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Residential 2 zone

Description

The Residential 2 zone is a special character zone that has been applied to various parts of the Isthmus. This zone seeks to conserve the landscape qualities of certain residential areas because of their special blend of buildings and abundant vegetation.

The Residential 2a and 2c sub-zones are applied to areas where sites and/or buildings are generally large.

The Residential 2b sub-zone applies to areas where sites are smaller and some areas of State designed housing of the 1930’s and 1940’s.

Planning requirements for building

Planning approval is required to undertake any building in this zone with the exception of restoration, repair and internal alteration of existing buildings.

Planning requirements determine the location, form and extent of building undertaken on a site and in some cases the extent of landscaping. These controls seek to ensure that any development does not adversely affect neighbours or the character of the surrounding area.

When is a resource consent required for building work?

You will need a restricted controlled activity resource consent for the following activities:

• new buildings
• most additions or alterations to the exterior of existing buildings

These are Restricted Controlled Activities and they must comply with the development controls set out in the District Plan (Isthmus section). In addition a resource consent may be required for earthworks. You should contact us to discuss any proposals involving earthworks.

The criteria for assessing an application and the relevant development controls are found in Part 7 of the District Plan (Isthmus section).

Design guidelines

Reference is made in the District Plan (Isthmus section) to "Architectural Design Guidelines" for development in these zones. These guidelines are contained in the Annexure 4.

Density

The following chart sets out the number of residential units which may be built on sites in the Residential 2 zones.

 Refer to Part 7.7.2.1 of the District Plan (Isthmus section) or contact us for any additional information and restrictions.

Coastal requirements

If your property is near the coast it may be affected by a 10m Coastal Protection Yard or be located within the Coastal Management Area. For more details refer to planning map 3 and Part 5B of the District Plan (Isthmus section).

Financial contributions

A financial contribution, in land or cash, applies to all new residential development. Contact us or refer to Part 4B of the District Plan (Isthmus section) for details on how this is calculated, where exemptions may apply and in what other circumstances a financial contribution may be payable.

Other requirements

All development and activities in residential zones must also meet the District Plan's (Isthmus section) other requirements. These include

• Earthworks and excavations - refer to Part 4 and Part 4A of the plan
• Trees - refer to Part5C
• Parking and loading space requirements - refer to Part 12