A layer file for the Auckland Council Unitary Plan Base Zone dataset. Download this file in conjunction with the Unitary Plan Base Zone.

Unitary Plan (Operative in part). Updated biweekly.Lineage/History: Created July to November 2016 by the Unitary Plan Mapping & Analysis Project from new decisions and information inherited from the proposed Unitary Plan Recommendation version.Update Cycle: Updated weeklyCreation Date: 15 November 2016Publication Date: 15 November 2016Metadata Date: Updated weeklyMetadata Constraints: This metadata was collated after the creation of the Auckland Council Unitary Plan Operative in part, and is considered accurate with a high degree of confidence

The arterial road overlay identifies roads that link districts or urban areas within the region and connect regionally significant facilities.

Identifies the designations of requiring authorities as set out by s175(2) of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Identifies notable trees as set out in the policy framework of D13 Notable Trees Overlay and Schedule 10 of the Plan.

Identifies outstanding natural landscapes. Council is required to recognise and provide for the protection outstanding natural landscapes of as matter of national importance by section 6b of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Additional height controls applied to zones under the Proposed Auckland Unitary Plan.

Auckland Unitary plan data

Identifies areas of significant indigenous vegetation and significant habitats of indigenous fauna. Council is required to recognise and provide for the protection of significant indigenous vegetation and significant habitats of indigenous fauna of as matter of national importance by section 6b of the Resource Management Act.

Identifies where the office control has been applied as set out in the policy framework of H15 Business Business Park Zone.

The source for the interim RUB was the operative Regional Policy Statement MUL, changes were provided by Spatial Infrastructure Strategy and endorsed by The Auckland Plan Committee.The boundary which defines the maximum extent of urban development to 2040 in the form of a permanent rural urban interface. It is defined around the following urban areas:metropolitan urban area of Auckland, Orewa and the urban areas of Waiheke Island and Whangaparaoa Peninsula the satellite towns of Pukehoke and Warkworth rural and coastal towns of Beachlands/Pine Harbour, Helensville, Kumeu-Huapai, Oneroa, Riverhead, Snells Beach/Algies Bay, Waiuku and Wellsford serviced villages.

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Identifies the zone as set out in the policy framework of each subject zone in H Zones.

Describe the additional subdivision controls for sites around the region. This set of data shows the area subject to the additional minimum site size controls.

Identifies precincts, sub-precincts and their spatial extents.

Identifies outstanding natural character and high natural character as set out within the policy framework of D11 Outstanding Natural Character and High Natural Character Overlay and Schedule 8 of the Plan.

In addition to the distinctive volcanic landscape and regionally significant Outstanding Natural Landscapes and Outstanding Natural Features, Auckland’s wider landscape and maritime setting provides a sense of identity at the local level. Individual viewing points, and their significant viewshafts from public places, contribute to the unique character of many of our neighbourhoods and coastal areas. Although many significant local views are naturally self-preserved by topography or proximity to the coast and require no specific protective restrictions, some are in prominent public locations but could be obstructed by buildings occurring in the foreground. These viewing points and the views from them have been identified to ensure the benefits they provide are retained for future generations.

The flood plains indicate the area of land inundated by runoff in a storm event that has a 1 percent or greater probability of occurring in any given year, assuming maximum probable development (MPD) and future climate change. The flood plains are mapped from hydraulic modelling results. Information specific to each flood plain is accessible using the Identify tool, including the flood report. This dataset is continually updated at catchment scale to reflect the best information available.This dataset is updated by the Heathy Waters team on a regular basis.Disclaimer: In using the Catchments and Hydrology data set, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agreed to the disclaimers below.The flood plains and flood sensitive area data layers are generated from catchment level modelling based on the datasets, requirements and technology available at the time of model build. They are compiled regional layers with varied data uncertainty and currency, which may directly impact data accuracy for the area of interest. The information provided therefore does not preclude the need for appropriate site-specific assessment and cannot be construed as an endorsement or approval of any development by Auckland Council.The Catchments and Hydrology data set is updated regularly when new information becomes available. As such, downloading and copying activities may result in data invalidity.Whilst due care has been taken in producing the Catchments and Hydrology data sets, Auckland Council gives no warranty as to the accuracy and completeness of any information given and accepts no liability for any error, omission or use of the information.

Identifies areas being within an emergency management area from hazardous facilities and infrastructure set out in the policy framework of E29 Emergency Management Area Hazardous Facilities and Infrastructure.

The purpose of water supply management areas is to provide for the ongoing operation, maintenance, upgrading and development of the municipal water supply infrastructure. The areas comprise the catchments that are mainly in public ownership surrounding municipal water supply infrastructure. This infrastructure includes five dams in the Waitakere Ranges, two reservoirs in the Hunua Ranges, the Hays Creek dam at Papakura and land owned by Watercare Services in the Riverhead Forest. The management area also includes all related supporting and connected water supply infrastructure, such as the pipe network and pumping stations, located within these catchments. They contain water supply networks that are classified by this Unitary Plan as significant infrastructure. Part of the water supply management area for the Hunua water supply infrastructure is now outside the Auckland region. Water supply management areas, particularly those in the Waitakere and Hunua Ranges, contain a mix of vegetation cover. Large areas of significant indigenous vegetation meet the criteria for identification as natural stream management areas. The Waitakere water supply management area forms part of the wider Waitakere Ranges heritage area. One of the heritage features recognised by the Waitakere Ranges Heritage Area Act 2008 is the operation, maintenance and development of the public water catchment and supply system that services the needs of the people of Auckland.