Proposal to reclassify reserve and grant licence to occupy
Horowhenua District Council is proposing to change the reserve classification of a portion of the Muhunoa West Road esplanade reserve (Lot 4, DP 44581) from local purpose (esplanade) reserve to recreation reserve, in accordance with section 24(2)(b) of the Reserves Act 1977.
The reason for the proposal is to provide a more suitable reserve classification for the proposed use of that part of the reserve for a links golf course. The remainder of the reserve will retain its status as esplanade reserve; and
If the classification of the reserve is changed to recreation reserve, then in accordance with section 54(1)(d) of the Reserves Act 1977, it intends to consider a proposal to grant a licence to allow Grenadier Limited to use a portion of the reserve for the purposes of a links golf course, for a term of 33 years (with two rights of renewal of 33 years each (a total potential term of 99 years) at a market rental to be determined by valuation and subject to a condition that a walkway be constructed from the end of Muhunoa West Road to the beach.
Have your say
We'd like to hear your views. Written submissions, including objections, regarding this proposal should be:
Submissions close at 5pm on Wednesday 15 January 2025.
Horowhenua District Council Resolutions of Reclassification of Reserve Status - 27 November 2024
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Resolution Number CO/2024/363
MOVED by Mayor Wanden, seconded Cr Brannigan:
That Report 24/783 Muhunoa West Road Reserve Licence be received.
That this matter or decision is recognised as not significant in terms of S76 of the Local Government Act.
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| Carried |
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Resolution Number CO/2024/364
MOVED by Mayor Wanden, seconded Cr Olsen:
That, subject to the reclassification of the esplanade reserve to a recreation reserve, Council proceeds with public notification of its intention to grant a licence to Grenadier Limited, based on the following key terms:
Licence Term: A maximum term of 99 years (33+33+33).
Public Access: Continued public access through a defined public walkway connecting Muhunoa Road West to the beach to be developed and maintained by the licensee.
Environmental and Cultural Protections: Conditions to safeguard environmental and cultural values
A division was called for, voting on which was as follows:
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For:
Councillors:
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David Allan
Mike Barker
Ross Brannigan
Clint Grimstone
Sam Jennings
Paul Olsen
Jonathan Procter
Bernie Wanden
Alan Young |
Against:
Councillors:
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Rogan Boyle
Nina Hori Te Pa
Justin Tamihana
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The division was declared CARRIED by 9 votes to 3.
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| CARRIED |
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Resolution Number CO/2024/365
MOVED by Cr Allan, seconded Cr Brannigan:
That Council publicly notify its intention to reclassify the reserve to a recreation reserve.
That Council publicly notify its intention to grant the licence.
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| CARRIED |
Location map outlining Muhunoa West Road Esplanade, Ōhau
Once submissions have closed, submissions will be considered by Council and a decision on reclassification and licensing will be made.