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[patumahoe village incKeymaster]

Patumahoe has been identified as a high-growth community.

This refers not just to extra residential properties but also to the accompanying associated zoning that goes with it: retail, commercial, light industry and community spaces.

At present although land requirements have been calculated (very conservatively I might add) no zoning has been identified for Patumahoe for these landuses.

This is a concern because:
This may result in ad-hoc and disjointed locations for different landuses;
Community facilities might be diminished as the cost of land to provide extra facilities becomes prohibitive, early identification of possible reserve and recreational land may reduce purchase costs;
Local aesthetic values may be compromised.

We believe that local residents and property owners will have a more knowledgeable and considered approach to the location of these businesses with regard to Patumahoe village. Would appreciate hearing any comments on this topic.

[tarnyaKeymaster]

Hi All,

Does anyone know if there are plans to build more shops in the area and if so who could I contact for more info on it?

Thank You,

Regards,

Kevin.

[tarnyaKeymaster]

Hi Kevin,

To date, we only become aware of new shops planned when: new buildings require a resource consent AND this consent is publically notified – or – when they are built.

If properties are already commerically zoned, then resource consents are not necessary even if current use is residential. You can view the current designations on the Auckland GIS viewer online.

Even if the current zoning may be residential – as the 2004 District Growth Strategy identified the need for further commercial land in Patumahoe – resource consents for change of use to commercial already have a toe in the door.

Given that, as a community group we have not been informed of any resource consent applications in place for this purpose. However, we are aware that one of the proposals for the development on Kingseat Road included a small area on the corner of Kingseat Road and Mauku Road for commercial use. We have asked Auckland Council to inform us when community submissions are able to be made.

Also, as part of the Structure plan consultation many have indicated that they would prefer to see commercial industry such as retail and hospitality stay in the centre, and heavier industry to be located further out. A method of achieving this would be to have different categories for each type rather than just a generic commercial as exists now.

I don’t know if this answers your question if not post again.

Regards,
Paula

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