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1. [2018] NZEnvC 027 Kumeu Property Limited v Auckland Council [pdf, 17 MB]

   ...merit, and acknowledged "the care invested in expressing a large-scale development in as much as the rural aesthetic as we consider possible." The commissioners also noted "We also consider the applicant demonstrated that many of the environmental effects arising from the proposal, and of concern to the submitters, such as on-site servicing and traffic could be managed appropriately through conditions" . [5] Two key conclusions appear to have guided the commissio...

2. [2021] NZEnvC 198 Kaiuma Farm Limited v Marberry Estate Limited [pdf, 259 KB]

   ...reliance on ss 314(1)(a)(i), 314(b)(i), 314(b)(ii) and 320(1), RMA.3 In summary, this is on grounds set out in supporting affidavits and that: (a) continuance of the works would contravene, or likely contravene the Resource Management (National Environmental Standards for Plantation Forestry) Regulations 2017 (‘NES-PF’), referring in particular to regs 25–33 on earthworks, and reg 65 on harvesting and sedimentation; (b) the works would contravene the duty in RMA s17; (c...

3. ENVC Hearing 6Oct14 WML evidence chief John Leman [pdf, 4.3 MB]

   ...(University of Auckland). I am a Member of the Institute of Professional Engineers New Zealand. 2. I have 32 years experience as an Engineer. My professional services have predominantly comprised marine works, and in particular, marina facilities design. 3. I have been involved in the design of marina developments in New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific, South-East Asia, China and the Middle East. New Zealand projects within the Auckland region include Gulf Harbour and Pine...

4. NZLS Predictions in an Uncertain World [pdf, 957 KB]

   ...Hon Justice Glazebrook, “Miscarriage by Expert” (speech to Commonwealth Magistrates’ and Judges’ Association Triennial Conference, Wellington, 21 September 2015). (www.courtsofnz.govt.nz/speechpapers/HJG2.pdf). NZLS CLE Intensive  Environmental Law Intensive 2 [3] Illustrating how our assessments of risk need to be updated regularly in the light of further and better information, the timing of this paper is unfortunate. Not only is it likely to be superseded and impr...

5. 3.-Anthony-Adams-Construction-Methodology.pdf [pdf, 1.7 MB]

   ........................ 17 Page 3 INTRODUCTION 1. My name is Anthony John Adams. 2. I am the Construction Manager for Te Ahu a Turanga Alliance, the alliance which has been engaged by Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency ("Transport Agency") to design and deliver Te Ahu a Turanga: Manawatū-Tararua Highway Project ("Alliance" and "Project" respectively). Qualifications and experience 3. I have the following qualifications and experience relevant...

6. Directory of Official Information D-F [pdf, 969 KB]

   ..............................................................................................................27 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority ................................................................29 Ministry for the Environment .............................................................................................32 Environmental Protection Authority .................................................................................35 Institute of Environmenta...

7. [2022] NZEnvC 117 High Quality v Auckland Council [pdf, 885 KB]

   ...undertake an activity that is not provided for in H18.4; (b) Future Urban Zone – resource consent is required for a discretionary activity under Rule H18.4.1(A2) because the new building will have the same activity status as the activity it is designed to accommodate; and (c) Transportation – to establish a car parking area with 10 spaces or more [1] [2] [3] 3 without lighting, as required by E27.6.3.7(1), is a restricted-discretionary activity pursuant to E27.4.1(A2)....

8. E86 Luke Faithfull - Planning - EIC - Mana Whenua in opp [pdf, 1.1 MB]

   ...OPPOSITION 28 AUGUST 2018 2517 Evidence of Luke Christopher James Faithfull 28 August 2018 Page 1 of 31 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. My name is Luke Christopher James Faithfull. 1.2. I hold a Bachelors’ degree in Geography and Environmental Science from the University of Auckland. 1.3. I have practiced in the field of resource management for the past 11 years and am currently employed as an Associate by Mitchell Daysh Limited, an environmental consultancy...

9. [2022] NZEnvC 101 Otago Regional Council [pdf, 1.4 MB]

   ...Environment Court under s142(2)(b) of the Resource Management Act 1991 (the RMA’ or ‘the Act’) to give a decision on the provisions and matters raised in submissions. [8] PC8 was notified as part of an omnibus plan change (with PC1) by the Environmental Protection Authority on 6 July 2020. A total of 96 submissions and 12 further submissions were made to these changes. Of these, 82 submitters requested to be heard, with the majority wanting to present a joint case. 3 Boy...

10. [2022] NZEnvC 101 Otago Regional Council - Urban Provisions [pdf, 1.9 MB]

    ...Environment Court under s142(2)(b) of the Resource Management Act 1991 (the RMA’ or ‘the Act’) to give a decision on the provisions and matters raised in submissions. [8] PC8 was notified as part of an omnibus plan change (with PC1) by the Environmental Protection Authority on 6 July 2020. A total of 96 submissions and 12 further submissions were made to these changes. Of these, 82 submitters requested to be heard, with the majority wanting to present a joint case. 3 Boy...