nz.

Request support - if you need a hand working through the supporting information for further submissions, please contact the planning team at planning@uhcc.govt.nz or 04 527 2169.

Please note that your submission (or part of your submission) may be struck out if the authority is satisfied that at least one of the following applies to the submission (or part of the submission):

  • it is frivolous or vexatious
  • it discloses no reasonable or relevant case
  • it would be an abuse of the hearing process to allow the submission (or the part) to be taken further
  • it contains offensive language
  • it is supported only by material that purports to be independent expert evidence but has been prepared by a person who is not independent or who does not have sufficient specialised knowledge or skill to give expert advice on the matter.

Further submissions close at 5.00 pm on 22 February 2023.


CONSULTATION 2022

THE PC49 VARIATION PROPOSAL 

  • Rezone the Silverstream Spur from a mix of Rural Hill Zone and Residential Conservation Zone to Natural Open Space.  

  • Protect identified significant natural areas on the Silverstream Spur from development. 

  • Enable site-specific provisions for infrastructure, including a transport corridor.  

  • The proposed site-specific provisions would provide access to the Silverstream Spur for a range of recreation, conservation and customary purposes, as well as potential future access to the Southern Growth Area.  

NEXT STEPS

Check the proposed zoning, read through the supporting information in the Submission Material section, and make a submission.

MAKING A SUBMISSION  

You can make a submission online using the form below, or in writing through the following channels:  

  • In person - at either Upper Hutt City Council (HAPAI Service Centre) or both Upper Hutt libraries.
  • Email  - planning@uhcc.govt.nz  
  • Post - Plan Change 49 – Variation 1, Upper Hutt City Council, Private Bag 907, Upper Hutt 5140  

You must complete Submission Form (Form 5) and you must say whether you wish to be heard on your submission. An online submission form is below, or you can download a copy from the Submission Material section.

Anyone can make a submission on the proposal, but if you could gain an advantage in trade competition through the submission, then you can only submit if you are directly affected by an effect of the proposal that:   

  • adversely affects the environment; and  

  • does not relate to trade competition or the effects of trade competition.  

KŌRERO WITH US 

  • If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact planning@uhcc.govt.nz.  

  • We held a public Zoom session on 17 October for members of the public to ask their questions. A recording of the session can be found on the right hand side under Videos.

CLOSING DATE  

  • Submissions close at 5.00 pm on 4 November 2022. 


CONSULTATION 2021

Submissions closed at 5.00 pm on 17 September 2021 and further submissions closed at 5.00 pm on 17 November 2021.

The District Plan manage activities and development within the Open Space Zone which is comprised of predominantly publicly accessible land formed of our parks and reserves.

We know how much our community values the opportunities that our open spaces provide, including the ability to undertake passive and active recreation, conservation and customary activities, and community based events.

Open spaces in Upper Hutt includes three regional parks managed by Greater Wellington Regional Council, and sports fields, green spaces, and community parks managed by Upper Hutt City Council. There are also several privately owned and operated sports clubs which contribute to recreational opportunities within Upper Hutt, including golf courses and shooting clubs.

In 2018, Council adopted the Open Space Strategy which sets the overarching strategy for the open spaces of Upper Hutt, and identifies how the use of open spaces is changing.

PROPOSED PLAN CHANGE

We're proposing a number of changes to the existing District Plan. The District Plan will better align with the Open Space Strategy by considering the nature and scale of activities which may occur within open spaces, and will enable activities which are suitable within open spaces whilst managing those activities which could affect the amenity and use of our open spaces.

We also want to ensure the District Plan zoning is reflective of the extent of open spaces. This includes a proposed change to the zoning of the regional parks which are not currently zoned as open space, and the proposal to include privately run sports clubs within the zone. The existing Open Space Zone is proposed to be split into three separate zones:

  1. Natural Open Space
  2. Open Space
  3. Sport and Active Recreation

These proposed zones reflect the different character of our open spaces, as well as the different activities which occur in the different parks and reserves of Upper Hutt. You can view the proposed zoning on our webmap.

Natural Open Space Zone
The Natural Open Space Zone is to allow for activities and development of an appropriate scale to occur in identified spaces whilst conserving the natural character and associated ecological and landscape values. These spaces provide a valuable contribution to the wellbeing of the Upper Hutt community, allowing us all to undertake recreation, customary, and conservation activities in a natural setting.

Open Space Zone
The Open Space Zone provides for spaces that allow for community activities including passive and informal sports activities, customary and conservation activities, and community gardens. These spaces also provide the opportunity to hold temporary events, and contribute to the amenity of residential areas.

Sport and Active Recreation Zone
The Sport and Active Recreation Zone allows for organised sporting activities with the facilities to enable a diverse range of indoor and outdoor sports activities. This zone includes publicly owned parks and reserves, as well as privately operated and owned sports clubs.

  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    PC49 Variation 1 - Further Submission Form (Form 6)

    Any person representing a relevant aspect of the public interest and any person with an interest in the Plan Change greater than the interest the general public has, may make a further submission in support of or opposition to, any one or more of the previously received submissions.

    A further submission must be in response to a decision requested in one of the original submissions.

    In addition to serving a copy of the further submission on Upper Hutt City Council, a copy of the further submission must also be served on the person(s) who made the original submission to which the further submission relates. This must be done no later than five working days after providing Upper Hutt City Council with the further submission.


    Consultation closed on 24 Feb 2023
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