Appendix Four – Summary of Submissions 400-599 - Environmental ...
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Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
<strong>400</strong> Mr Richard<br />
Cherrill<br />
401 Mrs Judith<br />
Cherrill<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose No Expressway through the heart <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti residential areas will damage the environment & submitter does not believe it’s the best solution to<br />
the traffic problems <strong>of</strong> the area.<br />
A good local arterial road will provide a better solution along with upgrade <strong>of</strong> the existing SH1 as it would serve local traffic needs, and not have<br />
huge environmental and social adverse effects.<br />
Particular concerns are:<br />
Alternatives have not been properly evaluated;<br />
Noise & health effects;<br />
Visual impacts & impacts on cultural and historic features;<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> wildlife habitat & sustainability;<br />
Local traffic congestion around junctions;<br />
Social severance & degradation <strong>of</strong> some residential areas/loss <strong>of</strong> property values.<br />
Oppose No Expressway through the heart <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti residential areas will damage the environment & submitter does not believe it’s the best solution to<br />
the traffic problems <strong>of</strong> the area.<br />
A good local arterial road will provide a better solution along with upgrade <strong>of</strong> the existing SH1 as it would serve local traffic needs, and not have<br />
huge environmental and social adverse effects.<br />
Particular concerns are:<br />
Alternatives have not been properly evaluated;<br />
Noise & health effects;<br />
Visual impacts & impacts on cultural and historic features;<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> wildlife habitat & sustainability;<br />
Local traffic congestion around junctions;<br />
Social severance & degradation <strong>of</strong> some residential areas/loss <strong>of</strong> property values.<br />
402 Mr Iain Mackay Oppose Yes Fails to meet many <strong>of</strong> the government and NZTA policies.<br />
Significant negative impacts on the community through increased traffic volumes close to residential areas.<br />
Impacts include noise and light pollution, air quality and fumes, vibration during and post construction.<br />
The elevation <strong>of</strong> the route will visually obstruct views.<br />
Even with proposed mitigation strategies, will still be significant negative impacts on the natural character and landscape <strong>of</strong> the region.<br />
Route bisects the communities <strong>of</strong> Raumati, Paraparaumu and Waikanae creating physical, social and psychological severance due to the size <strong>of</strong> the<br />
project and its footprint.<br />
Serious disruption for 3-5 years with construction vehicles using Kapiti Road, Te Moana Road, SH1 and Otaihanga Rd.<br />
Concern that natural water flow will be disrupted and natural habitat for flora and fauna will be destroyed by peat replacement.<br />
No guarantee that the replacement <strong>of</strong> the natural "soils" with road grade material will be successful. A possibility that the replacement <strong>of</strong> peat will<br />
increase or decrease the water tables in the adjacent areas, causing damage to local property/buildings.<br />
Financial cost <strong>of</strong> the expressway has almost doubled in the last two years.<br />
The north-south link road alternative will cost approx 1/3 the cost <strong>of</strong> the expressway and be <strong>of</strong> greater benefit to the community.<br />
Concern regarding access to Paraparaumu Medical Centre situated on Kapiti Road, as the functioning <strong>of</strong> this medical centre will be impaired due to<br />
its proximity to the proposed Kapiti interchange during and after construction.<br />
Values <strong>of</strong> land and property within 100m <strong>of</strong> the proposed road are declining and impossible to sell.<br />
No <strong>of</strong>fer <strong>of</strong> any financial compensation to those affected or any communication from the NZTA regarding this issue.<br />
403 Mr Sam<br />
Jennings<br />
404 Mrs Rachel<br />
Mackay<br />
The Board should<br />
not give consent to<br />
the Mackays to Peka<br />
Peka Expressway.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Support No Submitter believes that the environmental mitigations proposed will adequately address any environmental concerns. Approve in full.<br />
Dismissal <strong>of</strong> any<br />
conditions or<br />
restrictions sought<br />
which would alter<br />
the course <strong>of</strong> the<br />
proposed roading<br />
layout and/or which<br />
would substantially<br />
increase the cost <strong>of</strong><br />
the project.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Oppose Yes Proposal does not meet urban planning design standards and relies on questionable evidence <strong>of</strong> community support.<br />
Proposal fails to meet various national, regional and local policies, plans and strategies, including the RMA.<br />
Overwhelming advice against this route from multiple specialist advisers and NZTAs own <strong>of</strong>ficials. Route was rejected as a suitable Expressway<br />
route by the NZTA Board in July 2009. The weight <strong>of</strong> evidence and advice favoured an eastern route.<br />
Application refers to community support for this route & submitter questions whether relying on consultation feedback was appropriate in terms<br />
<strong>of</strong> future decision-making about the route. Submitter considers based on the evidence available that an upgrade <strong>of</strong> SH1 and building an urban<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
arterial route would address the issues <strong>of</strong> capacity, access and safety, <strong>of</strong>fer greater economic gains than the Expressway, require less parcels <strong>of</strong><br />
land, and could be built quicker. It would also be in line with a number <strong>of</strong> statutes, national/regional/local policies and plans.<br />
Community severance<br />
Rather than foster community connectivity (a key benefit <strong>of</strong> the WLR), the Expressway will create physical, social & psychological community<br />
severance. Major negative impacts on how the submitter feels residents live in the communities, and the unique character <strong>of</strong> Kapiti. Degradation<br />
<strong>of</strong> urban living spaces due concrete underpasses and the large ‘no mans’ land area either side <strong>of</strong> the Expressway. The WLR land was earmarked for<br />
development to enhance the use <strong>of</strong> community space and integrate the road with the community. Two predominant key groups in Kapiti are most<br />
affected by the community severance issues; children and the elderly. People move to Kapiti to raise families or retire as they are attracted to the<br />
pace <strong>of</strong> life, easy <strong>of</strong> ability to get around and safe natural, semi-rural environment. The social impact assessment is inadequate.<br />
Visual & noise impacts<br />
Significant visual and noise impacts on the community for much <strong>of</strong> its route. Gavin Road (submitter’s street) is referred to in the Application as<br />
being a very quiet area. There is likely to be an increase to >57dB and will be very noticeable. Negative impact from traffic noise at night.<br />
Quality <strong>of</strong> outdoor living compromised by construction and traffic noise. Much <strong>of</strong> the Expressway will be elevated to degrade the low-rise<br />
character <strong>of</strong> Kapiti.<br />
Access<br />
The elderly and mobility-impaired will have further reduced mobility by changes in traffic flows and delays in local traffic flows during and post<br />
construction. Use <strong>of</strong> Sector Three (Raumati South to Weka Park) <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti Coast Walkway and Cycleway for access and recreation won’t be<br />
possible as part <strong>of</strong> this section will be subsumed by the Expressway. Walking or cycling alongside an Expressway is not attractive and appealing.<br />
Negative impact on the Paraparaumu Medical Centre during and post construction. Access will be difficult and the ability to <strong>of</strong>fer its current<br />
standard <strong>of</strong> medical care may be compromised. Redirected traffic flows on local roads may impact negatively on schools, kindergartens and other<br />
community activities.<br />
Locals may change their shopping areas depending upon ease <strong>of</strong> access, which may have a negative financial impact on some businesses.<br />
Environment<br />
The route cuts through Kapiti’s green spaces and wetland areas, particularly the Raumati wetlands. It will affect native flora and fauna.<br />
Will alter the natural environment and surroundings which are valued by the people <strong>of</strong> Kapiti (peace and quiet, fresh air, sounds <strong>of</strong> nature, scenic<br />
vistas). The Expressway will be raised above these ‘green corridors’ to enable ongoing use, but the impact will be damaging with visual, noise and<br />
air pollution; and not conducive to fostering and encouraging use.<br />
Light fall from Expressway lighting and vehicle lights will have a negative impact on residents.<br />
Building on peat swamp is challenging. There may be long-term hydraulic effects on wetlands, and settlement may have a negative impact on<br />
homes near the Expressway.<br />
Health<br />
Evidence <strong>of</strong> adverse health effects on respiratory and cardiac function for people living within 500m <strong>of</strong> a motorway, especially the young and<br />
elderly and those with underlying conditions. Submitter’s son experiences respiratory issues, which are exacerbated by dust and other irritants.<br />
The dust resulting from the construction and air pollution once the Expressway in operational may affect him.<br />
Construction<br />
The construction will have significant negative impacts due to travel disruption, noise, and vibration for 4-5 years. Many <strong>of</strong> the construction plans<br />
are out <strong>of</strong> recommended levels for noise or vibrations.<br />
Property values<br />
The scale and scope <strong>of</strong> the Expressway is significantly different than the WLR. Will have a detrimental impact on property values <strong>of</strong> those living<br />
nearby, particularly on those who purchased property since the WLR designation has been in place (would not have purchased if the designation<br />
was for an expressway). Highly likely that those within 200m may choose to sell property; those remaining will likely be in situations where they<br />
cannot sell.<br />
Assessment <strong>of</strong> Alternatives<br />
The Assessment <strong>of</strong> Alternatives was limited. The option <strong>of</strong> building the WLR and upgrading SH1 was not included as a combined option.<br />
Supports the building <strong>of</strong> a local arterial route (WLR) and upgrading SH1.<br />
Submitter has copies <strong>of</strong> references included in the submission, documentation sourced under the Official Information Act, and a briefing provided<br />
to the Minister <strong>of</strong> Transport and NZTA <strong>of</strong>ficials in July 2010.<br />
407 Mr Jay Brass Oppose No Submitter lives in the USA, but sister lives in Kapiti.<br />
A freeway through the middle <strong>of</strong> a town is the wrong answer. Many towns in the USA have done this and end up with low quality areas along the<br />
freeway.<br />
Expressway will change the whole feel and social structure <strong>of</strong> a town over a period <strong>of</strong> years.<br />
Noise, pollution and other impacts on the environment.<br />
Better ways to deal with traffic, as congestion on the main highway is due mostly to use by local traffic, therefore provide local traffic with an<br />
alternative route.<br />
Particular concerns are:<br />
Alternatives have not been properly evaluated.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
408 Mrs Michelle<br />
Brass<br />
409 Mr John<br />
Wraight<br />
410 Mr Murray<br />
Eggers<br />
411 Mr Frank<br />
Cherrill<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose No<br />
Degradation <strong>of</strong> areas near the road.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> people’s homes.<br />
Noise.<br />
Visual impacts<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> wildlife habitat & sustainability.<br />
Local traffic congestion around junctions.<br />
Splitting <strong>of</strong> the community.<br />
Health effects<br />
Submitter lives in the USA, but sister lives in Kapiti.<br />
A freeway through the middle <strong>of</strong> a town is the wrong answer. Many towns in the USA have done this and end up with low quality areas along the<br />
freeway.<br />
Expressway will change the whole feel and social structure <strong>of</strong> a town over a period <strong>of</strong> years.<br />
Noise, pollution and other impacts on the environment.<br />
Better ways to deal with traffic, as congestion on the main highway is due mostly to use by local traffic, therefore provide local traffic with an<br />
alternative route.<br />
Particular concerns are:<br />
Alternatives have not been properly evaluated.<br />
Degradation <strong>of</strong> areas near the road.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> people’s homes.<br />
Noise.<br />
Visual impacts<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> wildlife habitat & sustainability.<br />
Local traffic congestion around junctions.<br />
Splitting <strong>of</strong> the community.<br />
Health effects<br />
Oppose Yes The heart <strong>of</strong> the community will be dissected and polluted.<br />
<strong>Environmental</strong>, social and fiscal costs will be passed on unjustly to future generations if the expressway is approved.<br />
Oppose No Expressway is unnecessary, uneconomic and unaffordable, especially as other options are less intrusive and cheaper.<br />
All Kapiti residents to be affected by varying extent by construction noise and dust, concrete barrier, and operational noise, & presence will<br />
dominate coastal plain.<br />
Residential properties will become unsellable.<br />
Submitter has looked forward to WLR. This would have separated through traffic from local traffic.<br />
Comments on public consultation brochure:<br />
Commuter Town. Ridiculous that Kapiti is considered a commuter town. Building the Expressway will encourage people to live in Kapiti and<br />
commute by car. Commuters should use the rail service or put up with delays. Roads should not be built for ease <strong>of</strong> commuting.<br />
Peak times. Nowhere is it considered necessary to completely avoid peak times.<br />
Safety. No reasons why safety barriers along with underpasses/flyovers cannot be built on the existing SH1. Removing local traffic from existing<br />
SH1 to WLR will improve safety.<br />
Peak time reliability. Delays will be reduced by moving existing SH1 traffic to WLR.<br />
Quicker access to Wellington facilities. Submitter has no problem with driving 40 mins at non-peak times to Wellington. Transmission Gully will<br />
improve this travel time.<br />
With the opposition parties having declared they would not proceed, a final decision should be delayed until the next election.<br />
Oppose No Expressway will cause:<br />
Unacceptable increase in noise to disturb tranquillity and ambience, with visual impacts spoiling beauty in the area.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> wetlands and other wildlife habitat.<br />
Many social impacts from driving on a motorway through residential areas as proved in Europe. Not done anymore in Europe and shouldn’t<br />
happen in NZ.<br />
Problems not great enough to warrant an Expressway. A better local road system (WLR) would take local traffic <strong>of</strong> the existing SH1 and free up<br />
SH1 for through traffic.<br />
The benefit/cost ratio is low, making the building <strong>of</strong> the road an unviable proposition.<br />
Local road traffic makes up over half <strong>of</strong> the traffic through Kapiti and can be dealt with more cheaply/effectively than by an Expressway.<br />
Support No The submitter welcomes a new motorway that will allow better movement <strong>of</strong> SH1 traffic and at the same time allow our community to travel<br />
unimpeded at all times <strong>of</strong> the day. They believe the new roading will improve the safety <strong>of</strong> all who travel on the road.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
412 Ms Maria van<br />
Lent<br />
413 Mr Tim Wilson Support No New road will provide for a safer community by taking traffic passing through district and leaving all existing roads for local traffic. Agree with NZTA<br />
and the expressway<br />
proposal in general.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
414 Miss Katherine<br />
Sarah Elizabeth<br />
Sloane<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Support No The road must be built for all <strong>of</strong> Kapiti, Wellington and NZ to make road transport easier than it currently is. No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
415 Kapanui School Oppose No Submitter opposes the expressway due to:<br />
Impacts <strong>of</strong> construction and operation on the 500 children from the greater Waikanae area and the community.<br />
Increased air pollution and increased incidence <strong>of</strong> health issues for young children.<br />
Expressway is close to the Kapanui School site. Traffic volumes are predicted to increase by 38% by 2026. The volume <strong>of</strong> heavy vehicle traffic is<br />
predicted to increase on Park Avenue and Paetawa Road by 60% and 10 vehicles per day. These roads are used by children twice a day.<br />
Quality <strong>of</strong> life <strong>of</strong> people at the school will fall, especially those living with noise, air and light pollution from the Expressway.<br />
416 Ms Monique<br />
Lepionka<br />
417 Mr Trevor<br />
Daniell<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Oppose No The expressway provides no benefits to community economically, as the cost data is not accurate.<br />
Road usage in Kapiti in the past 5-10 years has not increased so no growth to justify building the road. Local traffic makes up over half <strong>of</strong> the<br />
traffic, so need a more effective local road system. If the expressway goes ahead, the existing SH1 will become a local road. The assumption that<br />
KCDC will maintain the existing SH1 is a cost the local ratepayers don’t want.<br />
The land is not suitable with peat and sand making the project costs expensive. Large amounts <strong>of</strong> CO2 released from destroying peat bogs.<br />
The Kapiti Coast has a very high water table. Building the Expressway will be impractical, difficult and expensive.<br />
Project goes against NZTA’s policies <strong>of</strong> the avoidance <strong>of</strong> splitting communities. Will destroy 80+ houses and leave 1<strong>400</strong> within 200m <strong>of</strong> the road<br />
who will have devalued properties.<br />
Noise and light disturbance to peaceful neighbourhoods.<br />
Construction will be a major disruption, and add vibration and dust.<br />
Will be a highly visible ugly barrier to limit recreational, commercial and tourism activities.<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> wildlife and habitats, significant Maori sites and disruption <strong>of</strong> bodies buried in dunes, and destruction <strong>of</strong> beauty and attributes <strong>of</strong><br />
Kapiti. Significant and irreversible changes to the environment.<br />
Lack <strong>of</strong> detailed solutions in the Construction <strong>Environmental</strong> Management Plan.<br />
Particular objections relating to property and family<br />
Effect on the saleability <strong>of</strong> our property.<br />
Safety <strong>of</strong> expressway in terms <strong>of</strong> cycling and fencing.<br />
Noise from construction, operation and road surface.<br />
Windblown sand during construction.<br />
Visual impacts<br />
Destroyed/altered walkways.<br />
Altered psychology <strong>of</strong> community.<br />
Significant and irreversible changes to the environment.<br />
Oppose No No reasons given, but a number <strong>of</strong> conditions/changes sought if proposal approved. If application<br />
approved,<br />
conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Urban arterial north-south link road.<br />
Alternative Eastern Expressway route<br />
following inland motorway and rail<br />
corridor.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
A complaints process be established so<br />
that affected residents have input as a<br />
member <strong>of</strong> a stakeholder group.<br />
NZTA be instructed to include<br />
meaningful penalties for breaches <strong>of</strong><br />
various limits in contracts.<br />
That the address for complaints should<br />
be clearly notified.<br />
That the complainants receive written<br />
or email acknowledgement within 24<br />
hours and the matter be resolved<br />
within 7 working days.<br />
That a simple table <strong>of</strong> effects which are<br />
beyond acceptable boundaries be<br />
published.<br />
That a formula is established for<br />
consistent decision making on the<br />
provision <strong>of</strong> mechanical solutions when<br />
a person has to shut their windows due<br />
to dust problems.<br />
That monitoring <strong>of</strong> noise levels<br />
continues for a period <strong>of</strong> three years<br />
after construction. Mitigation such as<br />
double glazing be provided where the
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
418 Ms Beverley<br />
Jean Yaldwyn<br />
419 Mr David<br />
Ruddlesden<br />
420 Mr Grant<br />
Pearson<br />
421 Ms Kathryn<br />
Watson<br />
422 Mr Colin and<br />
Mrs Isolde<br />
Annette Baxter<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose No Will split the Waikanae community like what has happened in Paraparaumu.<br />
Separation <strong>of</strong> waahi tapu sites.<br />
Significant environmental changes.<br />
Oppose Yes Submitter believes that Expressway has overstated economic benefits and flawed costings. History <strong>of</strong> roading projects on Kapiti Coast show<br />
considerable cost over-runs e.g. MacKays overbridge & Lindale underpass. Projected cost <strong>of</strong> expressway increased $250million in two years.<br />
NZTA’s cost benefit ratio is 1.2, although the SAHA report states 0.6. Cost blowouts would mean that the marginally viable project could become a<br />
liability.<br />
The looming global financial crisis. The outlook in Europe, UK, USA, China and Japan is not good and a crisis in those countries could adversely<br />
affect NZ’s economy. Taxpayers <strong>of</strong> NZ could be locked into generational debt.<br />
On financial grounds alone the proposal should not proceed. There are other fiscally prudent alternatives such as the WLR and upgrading the<br />
existing SH1.<br />
Support No Submitter is frustrated by the road structure between Pukerua Bay and Levin and welcomes a new motorway to allow better movement <strong>of</strong> SH1<br />
traffic and allow the community at the same time to have better use <strong>of</strong> local infrastructure.<br />
Oppose No Submitter understands the desire to improve roads in this region, but the current plan is an enormous cost with very little benefit.<br />
Traffic problems only occur at peak times, and the construction <strong>of</strong> Expressway, at enormous cost, will only solve one small aspect <strong>of</strong> the problem.<br />
Submitter questions what will happen when all the traffic bottle-necks are at Peka Peka.<br />
Significant detrimental impacts on the environment and the community.<br />
Doesn’t believe the true cost <strong>of</strong> construction & believes that they will be much higher due to the peat and sand.<br />
Doesn't understand why the previous proposal was disregarded in favour <strong>of</strong> this costly approach.<br />
Proposal will carve a community in two and have a devastating effect on the environment <strong>of</strong> the region.<br />
Questions whether NZTA has considered building an elevated expressway over the current SH1.<br />
Oppose No Submitter's home is to be bought by NZTA & their lifestyle has taken been away, adversely affecting family life.<br />
Economic:<br />
The benefit/cost data is faulty and inaccurate & BCR is low. Use <strong>of</strong> asset sale money to finance the Expressway, as suggested by the Prime<br />
Minister, further destroys its financial credibility.<br />
Local businesses will not benefit as opportunities to stop will no longer be available. Local traffic makes up over half the road usage and could be<br />
dealt with more effectively and cheaply than by an Expressway.<br />
Geographical:<br />
Road usage figures over the last five years indicate declining road use in Kapiti, not the projected growth also used to justify the road.<br />
Submitter feels consultation on the proposed route was dishonest.<br />
Building on sand and peat carries great risks and will be excessively expensive, and destroying peat bogs releases large quantities <strong>of</strong> stored CO2<br />
and is avoided in best practice. The project has questionable hydrology.<br />
Rising sea level risks and climate change effects have not been properly accounted for. The route will be subject to liquefaction in the event <strong>of</strong><br />
seismic activity.<br />
Social:<br />
The project goes against NZTA’s own policies on the avoidance <strong>of</strong> splitting communities. It destroys 80+ houses and leaves 1<strong>400</strong> within 200m <strong>of</strong><br />
the road whose owners will involuntarily pay the cost <strong>of</strong> splitting communities in loss <strong>of</strong> values <strong>of</strong> their properties.<br />
Noise and light levels will be a constant and continuing disturbance to peaceful neighbourhoods<br />
Construction will add a further health-destroying layer <strong>of</strong> noise, vibration and dust to the heart <strong>of</strong> a community.<br />
Will deliver a highly visible, noisy concrete barrier that limits recreational, commercial and tourist-related activity and extend local travel times.<br />
Local, residential roads will become high traffic areas endangering children travelling to and from school.<br />
<strong>Environmental</strong>:<br />
No decision sought<br />
given, but<br />
conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
50 decibel noise limit continues to be<br />
breached.<br />
That temporary signal controls be<br />
placed by the Matai Road/Raumati<br />
Road intersection. This intersection<br />
will experience heavy traffic at peak<br />
times while the Poplar Avenue<br />
underpass is being constructed.<br />
Limits <strong>of</strong> construction work to 6 days<br />
per week, work to cease by 7pm on<br />
week days, and work to cease by<br />
12noon on the Friday’s preceding<br />
public holidays.<br />
Upgrade the current SH1.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. The<br />
already planned<br />
local link road is<br />
built instead.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
423 Mr Anthony<br />
Britton<br />
424 Mrs Karen<br />
Gwen and Mr<br />
Shaun Bernard<br />
Gray<br />
425 Mrs Jane<br />
McNamara<br />
426 Mr Roger<br />
Anthony and<br />
Mrs Pamela<br />
Anne Childs<br />
427 Mrs Michelle<br />
Lewis<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose Yes<br />
Degradation <strong>of</strong> significant Maori sites and disruption <strong>of</strong> dune buried bodies, destruction <strong>of</strong> wildlife habitats and corridors, with added dangers for<br />
wildlife and destruction <strong>of</strong> the ambience <strong>of</strong> Kapiti.<br />
Lack <strong>of</strong> detailed solutions in the CEMP.<br />
Submitter believes it will create an ugly divide between unique landscapes and communities, creating 'ghettos' north to south and east to west,<br />
divided by an ugly motorway and huge on/<strong>of</strong>f ramps.<br />
The cycle track from Raumati Beach which passes the Library and leads to Rimu Road is to encourage active forms <strong>of</strong> transport.<br />
Submitter believes the glossy picture NZTA has put out showing the Expressway spanning streams/wetlands with a track underneath is not<br />
showing reality. Stinky air, globules <strong>of</strong> rain and oil dripping down from the sides/gaps in the road will be reality for wetlands.<br />
Increased traffic noise. Heavy traffic will be bought closer to homes.<br />
Air pollution and related health problems like asthma, and breathing difficulties.<br />
Submitter believes original 'consultation' process was flawed. The community has a perfectly adequate plan to build a WLR, and improvements to<br />
current SH1, but the option was never on the table for people to choose.<br />
The motorway can only be cost-justified for big truck usage between regions. No overarching national benefit or any specific local benefit. There<br />
are cheaper options and money saved can go elsewhere.<br />
The design includes a track running alongside a heavy traffic motorway which does not encourage everyday cycling as it won’t be enjoyable,<br />
healthy commuting. A low cost practical solution is required, such as a separate cycle and walking track running from Raumati South to Paekakariki<br />
surrounded by roads with low speed limits.<br />
Oppose No Division <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti community with an Expressway in the middle <strong>of</strong> settlements, villages, schools, parks and recreational areas.<br />
Stress and unpleasantness for locals to move around the community.<br />
No roading connectivity for the local communities <strong>of</strong> Peka Peka Beach, Waikanae Beach, Otaihanga and Paraparaumu Beach (as would have<br />
occurred with the WLR).<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> character and peaceful lifestyle on the Kapiti Coast.<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> natural environment, causing loss <strong>of</strong> habitat for wildlife especially the high value wilderness areas around Waikanae River.<br />
Pollution <strong>of</strong> the Waikanae River and other waterways, both during construction and after completion.<br />
Extreme waste <strong>of</strong> tax payer money by NZTA as it includes large amounts <strong>of</strong> peat and sand, which are more expensive to build on.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> more than 80 homes. A further 1<strong>400</strong> homes will be greatly devalued due to their close proximity to the expressway (within 200 metres).<br />
Earthquake/tsunami risks associated with an elevated road.<br />
Noise pollution during operation and construction<br />
Air pollution from traffic exhaust.<br />
Visual pollution<br />
Recreational time at the Waikanae Beach and Waikanae River, and yoga at the Waikanae Beach Community Hall will require negotiating, looking<br />
at, listening to and breathing in the various pollutions produced.<br />
The character <strong>of</strong> Waikanae will be completely changed.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
If the application is<br />
approved,<br />
condition/changes<br />
sought.<br />
Use existing SH1<br />
route for the new<br />
expressway, so as to<br />
not create an<br />
enormous impact on<br />
the local<br />
communities.<br />
Leave the Sandhills<br />
route for use as a<br />
local road (WLR) to<br />
provide connectivity<br />
for local<br />
communities rather<br />
than dividing them.<br />
Local traffic will be<br />
taken <strong>of</strong>f SH1,<br />
freeing up through<br />
traffic.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No re-zoning <strong>of</strong> land around the<br />
interchanges, to prevent<br />
commercialisation.<br />
Support No Submitter in favour <strong>of</strong> the construction <strong>of</strong> the Expressway. Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Support No Expressway will balance the interests <strong>of</strong> Kapiti communities with those <strong>of</strong> people who want to travel in and out <strong>of</strong> the wider Wellington region.<br />
Main reason for the congestion and frequent accidents on Kapiti Coast roads is the tangling <strong>of</strong> local (town) traffic with through traffic. Most<br />
motorists and truck drivers travelling from the north and south want to bypass the Kapiti area but currently have to meander through lengthy<br />
limited speed zones and three sets <strong>of</strong> traffic lights. The Expressway proposal is designed to separate town and through traffic for the benefit <strong>of</strong><br />
both. The resulting roading pattern should be safer and more efficient for both town and through traffic<br />
Expressway will:<br />
allow SH1 travellers and heavy vehicles to move quickly through the Kapiti district<br />
result in less congestion and accidents on local roads<br />
see a much needed second bridge built over the Waikanae River<br />
save Kapiti residents time when driving north and south out <strong>of</strong> the district<br />
promote the development <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti area with more efficient transport.<br />
Oppose Yes Traffic modelling approach is at odds with statutory requirements <strong>of</strong> the existing environment which assessments are required under the RMA.<br />
Significant and irreversible social impacts which have failed to be adequately addressed by NZTA.<br />
The 2 lane local road option provides better social outcomes than the expressway & there has been inadequate assessment against the 2 lane<br />
local road option. It provides a world class best practice option which would have received wide recognition for its long term consideration <strong>of</strong><br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
The applicant to<br />
include the 2 lane<br />
WLR in the base<br />
case <strong>of</strong> the traffic<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
effects on the environment through the robust assessment process.<br />
Value <strong>of</strong> the low noise and environment in Waikanae is the reason many people move to the area with social and personal benefits. The high<br />
proportion <strong>of</strong> overseas pr<strong>of</strong>essionals in the Kapiti Coast area is a testament to that.<br />
Journey between submitter’s property and the beach will become unsafe during and following the construction phase.<br />
Expressway will require young children who choose independent travel options to travel through intersections that are out <strong>of</strong> proportion with the<br />
knowledge and capabilities <strong>of</strong> young children, and will make children more reliant on adults to transport them around in cars impacting on their<br />
long term health.<br />
Overall consequences <strong>of</strong> this project can be seen in many western world countries. International countries who built such projects in the<br />
1960's/1970's started to knock them down in the 2000's because <strong>of</strong> stifled growth <strong>of</strong> cities and poor social outcomes. Submitter has lived in a<br />
village <strong>of</strong> a similar size to Waikanae overseas that had the same project treatment in done to it. As such, submitter has living evidence and<br />
knowledge <strong>of</strong> the impacts <strong>of</strong> these projects by seeing and witnessing walking through such interchanges as a single woman during the day and<br />
night.<br />
NZTA has failed to address the community’s project objectives as presented to the Board by the council. Project prevents the long term plan<br />
outcomes and undermines the work the local community has done in developing integrated land use and transport model and outcomes for the<br />
district with the 2 lane local arterial route option.<br />
Consideration <strong>of</strong> other options since project costs have increased has not resulted in any revaluation /assessment or review <strong>of</strong> the multi-criteria<br />
analysis. NZ cannot afford this project, but also cannot afford the costs <strong>of</strong> rectifying the consequences <strong>of</strong> this project.<br />
428 Mr Robert Brass Oppose No Submitter lives in the USA, but friend lives in Kapiti.<br />
A freeway through the middle <strong>of</strong> a town is the wrong answer. Many towns in the USA have done this and end up with low quality areas along the<br />
freeway.<br />
Expressway will change the whole feel and social structure <strong>of</strong> a town over a period <strong>of</strong> years.<br />
Noise, pollution and other impacts on the environment.<br />
Better ways to deal with traffic, as congestion on the main highway is due mostly to use by local traffic, therefore provide local traffic with an<br />
alternative route.<br />
Particular concerns are:<br />
Alternatives have not been properly evaluated.<br />
Degradation <strong>of</strong> areas near the road.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> people’s homes.<br />
Noise.<br />
Visual impacts<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> wildlife habitat & sustainability.<br />
Local traffic congestion around junctions.<br />
Splitting <strong>of</strong> the community.<br />
Health effects<br />
429 Mr Bill and Jane<br />
Inge<br />
Oppose No The benefit/cost data is faulty and inaccurate & benefit/cost ratio for the road is low.<br />
Road usage figures over the last five years indicate declining road use in Kapiti, not the projected growth also used to justify the road. Local traffic<br />
makes up over half the road usage and could be dealt with more effectively and cheaply than by an Expressway.<br />
Building on sand and peat carries great risks and will be excessively expensive. The route will be subject to liquefaction in the event <strong>of</strong> seismic<br />
activity.<br />
The project goes against NZTA’s own policies on the avoidance <strong>of</strong> splitting communities. It destroys 80+ houses and leaves 1<strong>400</strong> within 200m <strong>of</strong><br />
the road whose owners will involuntarily pay the cost <strong>of</strong> splitting communities in loss <strong>of</strong> values <strong>of</strong> their properties.<br />
Noise and light levels will be a constant and continuing disturbance to peaceful neighbourhoods<br />
Construction will add a further health-destroying layer <strong>of</strong> noise, vibration and dust to the heart <strong>of</strong> a community.<br />
Will deliver a highly visible, noisy concrete barrier that limits recreational, commercial and tourist-related activity and extend local travel times.<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> wildlife habitats and corridors, and added dangers for wildlife.<br />
model together with<br />
the permitted<br />
developments <strong>of</strong> the<br />
two Waikanae north<br />
developments. The<br />
proposal to then be<br />
assessed against the<br />
2 lane WLR base<br />
case. Make no<br />
decision on the<br />
project until this<br />
modelling is<br />
undertaken.<br />
The AEE and all<br />
relevant<br />
assessments that<br />
use traffic modelling<br />
to determine the<br />
effects, e.g. noise<br />
etc. to be<br />
reassessed.<br />
The Board to reject<br />
the proposal in its<br />
entirety within the<br />
statutory time<br />
period if the above<br />
work is not<br />
undertaken.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
430 Dr Joanna<br />
Humphries<br />
431 Mr Ian Michael<br />
Bagshaw<br />
432 Mrs Elizabeth<br />
and Mr Brent<br />
Waterhouse<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose No<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> the ambience <strong>of</strong> Kapiti.<br />
Lack <strong>of</strong> detailed solutions in the CEMP.<br />
Particular objections to submitters' property:<br />
Increased noise from the traffic and vibration felt in the house. Peat /sand subsoil transfers vibration that can be felt through the concrete house<br />
slab. Often the house slab vibrates with the passing heavy freight train. High speed traffic on the Expressway will create more regular vibration<br />
when heavy trucks pass.<br />
With the proposed road alignment and lack <strong>of</strong> well-engineered sound mitigation structures, there will be constant intrusive traffic noise heard<br />
both inside and outside the house.<br />
The final road surface will have an impact on noise generated.<br />
Sound mitigation proposed near our property is for rural properties rather than urban. The properties in Greendale/Camelot are rated urban;<br />
therefore should have a higher level <strong>of</strong> sound mitigation.<br />
Secondary concerns are:<br />
Until construction has been completed the ability to sell our property is in doubt and the value significantly reduced.<br />
The value <strong>of</strong> submitter's property will be permanently reduced when the road is complete.<br />
The issue <strong>of</strong> wind-blown sand during construction, and its effects on our property has been insufficiently dealt with.<br />
The building <strong>of</strong> the state highway will divide the community and not cater for local traffic.<br />
Prefer that the route is used to build a local road which will divert highway traffic, as originally planned.<br />
Neutral Yes Concerns about noise levels due to the type <strong>of</strong> road surface to be used.<br />
Discussions have occurred with NZTA regarding noise from the existing SH1 and use <strong>of</strong> low noise road surface material for the next road-surfacing<br />
activities in Peka Peka.<br />
NZTA representative agreed that the noise level was annoying, but that normal conversation could be carried out. Living in a rural area did not<br />
warrant the same level <strong>of</strong> noise reduction as that in an urban area, and the cost <strong>of</strong> the low noise road surface material was far greater than the<br />
existing 'rough' surface.<br />
Have made a submission to the NZTA Expressway Alliance with concerns and received communication in June 2011 stating “it is not proposed to<br />
use low noise road surface material such as OGPA in the vicinity <strong>of</strong> Peka Peka Road. OGPA is generally used in urban areas where many receivers<br />
are affected by road traffic noise and where the most benefit is achieved with such surface".<br />
Overseas research has discovered that the rough road surface used in NZ is less safe than the low-noise option which is smoother.<br />
Various European countries lower the speed limit when the major roads pass through urban areas, which also have the effect <strong>of</strong> reducing the<br />
noise level.<br />
Smoother low-noise road surface option is already used at major junctions, i.e. Peka Peka Road to SH1, as it gives greater traction in an area where<br />
braking is required.<br />
The non-use <strong>of</strong> low noise road surface material unacceptable.<br />
Oppose Yes Splitting <strong>of</strong> the community. Access and linkage was better with the alternative WLR.<br />
Traffic noise pollution. Road noise and light levels will spoil the quiet and peaceful community.<br />
Total destruction <strong>of</strong> a peaceful lifestyle with rural views.<br />
Light pollution & air pollution from nearby traffic, especially heavy trucks.<br />
Construction noise, dirt and vibration for at least 5 years, with the main construction site on Otaihanga Road i.e. extra heavy traffic and night work<br />
close by.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> property value, with property devaluation if selling property in the next five years.<br />
Recreational activities (walking and cycling) would no longer be possible as have to walk alongside an expressway for over half <strong>of</strong> the walk.<br />
The lower paddocks, where horses graze, could be subject to flooding from the elevated expressway.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
Decline in full. More<br />
appropriate to go<br />
back to the original<br />
WLR designation<br />
and make<br />
improvements to<br />
SH1. However, if<br />
the application is<br />
approved as NZTA<br />
proposes, the<br />
submitter feels that<br />
much more<br />
consideration needs<br />
to be put in to<br />
lessening the noise<br />
levels and disruption<br />
<strong>of</strong> lifestyle for rural<br />
areas such as ours,<br />
both during<br />
construction and<br />
after the expressway<br />
is completed.<br />
The Sandhills route to be designated as<br />
a local road and the existing SH1 be<br />
upgraded.<br />
That the Expressway is treated in its<br />
entirety under the urban requirements<br />
for road surfacing for reducing noise.<br />
Use <strong>of</strong> proven low-noise road surface<br />
material for the full length <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Expressway.<br />
That the Expressway speed limit be no<br />
more than 80kph for its full length.<br />
That no heavy trucks use exhaust<br />
braking.<br />
That speed cameras be installed to<br />
ensure the 80kph is adhered to.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
433 South Pacific Oppose Yes Submitter wants to ensure the continuation <strong>of</strong> their business (South Pacific Roses) as it relies heavily on passing traffic from Wellington to<br />
Roses 2011 Ltd<br />
Auckland, New Plymouth etc. Submitter is concerned about the loss <strong>of</strong> business with the diversion <strong>of</strong> SH1 past their property.<br />
434 Mrs Caroline Oppose No Loss <strong>of</strong> homes, decrease in house and land values.<br />
Joan Beaufort<br />
Sustainability & the loss <strong>of</strong> nationally-threatened bird and fish life classified as declining in NZ.<br />
Future ease <strong>of</strong> movement around the district.<br />
The disruption <strong>of</strong> Maori sites <strong>of</strong> cultural significance.<br />
The impact on a healthy environment disturbed by excess traffic noise, and light visual pollution.<br />
The excessive cost when there are less costly alternative viable options.<br />
The impact <strong>of</strong> emissions on health and global warming.<br />
The severance <strong>of</strong> our communities.<br />
435 Mr Laurence Support No [1] Desperate need for an urgent start to the Expressway, as combined with Transmission Gully, it will bring our 1940's road up to current day<br />
Petherick<br />
safety and efficiency standards. Submitter is concerned with the vociferous minority who make up the major <strong>of</strong> submitters as objectors, & hopes<br />
to neutralise some <strong>of</strong> these objectors given submitters’ history <strong>of</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essional engineering involvement around NZ. Particularly supportive <strong>of</strong> a<br />
safe cycleway as part <strong>of</strong> the expressway. Concerns <strong>of</strong> residents in close proximity will be improved by noise bunds, plantings, and be compensated<br />
for with all properties currently adjacent to SH1 enjoying lesser traffic volumes.<br />
[2] The site will become much improved and safer as a result.<br />
[3] All work will dramatically improve the erosion prone land and vegetation in the area is <strong>of</strong> little environmental or aesthetic benefit.<br />
[4] The resulting roading will be a dramatic improvement on the current poorly founded SH1, particularly from Paraparaumu to Paekakariki.<br />
[5] As a by-product <strong>of</strong> any such major roadworks, run<strong>of</strong>f can be satisfactorily managed, and as most <strong>of</strong> the new route is through sand and peat<br />
country, such run<strong>of</strong>f can be easily controlled.<br />
436 Mr Rein Purre Oppose No Oppose the change <strong>of</strong> SH route from current to between MacKays to Peka Peka.<br />
Deleterious effects on residential areas, especially noise, light and air pollution.<br />
437 Mr Andrew and Oppose in No Broken Social Contract and Bad District Planning<br />
Mrs Lynnette part and<br />
Last-minute change to the expressway originally crossing the corner <strong>of</strong> QE Park, then Poplar Avenue by Te Ra School and then following the long<br />
Pritchard Neutral in<br />
designated ‘Sandhills motorway’ route is unjust and unjustified.<br />
part<br />
Designated sandhills route has been notified for some 50 years and many have purchased & built in good faith having done due diligence checks<br />
into property.<br />
Existence <strong>of</strong> the designated road corridor with gorse, long peat fires and a dumping ground for concrete and roadfill over the 30 years shows that<br />
it has been valued neither by the Department <strong>of</strong> Conservation nor by local residents.<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> Local Community and Housing<br />
A substantial number <strong>of</strong> families face forced sale and relocation. Others face living beside an expressway with negative environmental and health<br />
impacts when there is a designated alternative that does not have these impacts.<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> Developed Plantings <strong>of</strong> Native and Exotic Trees, Shrubs and Flowers<br />
A significant area <strong>of</strong> established plantings <strong>of</strong> great biodiversity will be destroyed. Food and shelter is provided to a diverse range <strong>of</strong> native birds.<br />
The Sandhills route has considerably less ecological value and diversity.<br />
Desecration <strong>of</strong> Unique Spiritual and Social Values <strong>of</strong> Shalom Christian Community<br />
Shalom Christian Community was established some 30 years ago with the site chosen for its peace/quietness while being an integral part <strong>of</strong> the<br />
wider community.<br />
Concerns with loss <strong>of</strong> land, including the long tree-lined entranceway to the Community.<br />
Irreversible damages to the unique Community due to close proximity <strong>of</strong> the four-lane expressway, local access road, footpaths and cycle way.<br />
Pollution, noise, light, and air pollution during the construction phase and post construction will potentially destroy the essential ‘shalom’, the<br />
peace, wholeness & well-being, <strong>of</strong> this Community and the six families who live here.<br />
[1] The route at Raumati South<br />
[3] No clearing properties adjacent to SH1 north <strong>of</strong> Leinster Ave<br />
[4] No soil disturbance properties adjacent to SH1 north <strong>of</strong> Leinster Ave<br />
[5] No discharge affecting properties adjacent to SH1 north <strong>of</strong> Leinster Ave<br />
An article about Shalom Christian Community is attached to original submission.<br />
438 Mrs Hazel Purre Oppose No Oppose the proposed Expressway through established residential areas.<br />
439 Miss Serena<br />
Hastie<br />
Oppose No Proposed Expressway will pose a significant threat to the wildlife and delicate wetland ecosystem which would outweigh the benefit <strong>of</strong><br />
construction.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
An upgrade <strong>of</strong> the<br />
existing SH1 for an<br />
expressway.<br />
Develop an<br />
environmentally<br />
friendly local road<br />
on the proposed<br />
Sandhills route.<br />
Approve in full,<br />
subject to good<br />
standards <strong>of</strong><br />
environmental<br />
controls on<br />
construction work.<br />
Adequate signage posted at <strong>of</strong>f ramps<br />
to advise customers <strong>of</strong> our location.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full &<br />
replaced with<br />
original route<br />
crossing Poplar<br />
Avenue and<br />
following original<br />
'sand hills'<br />
designated route.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Revert to original<br />
proposal for the<br />
WLR with<br />
consultation. Focus<br />
on not destroying<br />
any <strong>of</strong> the wetland<br />
ecosystems.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
440 Mr Henning<br />
Blem<br />
441 Public Transport<br />
Voice<br />
442 Mrs Shirley<br />
Goggin<br />
443 R W Thomson<br />
Ltd<br />
444 Mr David<br />
Goggin<br />
445 RW Thomson<br />
Ltd<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose No Submitter lives in Denmark & is concerned that green environmentally labelled countries like NZ believe that expressways through residential<br />
neighbourhoods are acceptable or justified. NZ has a green reputation in the northern hemisphere and concerned with environmental issues.<br />
Roads through residential housing will damage the reputation and affect tourism.<br />
Noise, lighting, pollution and social conditions cannot be adequately mitigated against to make a road acceptable.<br />
People suffer with increased sleep disorders, health problems and become depressed.<br />
Increased carbon monoxide poisoning <strong>of</strong> our air.<br />
Need to address better sustainable, economical and environmentally friendly solutions for transport. Railway freight, more public transport and<br />
encouragement <strong>of</strong> foot/cycle transport for local routes is a better long term solution.<br />
Particular concerns are:<br />
Alternatives have not been properly evaluated.<br />
Degradation <strong>of</strong> areas near the road.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> people’s homes & splitting <strong>of</strong> the community.<br />
Noise, visual & health impacts.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> wildlife habitat & sustainability issues.<br />
Local traffic congestion around junctions.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Oppose Yes National and regional transport documents recognise modal shift from car to public transport, and from car or public transport to active modes<br />
(walking, cycling, etc) is important for economic, environmental and public health reasons.<br />
Increased use <strong>of</strong> public transport makes the provision <strong>of</strong> public transport more affordable and improves accessibility for individuals.<br />
The proposed expressway will induce traffic, and divert funds from projects which would improve the attractiveness <strong>of</strong> other modes.<br />
A more appropriate project has been designed to resolve the accepted problems for the car mode (i.e. Western Link 1 (stage 1).<br />
The proposal does not enable people and communities to provide for their social, economic, and cultural well-being or for their health and safety,<br />
but reduces the ability <strong>of</strong> people to meet those needs.<br />
Major environmental impacts.<br />
Will require the removal <strong>of</strong> a large number <strong>of</strong> houses & will cause community severance.<br />
Effects on the public passenger transport part <strong>of</strong> the transport network. Traffic induction will reduce patronage on the rail system and affect the<br />
ability <strong>of</strong> WRC to provide high frequency services in the <strong>of</strong>f-peak.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Support No Fully supports the Expressway being built. Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Oppose No Expressway will be adjacent to commercial property owned by the submitter.<br />
Submitter believes that the project is inconsistent with NZTA’s own policies on the avoidance <strong>of</strong> splitting communities.<br />
Negative impacts on the community by splitting it in two & will destroy 80+ homes, and leave 1<strong>400</strong> within 200m <strong>of</strong> it.<br />
Degradation to significant Maori sites and disruption to dune buried bodies & destruction <strong>of</strong> the ambience <strong>of</strong> Kapiti.<br />
The Expressway will be noisy, highly visible, and an unwelcome sight.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Support No Expressway should proceed. Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Oppose No Expressway will be adjacent to commercial property owned by the submitter.<br />
“At the Waikanae River, approximately 70% <strong>of</strong> the traffic is local” (NZTA Technical Report 12). Submitter believes that the project is inconsistent<br />
with NZTA’s own polices on the avoidance <strong>of</strong> splitting communities.<br />
NZTA figures show negligible traffic growth along the Kapiti section <strong>of</strong> SH1 between 2002 and 2011.<br />
Too expensive and not needed to improve traffic flow.<br />
Need WLR to remove local traffic from SH1.<br />
SH1 needs to have traffic lights removed and have under or overpasses.<br />
Decline in full. The<br />
WLR should go<br />
ahead instead.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
446 Mr David Bright Support No Support the building <strong>of</strong> the Expressway. Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
447 Ms Wendy<br />
McGregor<br />
Support No Strong belief that this roadway is long overdue and vital to our community’s future and that <strong>of</strong> the Wellington region. Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
448 Mrs Patricia<br />
Mallia<br />
Support No Total support for the Expressway to be constructed as soon as possible. Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
449 Ms Vlasta Oppose No Submitter has always wanted to visit NZ, and has friends in NZ who are distressed with the idea <strong>of</strong> a road going through their neighbourhood & Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Pilatova<br />
agrees it is not a good way to live.<br />
Upgrade SH1, and<br />
The best option is safer local roads to connect local traffic and alleviate the congestion on the SH1. This would still allow freight companies to use build the WLR as a<br />
the main highways, and the government can still receive its funding from freight companies in NZ and Australia A local road means a better quality local route <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong> life for the local people.<br />
The NZ government is destroying its future with polluting roads rather than more public transport and making freight companies use railways. The<br />
balance between big businesses and the economy is a second crossing over the Waikanae River and upgrades to the existing SH1.<br />
Is the government's job to meet the needs <strong>of</strong> its people without destroying them or their livelihoods?<br />
NZ must preserve its green r<br />
50km/hr instead.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Particular concerns with:<br />
Environment & long term sustainability issues;<br />
People's social impact and lifestyle;<br />
Health;<br />
Road connectivity;<br />
Noise and pollution increases;<br />
Economic welfare <strong>of</strong> the people and the community and the whole <strong>of</strong> NZ;<br />
Long term growth that is viable, useable, and acceptable for all without damaging the future, lifestyles or the environment.<br />
450 Mr Frank Mallia Support No Support for the construction <strong>of</strong> the Expressway.<br />
451 Mr Douglas<br />
Stewart and Mrs<br />
Rona Janette<br />
Ritchie<br />
452 Mr Michael and<br />
Mrs Brenda<br />
Malone<br />
453 Mrs Ann<br />
O'Rorke<br />
454 Mr John<br />
Leighton<br />
455 Mr Hallard<br />
O'Rorke<br />
456 Mrs Amanda<br />
Raymond<br />
Support No Submitter wishes to confirm full support for the proposal with its many advantages for New Zealand, and because they are concerned about the<br />
vocal opposition and publicity being received. Submitter believes the majority support it but many do not make this support known.<br />
Oppose No Submitter has lived in Raumati for more than forty years, and is concerned the expressway would destroy the environment with its urban/rural<br />
atmosphere and beaches forever. Expressway would also create a divide between the small communities that make up the Kapiti Coast and<br />
destroy the social fabric <strong>of</strong> the community.<br />
The cost/benefit ratio shows that the expressway is not financially viable, whilst the Sandhills route is consented, more attractive and financially<br />
viable.<br />
Expressway would cause too much damage to existing social/business organisations, in particular the Southwards Car Museum. Southwards and<br />
others could be forced to close due to poor access.<br />
Neutral No Southwards Museum is a world class facility and a drawcard for tourists. It ranks with facilities such as Beaulieu in the United Kingdom. NZ seeks<br />
to improve the volume <strong>of</strong> tourists and Southwards contributes to the numbers. If forced to close many <strong>of</strong> the rare and special vehicles will be lost<br />
to NZ. Reconsider access to this facility.<br />
[1]The proposal does not include an identified exit to the Southwards Museum.<br />
Oppose Yes NZTA is focussed on upgrading SH1 along the Kapiti Coast in the quickest time and for the least cost which makes the western link designation<br />
their logical choice.<br />
The expressway will create a second corridor through Kapiti which will radically alter, divide and dominate these communities.<br />
This is not just about the people who are going to lose their homes; it is going to affect everyone who lives on the Coast.<br />
The expressway design is presented pictorially as perfectly manicured, lined with mature trees, just the occasional car and, usually, a cyclist. The<br />
reality will be quite different and the social and physical impact on the environment from the sheer size <strong>of</strong> the motorway and its intersections is<br />
not widely understood.<br />
One <strong>of</strong> the major impacts will be noise. There will be a 50% increase in freight movements between 2007 and 2017. Apart from using a ‘low noise<br />
surface material’, there is little that can be done to mitigate the noise effects.<br />
No-one has explained how allowing a faster transit time through Kapiti is going to benefit the region (economically). This argument is specious.<br />
An upgrade to SH1 through Kapiti is desirable but should not be allowed to create a separate corridor from the existing rail line as it will destroy<br />
the ‘character’ <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti Coast.<br />
Noise levels, visual impact and spatial severance without a single quantifiable benefit make the western link expressway environmentally<br />
unacceptable.<br />
[1] Oppose the use <strong>of</strong> the western link designation being used for State Highway 1.<br />
Neutral No Southwards Museum is a world class facility and a drawcard for tourists. It ranks with facilities such as Beaulieu in the UK. NZ seeks to improve<br />
the volume <strong>of</strong> tourists and Southwards contributes to the numbers. If forced to close many <strong>of</strong> the rare and special vehicles will be lost to NZ.<br />
Please reconsider access to this facility.<br />
[1]The proposal does not provide for a specific exit from the roadway to the Southwards Museum.<br />
Oppose Yes The proposal is contrary to Part 2 <strong>of</strong> the RMA in that it is not a sustainable use <strong>of</strong> resources and will cause a permanent and considerable change<br />
to the existing character <strong>of</strong> the area. Alternatives have not been considered in sufficient depth or detail. Specifically, consideration <strong>of</strong> alternatives<br />
has focused on identifying the most appropriate route and alignment for the project, rather than considering alternatives to an expressway, such<br />
as a local road on the WLR designation.<br />
457 Mrs Wendy Reid Oppose No Te Horo (section <strong>of</strong> SH1 from Peka Peka Rd to the Otaki River) will be substantially and adversely isolated by the expressway. Submitter owns and<br />
operates a large cafe on the highway which has in the vicinity <strong>of</strong> 20,000 vehicle movements passing it daily. NZTA modelling suggests this figure<br />
will reduce to <strong>400</strong>0 cars; the balance <strong>of</strong> traffic will be on the expressway.<br />
The design <strong>of</strong> the Peka Peka partial interchange means people travelling north on the expressway cannot access Te Horo unless they exit the<br />
expressway at Te Moana Road or overshoot Te Horo and double back at the Otaki River interchange. The reduction in passing traffic will reduce<br />
the visibility and "front <strong>of</strong> mind" recall for the submitter’s business with a likely loss <strong>of</strong> a substantial portion <strong>of</strong> either existing or potential trade.<br />
The business will effectively become a 'local' cafe serving Te Horo residents and those loyal customers who are prepared to navigate the roads to<br />
the cafe.<br />
Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full, due<br />
to its damage to the<br />
environment and<br />
the community, and<br />
as it is not financially<br />
viable.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
To ensure that Southwards Museum<br />
has a specified and direct access from<br />
the new roadway.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
Would like the design <strong>of</strong> the Peka Peka<br />
interchange to be a full interchange or<br />
for a north facing slip lane exit to be<br />
included to giving better access to that<br />
section <strong>of</strong> the current SH through Te<br />
Horo for north travelling vehicles.<br />
This should be supported by relevant<br />
signage letting travellers know what is
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
458 Mr Mark & Mrs<br />
Elaine Jones<br />
459 Ms Sylvia<br />
Madden<br />
460 Mrs Lenore<br />
Winterburn<br />
461 Mr David<br />
Groves<br />
462 Mr Collin<br />
Minnaar<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Support No Wants the road to be built as soon as possible. Approve in full.<br />
available through Te Horo. This will at<br />
least give some limited though reduced<br />
opportunity for traffic to continue to<br />
pass and stop at submitter’s cafe.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Oppose No The benefit/cost data used in justification is faulty and now inaccurate;<br />
The BCR is so low the road is a totally unviable proposition;<br />
Road usage figures over the last five years are declining;<br />
Use <strong>of</strong> asset sale money to finance the Expressway destroys it's financial credibility;<br />
Local traffic is over half the road usage and could be dealt with more effectively and cheaply.<br />
Building on sand and peat carries great risks and will be excessively expensive;<br />
Rising sea levels risks and climate change effects have not been properly accounted for;<br />
Subject to liquefaction in the event <strong>of</strong> seismic activity;<br />
Destroying peat bogs releases large quantities <strong>of</strong> stored CO2;<br />
The project denigrates NZTA's own sensible policies on the avoidance <strong>of</strong> splitting communities;<br />
It destroys 80+ houses and leaves 1<strong>400</strong> within 200m <strong>of</strong> the road;<br />
Noise and light levels will be a constant disturbance to peaceful neighbourhoods;<br />
Construction will add a further health-destroying layer <strong>of</strong> noise, vibration and dust to the heart <strong>of</strong> the community;<br />
It will deliver a highly visible, noisy concrete barrier, will limit commercial and tourist-related activity and extend local travel times.<br />
Degradation <strong>of</strong> significant Maori sites and disruption <strong>of</strong> dune buried bodies, destruction <strong>of</strong> wildlife habitats and corridors, and added dangers for<br />
wildlife, and destruction <strong>of</strong> the ambience <strong>of</strong> Kapiti.<br />
Submitter seeks a more economic, geographic, social and environmentally sound alternative.<br />
Support No A slip road on the north bound road at the Peka Peka turn <strong>of</strong>f should be included. This will benefit Te Horo businesses.<br />
The <strong>of</strong>f road at the Te Horo Gorge area will not benefit the businesses in this Te Horo area as human nature is not to retrace steps.<br />
Signage on all the exits indicating the businesses in Te Horo should be included, similar to Silverdale in Auckland.<br />
Many <strong>of</strong> the businesses have invested large quantities <strong>of</strong> money and it would be a shame if the road change significantly affected this.<br />
Oppose No The highway would be an irreparable disaster for a wonderful stretch <strong>of</strong> land.<br />
The focus <strong>of</strong> this submission is on noise pollution among all the other aspects <strong>of</strong> pollution. From personal observations in European countries the<br />
submitter notes that traffic noise is audible up to 8 kilometres away even when a motorway is sunk and walled. This motorway will be frequently<br />
raised.<br />
Proposed trees will not do much to mitigate the disastrous and stressful effects <strong>of</strong> the unremitting sound. Anyone living within 500 metres will<br />
suffer dire consequences from the constant noise (as well as from all the other aspects <strong>of</strong> pollution). No-one is going to experience the<br />
expressway as shown on the video in Paraparaumu Mall. The video should have been accompanied by a roar <strong>of</strong> sound.<br />
Overseas visitors are shocked when they learn <strong>of</strong> the siting <strong>of</strong> the expressway. It is unbelievable that some solution was not found to site a road as<br />
near as possible to the hills at the back, or devise some exciting, inventive engineering and architectural means to get round, under, over or<br />
through the bottle-necks on the existing road.<br />
In light <strong>of</strong> the catastrophic effects reconsider the project. Agree on a set <strong>of</strong> truly 21st-century, environmentally sensitive solutions to the<br />
problems <strong>of</strong> local and through passenger and freight traffic.<br />
Oppose No The Expressway will have a pr<strong>of</strong>oundly negative effect on the community. The extent <strong>of</strong> it's negative effects are not universally understood.<br />
The effect <strong>of</strong> air pollution and particularly noise and vibration on the human psyche should not be underestimated. Communities like Waikanae<br />
represent the essence <strong>of</strong> NZ, to even contemplate ploughing a massive 9 metre highway through the middle is sheer madness.<br />
Every home around the expressway will be affected by noise and vibration <strong>of</strong> the construction, the inconvenience, and the visual and disruptive<br />
effects.<br />
The Expressway will ruin the ambiance and other intangible values <strong>of</strong> the Coast, e.g. the dead quiet <strong>of</strong> the nights and the peaceful idyll <strong>of</strong><br />
summer’s days <strong>of</strong> Waikanae.<br />
It is impossible to imagine a highway through the wahi tapu, market gardens, past the golf course with roundabouts and traffic build up in Te<br />
Moana and Park Roads. All traffic from north Waikanae will have to travel down Park Road and/or Te Moana road to get to the motorway. It will<br />
change the character <strong>of</strong> the area.<br />
There does not appear to be a good case for these roads. The WLR, with sensible upgrades to the SH will deal with the traffic issues <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti<br />
Coast. It is a sensible option for local traffic, while upgrades to the existing State Highway are a better solution. The road is already there. The<br />
Decline in full.<br />
Requests that NZTA<br />
seek a more<br />
economic,<br />
geographic, social<br />
and environmentally<br />
sound alternative.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Slip road at Peka Peka turn <strong>of</strong>f and<br />
signage indicating Te Horo businesses.<br />
Reconsider the No conditions/changes sought.<br />
proposal in the light<br />
<strong>of</strong> the catastrophic<br />
effect on a precious<br />
area full <strong>of</strong> potential<br />
for the whole<br />
Wellington region;<br />
and to agree on a<br />
set <strong>of</strong> truly 21st -<br />
century,<br />
environmentally<br />
sensitive solutions<br />
to the problems <strong>of</strong><br />
local and through<br />
passenger and<br />
freight traffic in a<br />
changing world.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
economic case for a new road has never been made.<br />
The downsides <strong>of</strong> the expressway far outweigh the supposed upsides.<br />
463 Mr Marc Pettie Oppose No The Kapiti Coast is a long narrow strip <strong>of</strong> substantially occupied land bordered by the sea on one side and, nestling against the Eastern side the<br />
current transport corridor. The expressway due to its size and very limited entrances and exits, will divide the communities on this narrow strip <strong>of</strong><br />
land both physically and emotionally.<br />
There will be no real increase in amenity for Kapiti residents.<br />
The expressway has very limited entrance and exit points through Kapiti. Local travellers will have to negotiate around the expressway to use the<br />
current SH1 redesignated as a local road. This provides little extra convenience. Alternatively some local travel will occur on the expressway (say<br />
from Te Moana Rd to Kapiti Rd) which will create a higher level <strong>of</strong> congestion on what is supposed to be a through road (the expressway).<br />
New choke points may develop at Kapiti Road or even to a degree Te Moana Road. Te Moana Road will become a feeder road for much <strong>of</strong> the<br />
commercial traffic that services businesses at the Waikanae shops, e.g. delivery trucks will use Te Moana Road from the expressway to/from<br />
Waikanae shops.<br />
The existing SH1 should be the on-going designated state highway to preserve the integrity <strong>of</strong> the communities that lie west <strong>of</strong> it towards the sea.<br />
The WLR can be built within the designation and will better integrate the communities while also providing the important second road through<br />
Kapiti. The expressway can then follow what is currently the 'degraded' transport corridor through the district.<br />
464 Mrs Tara<br />
Lemana<br />
465 Mr Kane Joseph<br />
and Mrs Mary<br />
Ann Pomare<br />
Oppose No The expressway will be disastrous for our local community, will not solve traffic problems, will divide our community while destroying a vital<br />
ecosystem and impacting our environment hugely.<br />
Noise from both the construction and traffic will be substantial, and the visual impact on the community will be unrecoverable.<br />
All for no gain but business owners outside our community wanting to save 8 minutes <strong>of</strong> travel time on their trucks' long haul journeys.<br />
Traffic problems will continue due to 70% <strong>of</strong> traffic in the area being local traffic, not national. 10 years down the track will have worse traffic as<br />
traffic volumes continue to exceed the capabilities <strong>of</strong> our local roads to cope with them.<br />
Favour the WLR combined with a bridge at Waikanae and improvement <strong>of</strong> public transport services around Kapiti.<br />
[1] Full submission repeated.<br />
[2-30] Do not want this motorway and therefore do not agree to any activities relating to its construction, in particular those bearing risks to<br />
human health or our environment, being approved.<br />
Oppose Yes The expressway will destroy wetlands and kill endangered species, as well as destroying the clean/green environment and trees;<br />
It will also damage flora, fauna & fish; including endangered Long Fin Eel and Fern Birds, as well as destroying flight paths.<br />
There will be traffic hazards and busy environment from construction, including continual movement <strong>of</strong> equipment, trucks, earthworks and dust<br />
pollution, which are unacceptable.<br />
The expressway will encourage the use <strong>of</strong> fossil fuels during construction and operation, when we should be minimising the use <strong>of</strong> these fuels.<br />
Submitter’s property is in a high risk flood zone, and expressway will upset managed wetlands and high risk areas causing detrimental effects.<br />
Rising sea levels will also impact on this.<br />
The removal <strong>of</strong> tons <strong>of</strong> peat should be avoided at all costs, as it contributes to global warming, rising sea levels and flooding.<br />
NZ can't afford the debt and the economic arguments do not stack up, with the BCR measurement very low.<br />
Submitter’s house value has dropped significantly and the economic downturn is being felt regionally, with people not buying houses.<br />
With funding diverted to RONS, regional road maintenance and safety barriers on highways have stopped.<br />
Submitter concerned about our train services as money is being spent RONS and not on public transport. If this is reversed, and resulted in better<br />
comfort, reliability and frequency <strong>of</strong> public transport, its use would increase.<br />
Urupa sites have significant importance to the submitter who has connections to iwi in the area, and these must not be touched, moved or<br />
disturbed.<br />
The existing<br />
transport corridor<br />
(SH1 & railway)<br />
should be the<br />
ongoing designated<br />
state highway to<br />
preserve the<br />
integrity <strong>of</strong> the<br />
communities that lie<br />
west <strong>of</strong> it towards<br />
the sea. A local road<br />
(the WLR) can be<br />
built within the<br />
designation now<br />
taken for the<br />
expressway. This<br />
local road will better<br />
integrate the<br />
communities either<br />
side <strong>of</strong> it while also<br />
providing the<br />
important second<br />
road through Kapiti.<br />
The expressway can<br />
then follow what is<br />
currently the<br />
'degraded' transport<br />
corridor through the<br />
district.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
466 Mr Wilson<br />
Edward and Mrs<br />
Deborah Mary<br />
Lattey<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose Yes<br />
Noise, pollution and general landscape changes will impact on submitter’s family's health and wellbeing.<br />
The expressway will sever Waikanae from Waikanae Beach and this will disrupt everyday lives, whilst busy intersections, roundabouts and on and<br />
<strong>of</strong>f ramps will jeopardise the safety <strong>of</strong> cyclists. It will also create east west traffic flow problems<br />
Expressways bring strangers to the area with the disconnection already being felt in the community. This has resulted in some people moving<br />
away. The community was once happy and laid back, and is now down trodden and under maintained.<br />
The sight, sound and smell <strong>of</strong> the expressway will interrupt our recreational activities, and also serve as a barrier between home and recreational<br />
areas. The lighting <strong>of</strong> on and <strong>of</strong>f ramps elevated to at least 11 metres will be seen all over the area and cause sleep deprivation.<br />
Submitter lives in a high risk area for earthquakes and liquefaction, and sea level rise, so building highways close to the coast does not make sense.<br />
Changing terrain, such as wetlands, rivers, streams, trees and flattening sand dunes will destroy Kapiti forever.<br />
The local community was excited by Western Link Road and second bridge over Waikanae River which had a positive BCR and was environmentally<br />
sound. It was also cheaper and faster to construct, and could be using as an alternative to SH1 in an emergency.<br />
Minor and inexpensive improvement to SH1 at choke points would allow more traffic through.<br />
More funding to encourage cars <strong>of</strong>f roads and onto public transport would leave roads free freight and reduce our carbon footprint.<br />
There are more economical solutions with less impact on district such as the already consented Western Link Road combined with targeted<br />
improvements and realignments along SH1.<br />
The expressway cuts a 100m+ swathe through communities, without solving connectivity issues between these communities like the WLR does.<br />
Expressway could hinder emergency services due to lack <strong>of</strong> on-ramps/<strong>of</strong>f-ramps in each community. The WLR addresses this.<br />
Road users <strong>of</strong> district would find no improvement in their ability to get around the district and would continue to put pressure on local streets. The<br />
WLR addresses this.<br />
Expressway would diminish the opportunity for future east/west linkages including cycleways and walkways throughout the district.<br />
There has been talk <strong>of</strong> handing parts <strong>of</strong> existing SH1 over to KCDC as a "substitute local arterial road"; however this road is not being maintained<br />
properly by the NZTA with existing bridges nearing the end <strong>of</strong> their working lives. This is not fair to KCDC ratepayers.<br />
Areas where expressway is proposed are low-lying, high water table areas containing soils inadequate for roading construction. These areas are<br />
also rated high risk for earthquake damage and liquefaction, and are within the gazetted tsunami damage zone. There is also no evidence that<br />
potential sea level rises have been adequately addressed. Changing the alignment to the existing SH1/rail corridor would place away from sea level<br />
rise and on more stable soils.<br />
Groundwater testing was limited to a 12 month period and a 10 year period would be more appropriate as groundwater levels vary considerably<br />
from year to year.<br />
The chosen expressway alignment cannot balance bulk earthworks without importing vast amounts <strong>of</strong> fill from <strong>of</strong>f-site. This will result in the<br />
equivalent <strong>of</strong> 25,000 heavy vehicle movements along local roads. Relocating the alignment to follow the SH1/rail corridor would result in less<br />
imported fill and ground works.<br />
Residents have not grasped the visual impact <strong>of</strong> the project, particularly on their views to the west where the expressway rise up to 8.5m above<br />
ground level. The WLR addresses this by remaining at ground level.<br />
The WLR will affect fewer landowners. M2PP will impact 1<strong>400</strong> properties within 200m <strong>of</strong> its alignment and 800 properties would be impacted<br />
within the same distance <strong>of</strong> an alignment that followed the existing SH1/rail corridor.<br />
An agreement was reached with KCDC to purchase a portion <strong>of</strong> the submitters land when the Western Link Road was originally proposed, and this<br />
included compensation for loss <strong>of</strong> use rights. NZTA's current proposal is for a four lane expressway along very much the same alignment. As the<br />
sale and negotiations were based on a local road, the agreement allows us to revisit the matter <strong>of</strong> compensation for injurious affection.<br />
If the expressway proceeds, the impact <strong>of</strong> noise, air and waterway pollution would be significantly more than what was agreed to for the local<br />
road. The existing noise environment would not have changed significantly with the local road, however would be replaced by the sound <strong>of</strong><br />
booming trucks. NZTA plans propose a noise barrier for the El Rancho complex across the river, but no such barrier for the submitter’s property<br />
even though the dwelling is orientated towards the expressway.<br />
The visual impact <strong>of</strong> an expressway on top <strong>of</strong> 6 or 7 metre high embankments within 150m <strong>of</strong> submitter’s house without mitigation would have<br />
serious visual and audible effects on submitter.<br />
The expressway significantly affects access to the submitters property as that was planned to come <strong>of</strong>f the local road. It does not improve the<br />
travel convenience <strong>of</strong> submitter or their employees as they move around the district. The Western Link Road would address this issue.<br />
NZTA have not properly addressed flooding problems. Flood ponding and overflow areas from the Waikanae River and Maupoko Stream affect<br />
parts <strong>of</strong> submitter’s property on a regular basis, sometimes up to 2m in depth in areas. The expressway alignment goes directly through some <strong>of</strong><br />
these areas with large volumes <strong>of</strong> fill, which could divert the floodwaters into other areas or exacerbate the problem. The <strong>of</strong>fset flood storage<br />
areas suggested are inadequate as existing ground levels limit the depth <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>fset storage ponds and the ability to drain them after flooding.<br />
Submitter has experienced two flood events in quick succession and these <strong>of</strong>fset storage ponds would be useless when full. After big floods in the<br />
Muaupoko Stream, water in the existing natural overflow ponds (which would be filled for the expressway) has taken years to evaporate or soak<br />
away.<br />
Detailed analysis <strong>of</strong> the flood potential <strong>of</strong> the Muaupoko Stream does not appear to have been undertaken. A 1.05m culvert shown discharging<br />
into the stream at chainage 10300 is located immediately upstream <strong>of</strong> a twin culvert which annually overtops after heavy rain. As the new culvert<br />
brings run<strong>of</strong>f from outside catchments, this flooding problem would be worsened.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
467 Ms Andrea Breu Oppose No<br />
No linkage is proposed between the planned walkway/cycleway and the north bank <strong>of</strong> the river trail, which is heavily used like the south bank <strong>of</strong><br />
the river trail on a daily basis.<br />
Submitter chooses to live in Kapiti as family live here and it is quiet but close to Wellington and nature.<br />
Submitter is concerned about the following if the project goes ahead:<br />
Environment, sustainability and ecological impacts including the loss <strong>of</strong> nationally threatened fish and bird life.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> homes, decrease in house and land values.<br />
Future ease <strong>of</strong> movement around the district and community severance.<br />
Disruption <strong>of</strong> sites <strong>of</strong> cultural significance.<br />
Health impacts from excess traffic noise, light and visual pollution.<br />
Excessive cost when there are cheaper alternatives.<br />
Believes that 2 lanes would be enough..<br />
Oppose the expressway option as it does not meet submitters' needs, the needs <strong>of</strong> a growing vibrant community supporting young families, the<br />
needs <strong>of</strong> an increasing retirement population and the needs for an efficient, economically viable, safe and sustainable roading system.<br />
468 Department <strong>of</strong><br />
Conservation<br />
(DOC)<br />
Neutral No DOC generally supportive <strong>of</strong> approach taken by NZTA as it avoids areas <strong>of</strong> significant wetlands and indigenous vegetation. DOC concerned about<br />
management <strong>of</strong> post-construction effects resulting from interrupted groundwater flows. There is uncertainty regarding potential effects and<br />
careful attention needs to be given to the ongoing management <strong>of</strong> effects and mitigation techniques given the high ecological values <strong>of</strong> the<br />
receiving environment.<br />
Reasons for submission are:<br />
a. Potential effects on groundwater habitats and species in particular the potential effects on groundwater flows to wetland and surface water<br />
systems. DOC particularly concerned about 5 wetlands <strong>of</strong> high value: the Waikanae River Mouth and Waimanu Lagoons, Te Harakeke/Kawakahia<br />
Wetland, Kawakahi Swamp Forest, Nga Manu Nature Reserve and Ngarara Bush.<br />
b. Adequacy <strong>of</strong> proposed conditions and management plans for wetland and surface water monitoring and mitigation. These plans are <strong>of</strong><br />
insufficient duration to establish a baseline and to determine whether effects are attributable to the project.<br />
c. Consistency with relevant planning documents, statutory instruments and the RMA. Proposal may be contrary to Part 2 <strong>of</strong> RMA (sections 6a &<br />
6c) due to the scarcity <strong>of</strong> wetlands in the region. It may also be contrary to the New Zealand Coastal Policy Statement (Policies 3, 11 and 13) and<br />
the New Zealand Policy Statement for Freshwater Management 2011.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Should the Board<br />
approve the<br />
application,<br />
conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
a. A condition requiring the Consent<br />
Holder to appoint and fund a<br />
"Hydrology and Wetland Ecology<br />
Review Panel" comprising <strong>of</strong> at least<br />
three independent suitably qualified<br />
members. The review panel should be<br />
established prior to commencements<br />
<strong>of</strong> the works and continue post<br />
construction until such time as it is<br />
considered that effects on wetlands<br />
have been adequately, avoided,<br />
remedied or mitigated.<br />
The purpose <strong>of</strong> the review panel shall<br />
be to provide independent advice<br />
which;<br />
• reviews the adequacy <strong>of</strong> studies on<br />
existing ecological wetland values<br />
(baseline);<br />
• reviews the duration and adequacy<br />
<strong>of</strong> pre-construction monitoring;<br />
• advises on preferred methods and<br />
parameters for monitoring wetland<br />
health, including frequency <strong>of</strong><br />
recording and reporting;<br />
• advises on the preparation <strong>of</strong> the<br />
GWMP and EMP having considered the<br />
results <strong>of</strong> pre-construction monitoring<br />
including reviewing the adequacy <strong>of</strong><br />
groundwater action and alert trigger<br />
levels;<br />
• reviews post construction monitoring<br />
results on wetland and surface water<br />
quantities;<br />
• makes recommendations on<br />
additional monitoring, including<br />
duration and parameters/indicators if<br />
necessary;<br />
• reviews the success <strong>of</strong> mitigation<br />
measures and makes<br />
recommendations on additional<br />
mitigation measures;<br />
• makes recommendations on adaptive<br />
management actions and responses.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
469 Mr Peter Reedy Support No Support safer roads in NZ and the Kapiti Coast Chamber <strong>of</strong> Commerce submission.<br />
[1] As a motel owner on SH1 in Paraparaumu this change will affect business but support better and safer roads in NZ.<br />
470 Mrs Ruth Love Oppose Yes The benefit/cost ratio (0.6) is so low that it makes the building <strong>of</strong> it an unviable proposition in tough economic times. Road usage figures over the<br />
last 5 years indicate declining road use in Kapiti. Selling state-owned assets to finance an Expressway (as suggested by the Prime Minister) further<br />
destroys its financial credibility. Reduced traffic passing by Coastlands and SH1 retailers, therefore reduced economic benefit. Transport lobby<br />
should be paying a subsidy for the Expressway as their heavy vehicles are doing the most damage.<br />
Submitter believes consultation on the Sandhills route was insufficient.<br />
Talk <strong>of</strong> increased jobs is a short-term focus as once construction is completed those jobs created will be either lost or leave the area.<br />
The Christchurch earthquakes have demonstrated how the route will be subject to liquefaction. Doesn’t appear to have been properly considered.<br />
The route is on a coastal plain, comprising a complex dune system with inter-dunal wetlands and low-lying peaty land. Building on sand/peat<br />
carries risks and is expensive. Rising sea level risks and climate change effects have not been properly accounted for.<br />
Will further split the Raumati community physically and psychologically. Will destroy 80+ houses, and leave 1<strong>400</strong> within 200m <strong>of</strong> the road, whose<br />
owners face loss <strong>of</strong> property value.<br />
Noise and light levels will be a constant and continuing disturbance to currently peaceful neighbourhoods. Noise, vibration, dust and heavy<br />
machinery traffic will increase during the construction years.<br />
The Lancet medical journal published US research showing children living within 500m <strong>of</strong> a busy main road grew up with significantly reduced lung<br />
capacity and increased incidence <strong>of</strong> permanent lung damage.<br />
Greater difficulty for emergency services to attend call outs.<br />
Will merely push bottlenecks further south or north and not solve traffic problems.<br />
NZTA have abandoned the Otaki-Levin section <strong>of</strong> RONS which is ludicrous.<br />
Damage to the Wharemauku wetlands. Wharemauku Stream provides habitat for a number <strong>of</strong> threatened species.<br />
Degradation <strong>of</strong> significant Maori sites.<br />
Significant areas <strong>of</strong> vegetation and green open space would be replaced with tarseal and interchanges would significantly reduce visual amenity.<br />
An aesthetic blot on a relaxed and beautiful area <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti coast.<br />
Traffic detours during construction have not been widely notified. People will be forced to make detours out <strong>of</strong> their everyday journeys to result<br />
in increased emissions and greater potential for accidents.<br />
Health, wealth and social impacts to submitter. Suffers from mild asthma and will be exacerbated by increased dust, sand and other pollutants<br />
from construction. Also suffers from alopecia universal, thought to be triggered by stress and exacerbated by dust, sand and other pollutants.<br />
Construction will cause greater stress from broken sleep, reduced feeling <strong>of</strong> happiness and fulfilment in community.<br />
b. Conditions requiring preconstruction<br />
monitoring <strong>of</strong> wetland<br />
hydrology and surface water flows to<br />
be undertaken for a period <strong>of</strong> at least 2<br />
years prior to construction<br />
commencing or for the duration<br />
deemed appropriate by the Review<br />
Panel.<br />
c. Conditions requiring a study be<br />
completed by a suitably qualified<br />
wetland ecologist which records the<br />
existing ecological values and<br />
hydrological regime for each high<br />
value* wetland to use as a baseline.<br />
d. Conditions requiring that postconstruction<br />
monitoring to be<br />
undertaken for a period <strong>of</strong> at least five<br />
years for those wetlands <strong>of</strong> high value*<br />
and for surface water.<br />
e. Review conditions that enable a<br />
review <strong>of</strong> the post construction<br />
monitoring term for wetland hydrology<br />
should adverse effects become evident<br />
and are attributable to the project.<br />
f. Conditions requiring fish passage to<br />
be provided and maintained for<br />
freshwater ecosystems.<br />
Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
However, should the<br />
Board decide that<br />
this expressway is, in<br />
fact, the best option<br />
for the community,<br />
conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
(a) Noise buffers be provided the<br />
entire section <strong>of</strong> Sector 2 <strong>of</strong> the<br />
expressway, and any other sectors<br />
within 500m <strong>of</strong> newly constructed<br />
roading;<br />
(b) Should current acceptable noise<br />
levels be consistently exceeded during<br />
construction, mitigation options be<br />
provided to those affected (i.e. doubleglazing<br />
at no cost to home-owner);<br />
(c) Better traffic management.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
471 Mr Christopher<br />
Glover<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
472 Mr Ian G Jensen Support in<br />
part<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose Yes<br />
NZTA state an expectation to exceed daytime vibration standards. Would expect major disturbance while the bridge over Wharemauku Stream is<br />
constructed. Issues <strong>of</strong> vibration and effects on property insufficiently dealt with. Issues <strong>of</strong> noise during and post construction have been<br />
insufficiently dealt with. Will have noise issues with the road construction 200m from submitter’s door. Despite reversing alarms being turned <strong>of</strong>f,<br />
the increased traffic noise and light spill will be noticeable. NZTA state they expect noise for Sector 2 to exceed day and night criterion <strong>of</strong> 70dB<br />
and 45dB with only ‘possible’ mitigation plans. Post construction, there will be a lack <strong>of</strong> noise buffering along Sector 2 and not enough information<br />
on road surface noise.<br />
Decrease in the value <strong>of</strong> property.<br />
Currently use the Wharemauku Trail to the train station daily. The Expressway which will become a physical and psychological barrier as it will<br />
have a 4 lane bridge above it. Will become a target for tagging, loitering, excrement, and feeling <strong>of</strong> safety will be compromised.<br />
Greater risk <strong>of</strong> flooding from the displacement <strong>of</strong> the Wharemauku wetlands and increased concrete materials which will generate run-<strong>of</strong>f into<br />
Kiwi Road.<br />
NZTA’s own admission that the environmental impacts <strong>of</strong> the Sandhills route meant that it was the worst option for an expressway. The WLR is<br />
the best option and should be reinstated.<br />
Do support the road designation behind Kiwi Road/Milne Drive being moved further east which should lessen the destruction <strong>of</strong> the Wharemauku<br />
wetlands. Should the decision to reinstate the Western Link Road 50 km/h as the roading option be made, would prefer that new designation<br />
remain.<br />
An expressway will divide and destroy the Kapiti environment with noise and pollution. There is clearly a better alternative. To Upgrade SH1 to<br />
four lanes mainly on the present route parallel to the railway, and Plan B to link local roads including two local road bridges over the Waikanae<br />
River.<br />
Yes Full interchanges are needed at Raumati, Paraparaumu, Otaihanga, Waikanae and Peka Peka, as part interchanges fail to meet the public's needs.<br />
The Peka Peka interchange as proposed is severely deficient, as users in the Peka Peka to north Te Horo area cannot travel south using the<br />
expressway or exit when travelling north from Wellington. There will be extra pressure on urban roads around Waikanae Beach, Paetawa Road /<br />
Rutherford Drive and Peka Peka Road as a result. This will confuse Wellington people travelling in the area that may not be able to find an exit and<br />
will have to back track. Travel times for these visitors will increase.<br />
The proposal to not use a small degraded part <strong>of</strong> QE Park to reduce the severe environmental impact on private land and residents that live within<br />
the current proposal corridor is environmental vandalism in the submitters view.<br />
473 Dr Dennis Page Support Yes Submitter is a resident <strong>of</strong> the Greater Wellington region who has used the northern SH1 corridor frequently over the last 40 years. Congestion on<br />
this particular highway has become so bad that people avoid travelling on it, and attempting to travel via public transport is <strong>of</strong>ten impossible due<br />
to poor timetabling, multiple connections and as transport does not always go to all intended destinations.<br />
SH1 through this particular region is a vital piece <strong>of</strong> infrastructure for the entire country's economic wellbeing, catering for some 410,322 residents<br />
as well as vehicular traffic heading south to connect with interisland ferries. A failure to act quickly to upgrade the highway in this region would<br />
contribute to stagnation or decline in growth. Significant money has been spent on the Western Bay <strong>of</strong> Plenty and Tauranga City region's roading<br />
infrastructure over the last decade and much <strong>of</strong> vibrancy and prosperity <strong>of</strong> these areas can be attributed to the fact that infrastructure<br />
development has kept pace with population and economic growth. This is in contrast with the Greater Wellington region.<br />
Highway improvements through Kapiti must be done so that they properly integrate with planned SH1 improvements north and south <strong>of</strong> the<br />
region. Transmission Gully, which terminates south <strong>of</strong> the expressway, has recently been approved by the EPA and early NZTA planners saw the<br />
need for another road to cater for the traffic from this motorway. The existing designation strip, although reduced by previous local and central<br />
governments, remains the best choice for an appropriately sized, limited-access, route with grade-separated intersections to serve the region.<br />
Updating the existing highway would require substantially more intrusions with greater loss <strong>of</strong> property.<br />
The two lane Western Link Road is not an adequate solution or compromise answer to the expressway. It will contribute to bottlenecks and<br />
congestion at points where it enters and departs from the existing route and where two streams <strong>of</strong> traffic are forced to merge. There are already<br />
existing issues with rat running in the area. Two lane link roads also soon reach their expected carrying capacity, requiring subsequent grade<br />
separation or realignment <strong>of</strong> sharp curves to make them safer.<br />
Motorways are an outdated form <strong>of</strong> infrastructure and progressive European nations are no longer building them. Central European countries are<br />
still construction motorways to mitigate congestion and increase carrying capacity. These countries are also served by good public transport, and it<br />
should be no different in New Zealand's case.<br />
Kapiti communities will be severed in two if the motorway is built. The coastal communities are severed from the highway communities already<br />
due to the separate development <strong>of</strong> townships along the highway corridor and along the coastline at the same time. The expressway will not alter<br />
this arrangement.<br />
There may be some negative impacts on properties in proximity to the highway, but these can be mitigated through landscaping and sound pro<strong>of</strong><br />
barriers. The economic and regional benefits for Greater Wellington are long overdue and far outweigh any negative impacts. Submitter urges the<br />
BOI to approve the construction <strong>of</strong> the proposed project as soon as possible.<br />
The expressway<br />
should not proceed<br />
on the sandhills<br />
designation.<br />
Supports the<br />
application in part.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
Approve in full. Not<br />
supportive <strong>of</strong><br />
alternative<br />
solutions.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
1. All interchanges are fully integrated,<br />
with particular emphasis on the Peka<br />
Peka interchange.<br />
2. The proposed road corridor in the<br />
Poplar Avenue region is moved<br />
westward by using a small portion <strong>of</strong><br />
QE Park, thus avoiding numerous<br />
homes and the environment in which<br />
they site to the north.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
474 Waikanae<br />
Property<br />
Development<br />
Ltd<br />
475 Mr Trevor<br />
Henderson<br />
476 Mr Quentin<br />
Haines<br />
477 Waikanae<br />
Christian<br />
Holiday Park Inc.<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Support in<br />
part &<br />
Oppose in<br />
part<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
Yes Submitter has an affected property in Te Moana Road, Waikanae.<br />
Submitter believes there was a lack <strong>of</strong> consultation with affected parties by NZTA. Submitter only found out property was impacted when advised<br />
by EPA and only had a few weeks to put in a submission.<br />
Expressway, overpass and on/<strong>of</strong>f ramps are higher, bigger and closer, and do not follow the original designated route.<br />
Change from semi-rural nature to having State highway within a few metres <strong>of</strong> property. Walking distance to beach and tennis courts will be<br />
severed by expressway.<br />
Safety <strong>of</strong> children given higher traffic volumes on Te Moana Road.<br />
Change in nature <strong>of</strong> the area from 'rural and relaxing' to 'imposing and fortress like'.<br />
<strong>Environmental</strong> impacts <strong>of</strong> the expressway.<br />
Construction effects including noise, air quality, dust, lighting, vibration, traffic and groundwater effects.<br />
Operational effects including landscape, visual, lighting (at night), traffic, vibration, hydrology and stormwater and air quality effects.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> winter sunlight.<br />
Height <strong>of</strong> Te Moana Road on-ramps and <strong>of</strong>f-ramps and overpass. The height <strong>of</strong> the street lamps could be over 20m high.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> homes and decrease in house and land values without compensation. Submitter has been unable to sell property due to a lack <strong>of</strong> certainty<br />
associated with the expressway location and now there is a high risk <strong>of</strong> not being able to rent the property during the 4-5 years <strong>of</strong> construction.<br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose No Oppose a major highway cutting through Kapiti.<br />
Possible noise & pollution from traffic affecting those living close to the motorway e.g. Rata Road.<br />
Prefers to see existing state highway upgraded e.g. side roads closed <strong>of</strong>f and an over head road through Paraparaumu & Waikanae town centres<br />
and another bridge over the Waikanae River and a less ambitious link road than that originally planned to serve local traffic.<br />
Upgrading the existing highway could be a cheaper option & would mean less property purchases and fewer disturbances <strong>of</strong> those affected.<br />
Support in<br />
part<br />
Yes Proposed Peka Peka interchange design will add considerable time for people heading south from the Te Horo/Te Hapau Road areas and add<br />
traffic volumes to local roads, and reduce the response time <strong>of</strong> emergency services. The interchange should be redesigned to allow access and exit<br />
for both north and south bound traffic. This possible as it was an option in earlier road design alternatives.<br />
Limiting access and exit from the expressway is short sighted and does not reflect the principles <strong>of</strong> providing the greatest benefit to all.<br />
The two arguments raised against such an interchange are; wanting to limit the number <strong>of</strong> intersections/access and exit ramps to the expressway<br />
and controlling future intensification <strong>of</strong> housing development in rural areas <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti Coast. The first issue is a nullity as there is already a<br />
proposed intersection at Peka Peka and there is considerable distance between this intersection and the next one to the north at Otaki Gorge<br />
Road, and the next southern intersection at Te Moana Road. Additional on and <strong>of</strong>f ramps will not limit the traffic flow nor will it create a point <strong>of</strong><br />
congestion on the expressway.<br />
Controlling future subdivision has nothing to do with road design. It should be controlled through the district plan and the granting <strong>of</strong> consents.<br />
Using road design to make areas less accessible is a crude and inappropriate method <strong>of</strong> performing what should be the function <strong>of</strong> Council.<br />
Support the expressway as it will add considerable value to the area. However the design <strong>of</strong> the Peka Peka interchange needs to be altered.<br />
Oppose Yes The submission includes five attachments which should be read in conjunction with this submission:<br />
1. Completed EPA Submission Form (summarised);<br />
2. Western Link Road - Conditions <strong>of</strong> NoR;<br />
3. El Rancho submission to NZTA on the Wellington Corridor SH1 Kapiti Coast. October 2009;<br />
4. El Rancho feedback to New Zealand Transport Agency & Board <strong>of</strong> the Wellington Corridor options for MacKays Crossing to Peka Peka. February<br />
2011; and<br />
5. Malcolm Hunt Associates, March 2012. Traffic Noise Assessment: El Rancho - Mackay's to Peka Peka Expressway.<br />
El Rancho has concerns about the adverse effects <strong>of</strong> the expressway on the wider community such as community severance and adverse effects<br />
on the coast's urban form and future growth options. Submitter is also particularly concerned with the following potential adverse effects on<br />
property, facilities and guests:<br />
El Rancho's economic viability and ability to operate both during construction and once the Expressway is operational. El Rancho was set up as a<br />
spiritual retreat and place for relaxation, and the tranquillity, peacefulness and "back to nature" atmosphere will be affected by the expressway;<br />
Noise, vibration and construction (during construction and after). The spiritual purposes and retreat characteristics <strong>of</strong> the park are particularly<br />
vulnerable to the effects <strong>of</strong> a heavy traffic volume road;<br />
Amenity/Character/Landscape/Visual. The tranquillity, peacefulness and "back to nature" atmosphere is the major attraction to the park and<br />
anything that impacts negatively on this will have an impact on guests. El Rancho is concerned about visual effects due to the proximity and height<br />
<strong>of</strong> the expressway and also the design <strong>of</strong> El Rancho's new access from Kauri Road;<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
Routing an<br />
expressway through<br />
Kapiti is aesthetically<br />
and morally<br />
inappropriate. It<br />
would be better to<br />
upgrade the existing<br />
highway.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
However, should the<br />
Board <strong>of</strong> Inquiry<br />
approve the<br />
application,<br />
conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
Compensation paid to all effected land<br />
owners for loss <strong>of</strong> value, loss <strong>of</strong> rents<br />
during construction and afterwards.<br />
Reduction in height <strong>of</strong> Te Moana Road<br />
crossing and lighting.<br />
Te Moana Road Crossing reverting<br />
back to its original designated position,<br />
size, height and scale around the Te<br />
Moana interchange.<br />
Put in a designated cycling lane in Te<br />
Moana Road.<br />
Measures to cap height <strong>of</strong> planting so<br />
as not to block out sunlight.<br />
Measures to reduce noise.<br />
Measures to reduce fumes due to<br />
health risks from them.<br />
Measures to reduce the noise, dust<br />
and length <strong>of</strong> construction time.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
The redesign <strong>of</strong> the Peka Peka<br />
interchange so that it has north and<br />
south on and <strong>of</strong>f ramps.<br />
1. Duration <strong>of</strong> consent should be<br />
limited to provide certainty similar to<br />
what was granted for the Link Road.<br />
The duration <strong>of</strong> consent for the NoR<br />
for the Link Road was for 15 years and<br />
expired after that unless it was given<br />
effect to before then;<br />
2. That the Land Requirement Plan and<br />
land to be purchased for the<br />
Expressway be extended to include El<br />
Rancho's access from Kauri Road to the<br />
eastern side <strong>of</strong> the underpass;<br />
3. The conditions and details <strong>of</strong><br />
management plans should be finalised<br />
before the Notice <strong>of</strong> Requirement<br />
(NoR) is granted; and<br />
4. Specific details about the relocation<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Natural Gas Pipeline be
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
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Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Connectivity & Accessibility (to and within the site and the interaction with the cycleway/walkway/bridlepath) including the access from Kauri<br />
Road, which is flood prone, and connectivity and legibility <strong>of</strong> El Rancho from Expressway, State Highway 1 and other local roads. El Rancho also<br />
have an existing agreement with Kapiti Coast District Council around the Waikanae River walking track as it crosses their land and are concerned<br />
about safe access during construction;<br />
Increase in flood risk associated with new structures in the river corridor, works to shift the riverbank northwards and the more intensive planting<br />
just west <strong>of</strong> the bridge;<br />
Hydrology and effects on El Rancho's consented bores, wetland and pond. The expressway will not be able to avoid the wetland and El Rancho are<br />
concerned about the effects on the bores and pond;<br />
Property acquisition and the effects on recreational activities within or close to the proposed designation route. The temporary and permanent<br />
loss <strong>of</strong> land will affect a number <strong>of</strong> activities on the site; and<br />
Relocation <strong>of</strong> the natural gas pipeline. This is not currently before the Board <strong>of</strong> Inquiry, but El Rancho would like some certainty on the relocation<br />
<strong>of</strong> the pipeline.<br />
identified and the effects <strong>of</strong> that<br />
relocation be considered as part <strong>of</strong> the<br />
inquiry into the NoR and Resource<br />
Consents for the Expressway.<br />
5. A 2 metre high close boarded fence<br />
or similar structure on top <strong>of</strong> an earth<br />
bund located on the western side <strong>of</strong><br />
the Expressway where it adjoins El<br />
Rancho's land, extending from the<br />
northern side <strong>of</strong> the bridge to north <strong>of</strong><br />
where the Expressway is adjacent to El<br />
Rancho's northern-most boundary.<br />
6. 1.1 metre high solid barrier along<br />
the western side <strong>of</strong> the bridge;<br />
7. Use <strong>of</strong> Open Graded Porous Asphalt<br />
(OGPA) south <strong>of</strong> the Waikanae Bridge<br />
past the Te Moana Road interchange;<br />
8. Joint expanders to reduce noise<br />
between the connection between the<br />
bridge and the road (and along the<br />
bridge if necessary);<br />
8. Acoustic insulation to protect<br />
sleeping areas within camp which will<br />
be adversely affected by night time<br />
traffic noise<br />
9. Mitigation measures to ensure the<br />
use <strong>of</strong> the Chapel during daytime does<br />
not exceed maximum design levels;<br />
10. Monitoring and rectification <strong>of</strong> any<br />
failures in the road surface within 9<br />
months <strong>of</strong> construction; and again<br />
within 6 years, and 10 years <strong>of</strong><br />
construction respectively; or/and upon<br />
request by El Rancho;<br />
11. That construction noise will not<br />
exceed acceptable noise standard<br />
limits to protect sleep during night<br />
time;<br />
12. That the earth bund be constructed<br />
as soon as possible with the remaining<br />
work for the carriageway to take place<br />
behind this barrier; and<br />
13. A Construction Noise Management<br />
Plan (including specific provision for<br />
adequate prior notification to El<br />
Rancho regarding timing <strong>of</strong><br />
construction works) to be a condition<br />
<strong>of</strong> NoR.<br />
15. If the proposed mitigation<br />
measures by NZTA do not achieve the<br />
same positive levels <strong>of</strong> noise<br />
mitigation, El Rancho would ask that<br />
the conditions <strong>of</strong> the NoR impose<br />
suitable mitigation measures that do<br />
achieve the same results that were<br />
guaranteed under the Link Road NoR
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
conditions: conditions 7, 22, 23, 24, 25,<br />
26, 27 and 28 as described in Section<br />
4.2 <strong>of</strong> submission.<br />
16. Detailed landscaping plans for the<br />
earth bund, which will be located<br />
between Kauri Hall and the<br />
Expressway. Planting should achieve a<br />
dense screen <strong>of</strong> all vehicles travelling<br />
along the expressway when viewed<br />
from within El Rancho;<br />
17. Specific design details <strong>of</strong> the noise<br />
wall if and where it is visible; and<br />
18. Specific design and landscaping<br />
plans <strong>of</strong> El Rancho's new access,<br />
incorporating view shafts onto the<br />
wetland to the north side <strong>of</strong> the road<br />
and down to the river on the south<br />
side <strong>of</strong> the road. The design <strong>of</strong> the<br />
access itself should reflect "El Rancho<br />
as a destination" and as a place <strong>of</strong><br />
tranquillity. It should also show how<br />
the new pedestrian/cycleway/horseriding<br />
route will be incorporated into<br />
the existing access.<br />
19. Clearly define ownership and<br />
subsequent management <strong>of</strong> the first<br />
section <strong>of</strong> El Rancho's access from<br />
Kauri Road to the eastern side <strong>of</strong> the<br />
underpass, so that its management is<br />
consistent with the rest <strong>of</strong> El Rancho's<br />
access;<br />
20. Inclusion <strong>of</strong> El Rancho's access leg<br />
from Kauri Road to the eastern side <strong>of</strong><br />
the underpass in the Land<br />
Requirement Plan and for the NoR to<br />
be adjusted to reflect this;<br />
21. The new access from Kauri Road<br />
through to Kauri Hall to be designed in<br />
robust materials and be maintained<br />
and repaired by NZTA when, in the<br />
event <strong>of</strong> a natural hazard, it becomes<br />
impassable;<br />
22. Alternative access provisions<br />
agreed to including; a gate to restrict<br />
traffic onto the new access during<br />
natural hazard events; signage<br />
directing traffic to Weggery Drive; new<br />
signage at the entrance to Weggery<br />
Drive; resource consent approvals to<br />
use the existing access at Weggery<br />
Drive should the other access be<br />
impassable.<br />
23. A management plan that outlines<br />
the details and timeframes that NZTA<br />
need to comply with to clear debris,<br />
and notify <strong>of</strong> road closures, including
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
signage and arrangements for<br />
alternative access;<br />
24. That the access way between Kauri<br />
Road and the new<br />
pedestrian/cycleway/bridleway route<br />
be widened to accommodate both<br />
vehicles and the new pedestrian route;<br />
25. That the entrance from Kauri Road<br />
be redesigned to protect the users <strong>of</strong> El<br />
Rancho's access and the existing<br />
residents on Kauri Road, particularly<br />
the owner <strong>of</strong> the residential property<br />
to the south <strong>of</strong> Kauri Road where it<br />
adjoins El Rancho's current access; and<br />
26. Legal protection for El Rancho's<br />
existing signage at the entrance to the<br />
park, currently located at the end <strong>of</strong><br />
Kauri Road.<br />
27. Signage, similar to what exists<br />
currently on the State Highway on the<br />
new Expressway both on the north and<br />
south lanes, prior to the Te Moana<br />
Road interchange;<br />
28. Signage at the junction <strong>of</strong> Te<br />
Moana Road and the interchange<br />
directing traffic to El rancho via Kauri<br />
Road;<br />
29. Re-orientation <strong>of</strong> the existing<br />
signage at the junction <strong>of</strong> Te Moana<br />
Road and Greenaway Road;<br />
30. The maintenance and legal<br />
protection <strong>of</strong> existing entrance signage<br />
at the end <strong>of</strong> Kauri Road.<br />
31. Inclusion in the Temporary<br />
Occupation Area as shown on the Land<br />
Requirement Plan, any temporary<br />
route for the Waikanae River Walkway,<br />
where it deviates from its current path<br />
into El Rancho's land;<br />
32. Detailed landscape plans, showing<br />
the location <strong>of</strong> any new riparian<br />
planting and the effect <strong>of</strong> that planting<br />
on the Waikanae River Walkway and its<br />
relationship to El Rancho's land which<br />
ensures that the Waikanae River<br />
Walkway does not encroach any<br />
further into El Rancho's land than<br />
currently; and<br />
33. A management plan that deals with<br />
relocation <strong>of</strong> the Waikanae River<br />
Walkway during the construction<br />
period including identifying how that<br />
track will be separated from El<br />
Rancho's land.<br />
34. NZTA to monitor the effects <strong>of</strong> its<br />
water takes on the groundwater within
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
478 Mr Patrick<br />
Morgan<br />
479 Mr Te Roera<br />
Puna<br />
480 Mr Graham<br />
Lewis<br />
481 Mr Jonathan<br />
Paul Gradwell<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose No The proposal has more costs than benefits. Decline in full.<br />
El Rancho particularly in respect <strong>of</strong> the<br />
two bores, the wetland and the pond;<br />
35. Ensure El Rancho is notified <strong>of</strong> the<br />
results <strong>of</strong> the pumping tests and<br />
whether there will be any interference<br />
in our bores or wetland or pond;<br />
35. Consult with El Rancho over what<br />
controls will be in place to protect El<br />
Rancho's bore supply, wetland and<br />
pond, as well as any other consented<br />
water takes.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Oppose No Submitter believes that there are too many unanswered questions and major risks being put upon ecosystems struggling in the 21st century.<br />
[3] Please specify the quantity <strong>of</strong> soil to be disturbed.<br />
[4] An equal amount <strong>of</strong> land disturbed must be retired elsewhere and turned into a reserve. Sediment flowing <strong>of</strong>f land into streams must be<br />
minimised by planting native plant to act as a natural filter<br />
[5] Sediment discharge into streams to be absolutely minimised with planting native plant to act as a natural filter for commencing construction<br />
[6] QE Park has a very rare and unique ecosystem. Interfering with & disrupting the catchment is detrimental and not complementary.<br />
[7] Divert QE Park flow to where? There is evidence at the northern end <strong>of</strong> QEP demonstrating the natural water table is affected and drying up.<br />
[8] This does not fit with the QE Park long term plan to maintain a natural water ecosystem at the northern and middle parcels <strong>of</strong> land.<br />
[9, 11] The water ecosystem will be detrimentally affected and not enhanced.<br />
[10] The water ecosystem will be detrimentally affected.<br />
[14] Does this not act as a good natural water holding system?<br />
[19] What is the risk <strong>of</strong> this temporary diversion to the natural water quality?<br />
[20]A permanent diversion should not be created due to upsetting the water ecosystem.<br />
[22] As in all <strong>of</strong> my other opposing answers, what are the risks, how long and how much water will be diverted?<br />
[24] No extraction from any part <strong>of</strong> Queen Elizabeth Park due to its rare natural ecosystem.<br />
[26] This will disturb the rare ecosystem <strong>of</strong> Queen Elizabeth Park.<br />
[28] The same amount <strong>of</strong> cubic meter must replace any vegetation, watercourses or wetlands that are interfered.<br />
[29] The discharge must go to a landfill station for discharge and not be discharged in any water ways or land close to a waterway.<br />
[30] This will spoil the natural regrowth <strong>of</strong> the ecosystem.<br />
Oppose No The expressway will ruin the Waikanae area dividing the beach community from the rest <strong>of</strong> the town. Access to schools will be worse for children<br />
and young people.<br />
Negative impacts on environment which are not able to be mitigated.<br />
Costs <strong>of</strong> project are beyond affordable and a much better alternative at lower cost exists.<br />
The project is trying to fix a problem that exists for short periods <strong>of</strong> the week only. Majority <strong>of</strong> the day all roads in the district are free flowing and<br />
particularly during the <strong>of</strong>f peak you can be lucky to see another car some days!<br />
Large project proposed is over designed.<br />
The case for the project is flawed on so many levels; social, environmental, financial and cultural.<br />
Oppose Yes Poor connectivity<br />
Expressway does not make commuter trips within the district any easier as it misses main education and sporting hubs. Submitter moved to Kapiti<br />
impressed by the forward thinking, attractive options for future transport & community linkages represented in the Western Link.<br />
Noise (especially evening & night time noise)<br />
Submitter lives in Puriri/Greenaway area which is <strong>of</strong> a rural character & exceptionally quiet after 10pm. Expressway will change this by introducing<br />
traffic noise 24 hours a day. Te Moana Road raised intersection cannot be effectively mitigated for noise and will make surrounding area less<br />
desirable.<br />
Special nature <strong>of</strong> Kapiti Environment<br />
Relationship between mountains, coastal plains, sea and Kapiti Island important for district.<br />
Waikanae River is a link & established bird corridor between Kapiti Island and the Tararuas, and the Expressway with its highly visible bulk and<br />
extreme intrusion on the River and coastal plains environments violates this relationship & will devalue "brand Kapiti".<br />
Water/drainage<br />
Expressway will pass through a highly complex hydrological environment with a high water table that’s prone to flooding. The impacts <strong>of</strong> such a<br />
major structure on the underground water environment is unknown & undocumented and residents may be affected & left uncompensated for<br />
damage.<br />
Recreational<br />
To be informed <strong>of</strong><br />
any decisions made<br />
about affecting or<br />
disturbing the water<br />
ecosystem,<br />
particularly the QE<br />
Park area.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
482 Ms Karen<br />
Whibley<br />
483 Lynwood<br />
Nursery Limited<br />
484 Smart Transport<br />
Network<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose Yes<br />
Waikanae River area is major recreational outlet in the area and used frequently by submitter & family. The extended construction period and<br />
visual intrusion <strong>of</strong> a massive structure (180m bridge) some 500m down river from Greenaway Road devalues this environment and will deter<br />
people from using it.<br />
Safety issues<br />
Expressway aims to mix local and national (SH1) traffic in an unsafe manner.<br />
It also encourages extra vehicle movements (including trucks) on the moderately used Te Moana Road intersection area. There are risks for<br />
children, pedestrians and cyclists in this area, as it is a major school route.<br />
Community Division<br />
Submitter believes that Expressway announcements in mid 2009 were highly divisive & confusing, the consultation process farcical with stops and<br />
starts, late addition <strong>of</strong> options and considerable confusion. There is no agreed consensus within the community on the current road proposals,<br />
and distrust by many in the community towards the NZTA and KCDC. Kapiti is no longer a happy place and the root cause <strong>of</strong> this is the Expressway.<br />
Submitter’s home is at the intersection with Elder Grove and the interchange approaches will be visible from house. Reasons for submission are:<br />
Social impact on Paraparaumu community<br />
The expressway will change the way the community lives, and it is unlikely anyone living in proximity to the expressway will find their wellbeing<br />
returning to pre-expressway levels. No evidence that mitigation can minimise the negative impact <strong>of</strong> this road on residents.<br />
Vibration<br />
Housing in Makarini Street built on compacted sand on top <strong>of</strong> a peat swamp and already affected by vibration from heavy traffic. There will be<br />
ongoing vibration during construction and operation, with heavy traffic volumes increasing.<br />
Noise<br />
There will be increased traffic noise, particularly noticeable at night and reducing the enjoyment <strong>of</strong> outdoor areas and gardens.<br />
Air Quality<br />
Health research shows that communities living within 200m <strong>of</strong> an expressway can expect air pollution, which particularly affect the young and<br />
elderly which live around the area. Poor air quality likely to continue post-construction, especially with heavy traffic.<br />
Lighting<br />
Kapiti Road interchange will be elevated and brightly lit and this will be visible through the night for adjoining residents.<br />
Disruption during construction<br />
Inevitably be considerable disruption during 3-4 year construction period from traffic noise, construction noise, dust and vibration, as well as noise<br />
and light at night. The current informal walking track from Makarini Street to Te Roto Drive, used by local residents to walk to the shop, will be<br />
unavailable during this time and access to the Paraparaumu Town Centre will be busier. Dust from construction will likely settle on houses and<br />
garden, especially in Spring when wind from the west is usually at its highest. Stress during this entire period is expected to be high.<br />
Alternatives<br />
Western Link Road would solve Kapiti roading problems, connect coastal communities, keep local traffic <strong>of</strong>f SH1 and provide an additional bridge<br />
over the Waikanae River. It would be cheaper and avoid the major disruption to the lives <strong>of</strong> residents.<br />
Oppose in<br />
part<br />
Yes Te Horo Garden Centre relocated to the corner <strong>of</strong> Te Horo Beach Road and SH1 to achieve maximum passing traffic exposure and easier access for<br />
clients. If the <strong>of</strong>f ramps are not added at Peka Peka interchange then people heading north will need to travel to Otaki and then drive south to get<br />
to garden centre premises. Neighbouring businesses are important to viability <strong>of</strong> a garden centre as they help draw people to submitter’s<br />
destination. Without these <strong>of</strong>f ramps the neighbouring businesses will eventually close due to significantly reduced trade which in turn will force<br />
garden centre to close also.<br />
[1] Peka Peka interchange <strong>of</strong>f ramps.<br />
Oppose Yes Economic:<br />
Funding should be redirected to sustainable & resilient transport networks, such as improvements to public transport including double tracking <strong>of</strong><br />
the Kapiti line and the installation <strong>of</strong> railway stations at Lindale and Raumati.<br />
Research shows the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and that the price <strong>of</strong> fuel is becoming unaffordable.<br />
Local traffic makes up over half the road usage and could be dealt with more cheaply and efficiently with modifications to SH1 and the Western<br />
Link Road. The expressway will impact the attraction <strong>of</strong> businesses to Kapiti and the bypass will impact businesses along SH1 who will no longer be<br />
serving passing traffic.<br />
Geographical:<br />
Building on sand and peat is risky and more expensive, and destroying peat bogs releases large quantities <strong>of</strong> CO2.<br />
Rising sea levels & climate change effects have not been properly accounted for & the route is subject to liquefaction in the event <strong>of</strong> seismic<br />
activity.<br />
Amenity, character & landscapes<br />
Kapiti Coast is a narrow, flat coastal plain, where the community has a strong connection to the sea. The expressway will interrupt this landscape,<br />
obscuring the view <strong>of</strong> Kapiti Island and destroying high amenity values associated with the outdoor lifestyle lived by residents.<br />
Social:<br />
The project ignores NZTA's own policies on not splitting communities. Expressway destroys 80+ houses and leaves 1<strong>400</strong> houses within 200m <strong>of</strong><br />
the road, with noise and light levels a constant disturbance and results in a large noisy concrete barrier limiting activity in the area. Will result in<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
That <strong>of</strong>f ramps be added to the Peka<br />
Peka interchange.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
485 Implementation<br />
Group <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Kapiti Coast<br />
District Council<br />
Advisory on<br />
Cycleways,<br />
Walkways and<br />
Bridleways<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose Yes<br />
reduced traffic flow to shopping precincts and recreational areas, and reduce the number <strong>of</strong> citizens and children walking and cycling for pleasure<br />
or to a place <strong>of</strong> work or education.<br />
The construction period will also result in high noise, vibration and dust levels, along will reducing the safety for cyclists and walkers.<br />
Environment:<br />
Expressway encourages distant satellite suburban form highly reliant on long distant commuting that increases carbon emissions. This approach<br />
will lead to disastrous multi sea level rise in a century time scale. New Zealand must develop a sustainable and resilient multi modal transport<br />
system if we are to maintain a planet that is habitable for future generations.<br />
More than 3000 horses in Kapiti. The proposed <strong>of</strong>f road pathway excludes bridleway options for all except a short section so it decreases riding<br />
opportunities.<br />
After construction, over 1000 homes will be within the unsafe range <strong>of</strong> diesel fumes which are known to be carcinogenic.<br />
The Kapiti Road interchange removes the safe cycling option on the shared path on the south side <strong>of</strong> Kapiti Road. The Expressway will increase<br />
heavy traffic movements on Kapiti Road and it is essential that the shared <strong>of</strong>f road pathway is retained.<br />
A four lane bridge over the present Waikanae Riverside trail will impact adversely on the Kapiti walkways cycle-ways and bridleways network.<br />
Te Moana Road interchange is poorly designed for easy crossing <strong>of</strong> cyclists, walkers and riders. Egress and access onto Te Moana Rd is poorly<br />
designed. There needs to be puffin lights installed. Service access to Leinster Ave has no footpath for safe walking nor does the on road<br />
designation in the El Rancho section, therefore making this dangerous.<br />
Adverse impacts on the pleasurable and safe use <strong>of</strong> walkways, cycle-ways and bridleways network for the lengthy construction period.<br />
Will lose the current much used <strong>of</strong>f road path on the north side <strong>of</strong> Otaihanga Road. This is part <strong>of</strong> an excellent safe linkage between Paraparaumu<br />
College and Waikanae.<br />
There are many places where the walkway, cycleway, and bridleway routes are close to the Expressway & will be unpleasant and a health hazard<br />
from fumes.<br />
At designation 10,700 a linkage is needed.<br />
No indication <strong>of</strong> a pathway with flow i.e. horizontal curvature and vertical deviation from the horizontal which makes a route pleasurable to use.<br />
The present proposal will create a huge wind funnel.<br />
Will have an adverse impact on the east west routes. Of particular importance are the Wharemauku Stream and Waikanae River Tracks as they<br />
pass through important wildlife areas with attractive vistas <strong>of</strong> the hills and Kapiti Island. No detail on the bridges to be built.<br />
Crossings at Mazengarb Road, Otaihanga Road, and Te Moana Road will create discontinuities to the intended safe facility. Cyclists will have to<br />
merge and cross traffic.<br />
Suggested improvements include clipping extensions to road bridges or passing under roads like the Hutt Cycle Way and the Hawke’s Bay Cycle<br />
Trail), some proposed crossings could be converted to subways, at Mazengarb Road (Station 7950) the pathway could be raised and integrated<br />
with the Expressway bridge, signals could be used for 50 km/h crossings.<br />
Exiting cyclists onto roundabouts as proposed at Te Moana Road is dangerous.<br />
Needs to be a separate bridleway provision made for horse traffic the full length <strong>of</strong> the project separate to walking and cycling provisions.<br />
486 Dr Viola Palmer Oppose Yes <strong>Environmental</strong>:<br />
Submitter re-forested property to provide a corridor for birds to travel from the hills to the sea and the expressway will cut across this path,<br />
leading to birds being killed and disturbed so that they avoid the area.<br />
It will interfere with rivers, streams and wetlands and the wildlife that lives within them, particularly the recently discovered Fernbird habitat.<br />
Expressway construction will also produce significant carbon emissions and this should be taken into account when a decision is made.<br />
Health:<br />
The construction <strong>of</strong> the expressway will adversely affect the physical and mental health <strong>of</strong> residents, with the coastal strip already affected by<br />
noise from SH1, the airport and the railway line.<br />
Air pollution from construction and use will adversely affect children and the elderly and the road will not improve the general well-being <strong>of</strong><br />
residents who use the outdoors for refreshment & exercise.<br />
Traffic hazards on the corner <strong>of</strong> Greendale Drive and Otaihanga Road will increase due to the trucks using Otaihanga Road to reach the<br />
construction depot.<br />
The 9 metre high structure will reduce the aesthetic appeal <strong>of</strong> the area.<br />
Social<br />
Communities will be cut <strong>of</strong>f from one another, and approx. 1500 homes will be affected by loss <strong>of</strong> property values with many <strong>of</strong> these homes<br />
bought expecting the Western Link Road.<br />
Justice<br />
Unjust that home owners will not receive compensation if the expressway goes ahead.<br />
Economic<br />
Cost <strong>of</strong> construction has increased from $380m to $630m within 2 years, with the benefit <strong>of</strong> a few minutes travel outweighed by a benefit/cost<br />
ratio <strong>of</strong> 0.6. NZ is already heavily in debt and with traffic on SH1 dropping, the expressway is wasteful.<br />
Land use<br />
The expressway will take up 316 hectares <strong>of</strong> potentially productive land, including a market garden. This land will be needed in the future for food<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
Separate bridle path the whole length<br />
<strong>of</strong> the project.<br />
Move the route as far away as possible<br />
from the carriageway.<br />
Ensure safety <strong>of</strong> users by clip-on<br />
subways and puffin lights.<br />
Create a working group for<br />
consultation between users and the<br />
applicant during the construction<br />
phase in order to achieve good design<br />
and safe crossings.<br />
Ensure no paths are eliminated during<br />
construction or permanently after<br />
construction.<br />
Use a route that doesn’t impact<br />
adversely with fumes on people’s<br />
houses.<br />
Commit to a new shared pathway<br />
between Raumati South and<br />
Paekakariki.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
487 Mr Johannes<br />
Sijbrant<br />
488 Mrs Marion<br />
Edbrooke<br />
489 Mr Brian & Mrs<br />
Rita Ann<br />
Cashmore<br />
490 Ms Andrea<br />
Beechey<br />
491 Mr Derek and<br />
Mrs Andrea<br />
Paterson<br />
492 Mr Brent Hume<br />
Cherry<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
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Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose No<br />
production.<br />
The alternative<br />
There is a need for an alternative road and the Western Link is a satisfactory alternative with less cost and environmental impacts.<br />
Proposed expressway will be built within 100m <strong>of</strong> submitter's home, which is a part <strong>of</strong> the Christian community 'Shalom'. Setting is currently<br />
peaceful and quiet, one <strong>of</strong> the reasons why it was purchased, houses were built and an attractive community lifestyle created.<br />
Economic<br />
Declining road usage in Kapiti cannot justify the expressway especially given other government priorities. Have not seen convincing arguments<br />
against the Sandhills Road or that justify the benefit-cost ratio <strong>of</strong> the expressway.<br />
Geographical<br />
Building on sand and peat will create ongoing stability and flooding problems.<br />
As the road is only having parts <strong>of</strong> it turned into an expressway, there will be regular 'bottlenecks' that will undo the speed gained by travelling on<br />
the expressway.<br />
Social<br />
Building <strong>of</strong> this expressway will destroy 80+ homes and leave 1<strong>400</strong> people within 200m <strong>of</strong> the road.<br />
Visual impact will reduce the visual attractiveness <strong>of</strong> Kapiti and continuous noise, vibration & light levels will terminate the relative peacefulness.<br />
Splitting the community will result in a loss <strong>of</strong> social integrity and loss <strong>of</strong> property value.<br />
<strong>Environmental</strong><br />
The ambience <strong>of</strong> Kapiti has attracted many here, and ground water fluctuations and flooding are likely to bother those living nearby.<br />
Specific objections relating to our living situation<br />
The proximity <strong>of</strong> the expressway will affect the saleability <strong>of</strong> submitter’s property & they will lose their quiet and peaceful environment for good.<br />
This loss changes the nature and character <strong>of</strong> what Shalom is about, and 6+ families will lose their way <strong>of</strong> life.<br />
Changing groundwater and flooding patterns are likely to affect submitter's land and they have not seen an effective plan to control<br />
noise/vibration levels.<br />
Oppose Yes A four lane highway is not necessary given current and future traffic numbers.<br />
Rail transport could be upgraded and subsidised for less cost than the motorway.<br />
Building the expressway before TGM makes no sense and will cause congestion at both ends <strong>of</strong> the road. No reason for expressway if TGM does<br />
not go ahead.<br />
Location on peat soil will make construction and maintenance a huge burden on the taxpayer. The alternative route, along the existing state<br />
highway would be much cheaper and is on more suitable land.<br />
The environment <strong>of</strong> the existing walkway from Raumati to Coastlands will be ruined, with pollution from water run-<strong>of</strong>f, noise pollution and visual<br />
pollution.<br />
Views <strong>of</strong> Kapiti island will be ruined as the expressway will be raised.<br />
The expressway will do nothing to alleviate the current traffic problems in Paraparaumu, and will probably make Kapiti Road even more<br />
congested.<br />
Given the height <strong>of</strong> the expressway the lights cause concern. The night sky will become invisible.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
Upgrades made to<br />
existing SH1 & rail<br />
service instead.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Support No Essential to avoid further congestion in the future. Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Oppose Yes Concerns relate mainly to effects on Waikanae:<br />
Social & Environment<br />
Wrong to construct an expressway through a quiet residential area where it will create a physical barrier splitting the suburb in two and affecting<br />
the mobility <strong>of</strong> residents.<br />
Existing healthy environment will also be impacted by emissions, traffic noise & visual pollution, with the project likely to result in significant or<br />
irreversible changes to the environment including the destruction <strong>of</strong> unique wildlife habitats.<br />
Economic<br />
$630 million an excessive amount to spend given alternatives would cost less. Traffic volumes are quite low and do not justify such a major<br />
investment.<br />
Oppose No Sandhills Expressway is not cost effective and there is an alternative cost effective solution in the Western Link Road.<br />
It will sever communities, visually impact the district and cause noise and light pollution.<br />
Oppose Yes Social & Psychological Consequences:<br />
The social & psychological consequences <strong>of</strong> redirecting SH1 through 3 Kapiti communities are too high and cannot be mitigated against.<br />
Expressway will impact the living environment <strong>of</strong> 1<strong>400</strong> homes living within 200m <strong>of</strong> SH1 and further beyond through additional noise and light,<br />
and will also result in reduced house prices without compensation. Construction will add to these effects, with a four year construction period<br />
being almost 5% <strong>of</strong> a person's lifetime. It is entirely inappropriate to put a community through this stress.<br />
Community Cohesion & Severance:<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Decline in full &<br />
build the WLR (two<br />
lane road).<br />
Decline in full.<br />
Would like the<br />
reinstatement <strong>of</strong> the<br />
WLR as a local<br />
arterial link road,<br />
and improvements<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
493 Mr Patrick John<br />
O'Brien and Ms<br />
Joanne Fisher<br />
Gray<br />
494 Ms Donna<br />
Kieboom<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Support No<br />
NZTA & KCDC previously rejected the expressway outright, with the Western Link Road the appropriate solution. This road was designed to add to<br />
community cohesion rather than destroy it.<br />
Community severance has already started with the NZTA already buying houses. Motorways create barriers that segregate communities and this<br />
goes against all good urban design principles. These barriers also discourage walking & cycling particularly around Te Moana Road, which<br />
contribute to healthier, safer environments which were encouraged by the Western Link Road.<br />
Expressway will also change the feel <strong>of</strong> Waikanae Beach, interrupting access to shopping precincts and recreational areas and affecting the<br />
character <strong>of</strong> the community.<br />
Amenity, Character & Landscape:<br />
Kapiti Coast is a narrow, flat coastal plain where the community has a strong connection to the sea. The expressway structures will affect views <strong>of</strong><br />
Kapiti Island and the road as a whole will affect the excellent quality <strong>of</strong> life experienced by Kapiti residents.<br />
<strong>Environmental</strong>:<br />
Expressway encourages a satellite suburban form highly reliant on long distant commuting which increases carbon emissions, and will lead to<br />
disastrous multi-sea level rise in a century time scale. Evidence shows climate change occurring and NZ must develop a sustainable and resilient<br />
multi modal transport system that no longer relies on the private motor vehicle and the trucking industry if we are to maintain a planet habitable<br />
for future generations.<br />
Ecosystems:<br />
The route will have significant adverse effects on a number <strong>of</strong> wetlands, areas <strong>of</strong> riparian vegetation and regenerating forest. The project will<br />
result in the destruction <strong>of</strong> 5.6ha <strong>of</strong> indigenous vegetation including 1.8ha <strong>of</strong> wetlands & 3.8ha <strong>of</strong> indigenous forest. Wetlands adversely affected<br />
include the Raumati Manuka wetland, southern and northern Otaihanga wetlands and El Rancho wetland. These are <strong>of</strong> regional ecological<br />
significance. Habitat in the area is already highly fractured and will be fractured further by the motorway.<br />
Economic:<br />
Funding for the expressway should be redirected towards sustainable & resilient transport networks, such as improvements to public transport<br />
including double tracking <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti line and railway stations at Lindale & Raumati. NZ needs to adapt to the escalating climate change threat,<br />
rather than spend $630 million on an expressway. Road usage figures over the last 5 years indicate declining road use in Kapiti, with local traffic<br />
making up over half the road usage. This could be dealt with more effectively & cheaply with modifications to SH1 & the WLR.<br />
Support the immediate construction <strong>of</strong> the expressway as proposed to alleviate congestion and delays, improve travel safety & time, provide an<br />
alternative route and progress the North Wellington region.<br />
Oppose Yes Submitter lives 200m from expressway and may be able to see road from house. Concerned about increased noise during & after construction, as<br />
already hear low background noise from SH1. Family are regular uses <strong>of</strong> cycle/walkways around Raumati and the serenity <strong>of</strong>fered by these cannot<br />
be mitigated by a new pathway adjacent to an expressway.<br />
Expressway will impact on many <strong>of</strong> the lifestyle values Kapiti residents have chosen, including its landscape, safe and easy access to schools and<br />
facilities and its peaceful environment. An independent Health Impact Assessment commissioned by concerned residents found that many<br />
households didn't realise SH1 was being re-routed to go past their back fence and indicates that NZTA consultation has not been adequate.<br />
General objections include:<br />
Economic<br />
Benefit/cost ratio <strong>of</strong> the expressway is only 0.6, and the bulk <strong>of</strong> traffic through the district is local. The Western Link Road with SH1 improvements<br />
would resolve traffic woes with less financial and social stress. Expressway will encourage through traffic to bypass Kapiti leading to loss <strong>of</strong><br />
business revenue.<br />
Geographical<br />
Much <strong>of</strong> Kapiti is on a floodplain, and the Expressway may exacerbate the flood risk alongside rising sea levels and climate change which have not<br />
been adequately accounted for. Liquefaction may be a big problem during a seismic event.<br />
Social<br />
NZTA recognises that there will be negative effects associated with the project; however everyone in Kapiti will be negatively affected to some<br />
degree. The road would divide the communities <strong>of</strong> Raumati, Paraparaumu & Waikanae causing social severance, and the 1<strong>400</strong> properties within<br />
200m <strong>of</strong> the expressway will be affected by lower house values and decreased lifestyle due to visual and noise disturbances. Noise and light levels<br />
will affect many residents, <strong>of</strong>ten with no mitigation, and the lengthy construction period will cause significant disturbances with detours and noise.<br />
Research also indicates that people within 200m <strong>of</strong> a highway have decreased lung capacity.<br />
<strong>Environmental</strong><br />
The Expressway will result in destruction <strong>of</strong> wildlife corridors and habitat, and diminishment <strong>of</strong> the character, tranquillity and ambience <strong>of</strong> Kapiti.<br />
Objections relating to submitter's property include:<br />
Substantially increased noise.<br />
Possible views <strong>of</strong> Expressway from second storey.<br />
Possible lowering <strong>of</strong> property value..<br />
and partial renewal<br />
<strong>of</strong> SH1 as a high<br />
speed road roughly<br />
along the current<br />
alignment.<br />
Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
495 Mr Robert Allen Oppose Yes Submitter is a night shift worker at Wellington Airport and in summary objects to: Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Pugh Noise. Interruption <strong>of</strong> sleep and a normal relaxed lifestyle;<br />
Lighting. Interruption <strong>of</strong> sleep<br />
Pollution. Impacts on health and produce<br />
Economics. NZ can't afford this and the money should be diverted to public transport. The health impacts have not been factored in either.<br />
Environment. Cost to the environment including flora, fauna, wetlands, river, streams, amenities<br />
Health. All <strong>of</strong> the above will have a serious impact on submitter's health which in turn puts stress on the NZ health system.<br />
496 Ms Wendy Frost Oppose No Expressway cuts through the centre <strong>of</strong> most suburbs & will disconnect our communities & Kapiti as a region<br />
Expressway will affect the environment, and affect health through air & noise pollution. The effects <strong>of</strong> pollution will be far worse than have been<br />
revealed by the NZTA and the expressway detracts from the Nature Coast image.<br />
Expressway will affect wildlife and habitats. The natural resources <strong>of</strong> Kapiti Island, Waikanae Estuary Bird Sanctuary & Nga Manu Bird Sanctuary<br />
are already providing tourism and protecting ecosystems in the area and would be affected by the expressway.<br />
497 Ms Rachel<br />
Mason<br />
498 Mr Basil Hugh &<br />
Mrs Jane<br />
Elizabeth<br />
Pritchett<br />
Oppose No Submitter does not believe a four lane highway is necessary as the majority <strong>of</strong> traffic is local and a two lane WLR would be sufficient.<br />
Need to primarily remove traffic from SH1 and have a second route through the district, particularly when there has been an accident.<br />
Noise, pollution and visual effects on land owners do not justify the perceived need.<br />
Support No Proposal is the only feasible method <strong>of</strong> bringing the road network from Levin to Wellington up to acceptable contemporary international<br />
standards <strong>of</strong> safety & efficiency.<br />
Proposal is forward looking & can future pro<strong>of</strong> an expanding population.<br />
Sensible for the future <strong>of</strong> private motor vehicle usage which will continue to be a dominant factor in the movement <strong>of</strong> people.<br />
The road will allow for the sustainable development <strong>of</strong> business & industry on the coast currently impeded by traffic concerns.<br />
Overseas examples, such as Phoenix, Arizona, show that there are opportunities to reduce the environmental impact <strong>of</strong> the road through road<br />
treatments.<br />
499 Mr Nigel Wilson Oppose Yes Submitter opposes project on the following grounds:<br />
<strong>Environmental</strong> degradation.<br />
Economically this project does make sense.<br />
The disruption to Kapiti will be enormous and unjustified.<br />
There are far more acceptable alternatives to the application.<br />
The people <strong>of</strong> Kapiti do not want this expressway and do want the 2 lane western link.<br />
The expressway will have negative impacts on mental and physical health in Kapiti.<br />
Submitter feels consultation process has been misleading and misinformation has been promulgated by the applicant.<br />
Does not provide the necessary connectivity.<br />
500 Ms Susan<br />
Christina Bull<br />
501 Paraparaumu/<br />
Raumati<br />
Community<br />
Board<br />
Oppose Yes Community severance. Creation <strong>of</strong> 2 transport corridors (existing & proposed) further divides community and poor east west flow. Originally<br />
discarded due to high level <strong>of</strong> severance.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> opportunity to conserve and enhance existing green/wetland areas alongside the WLR, & maintain landform, flora and fresh air. Kapiti<br />
could be a place to stop & spend quality time with WLR, not just pass through with expressway.<br />
Alternatives: WLR provides connection through Kapiti, remove congestion on SH1 and enables locals to drive Raumati to Te Horo without using<br />
SH1. An eastern expressway or upgraded SH1 better due to load bearing ground and avoids high density housing.<br />
Quality <strong>of</strong> life. Elderly and children affected by air pollution, especially those with respiratory conditions. Choice to live in Kapiti due to sea side<br />
character, population forecast to increase. Must maintain and enhance character to maintain it as desirable place to live.<br />
Support Yes Submitter has the following concerns:<br />
Stakeholders variously described.<br />
The complaints process requires a response as soon as possible.<br />
That where the resident is required to keep his/her windows shut to mitigate dust they may be provided with a mechanical solution.<br />
Expected noise levels after construction may be exceeded.<br />
Some 34 houses are identified as likely to suffer health issues in particular noise in excess <strong>of</strong> 64 decibels.<br />
Complaints.<br />
Matai Road / Raumati Road intersection will experience heavy peak hour traffic while the Poplar Ave underpass is constructed. It has poor site<br />
lines.<br />
Earthworks for storm water storage between Rata Road and the expressway has the potential for short and long term adverse effects on ground<br />
stability <strong>of</strong> properties on the west <strong>of</strong> Rata Road.<br />
Traffic volumes in Tongariro, Ruahine, Ruapehu and Hinemoa Streets will increase significantly. Two primary schools in the area, St Patricks<br />
(Tongariro) and Paraparaumu (Ruapehu).<br />
Hours <strong>of</strong> work stated as 7 am to 6 pm, and 6.30 to 8 pm and 7 to 6 pm Sundays.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Submitter does not<br />
want a 4 lane<br />
highway and would<br />
prefer it reduced to<br />
2 lanes, preferably a<br />
50km/hr local road.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
Definition <strong>of</strong> stakeholders always<br />
includes relevant Community Board.<br />
That complainants receive a written or<br />
email acknowledgement within 24<br />
hours and the matter be resolved in 7<br />
working days.<br />
That a formula be established to<br />
ensure consistency <strong>of</strong> decision making<br />
for provision <strong>of</strong> mechanical solutions to<br />
dust problems.<br />
That monitoring <strong>of</strong> noise levels<br />
continue for a period <strong>of</strong> three years<br />
after construction and that mitigation<br />
be provided where the 50 decibel limit<br />
continue to be breached.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
502 Dr Kerstin<br />
Marianne Allan<br />
503 Living Streets <strong>of</strong><br />
Wellington<br />
504 Dr Susan<br />
Macdonald<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose No Further exit needed at Otaihanga.<br />
Congestion on Kapiti Road caused by new traffic lights. Generally more difficult moving around Paraparaumu.<br />
Cuts Paraparaumu in half, ruins it.<br />
Emergency response time negatively impacted.<br />
Huge negative environment impact. During construction, dust, noise, vibration. Once finished, dust, noise, vibration, large vehicle emission within<br />
residential area.<br />
Health and air quality as above comments.<br />
Negative impact on tourism due expressway. Tourists come to Kapiti for landscape, views, beaches, peace and quiet, not for an expressway.<br />
Height <strong>of</strong> expressway will ruin views <strong>of</strong> Kapiti Island.<br />
Waikanae ground conditions scientifically proven not suitable to build an expressway on. Also end up as liquefaction.<br />
Build WLR & overbridge / underpass in Waikanae at rail crossing. More freight on rail and keep the Capital Connection train.<br />
Why go backwards using more trucks when others increasing use <strong>of</strong> rail? Other countries build roads outside communities not through them.<br />
WLR means 25% less traffic on SH1, also with commuter train to Waikanae less traffic on road between Wellington and Waikanae.<br />
These alternatives would mean expressway not needed.<br />
Medical Scientific facts regarding health impacts stated in Dominion Post and Kapiti News articles.<br />
Oppose Yes Negative effects on the transport system, to the detriment <strong>of</strong> pedestrians, on the local environment, reducing the amenity <strong>of</strong> pedestrians. The<br />
proposal will destroy or modify natural areas and walkways used for walking recreation.<br />
The Western Link 1 Stage 1 was the preferred option in regional transport planning, and adequately meets the roading needs. Far lower impacts<br />
on pedestrians and walking recreation. Also far cheaper, freeing up funds for other transport options, including improved walking provision.<br />
The proposal will result in induced traffic. Lowering use <strong>of</strong> public transport will also lower pedestrian numbers. That will have a range <strong>of</strong> negative<br />
effects, including making remaining pedestrians less safe.<br />
Oppose No Chose to live in Kapiti due to the lifestyle available, including proximity to sea, hills and general appreciation <strong>of</strong> the environment. Lifestyle covers<br />
travelling north and south, travelling within Kapiti and voluntary work.<br />
Issues <strong>of</strong> great concern are:<br />
Negative impact on environment.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> homes, decrease in values.<br />
Sustainability.<br />
Ease <strong>of</strong> movement around district and community severance.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
However, if the<br />
application is<br />
approved,<br />
conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
That mitigation (double glazing etc) be<br />
provided before construction starts.<br />
That a process be established so that<br />
affected residents can have an input<br />
into a member <strong>of</strong> the stake holder<br />
group; and<br />
That NZTA be instructed to include<br />
meaningful penalties for breaches <strong>of</strong><br />
the various limits in contracts.<br />
A temporary signal control at<br />
Matai/Raumati Road intersection.<br />
Continuous monitoring <strong>of</strong> ground<br />
water levels west <strong>of</strong> rata Road before<br />
and during construction, and after<br />
construction for 3 years. A process<br />
established to ensure complaints are<br />
investigated and addressed.<br />
Restriction on heavy traffic from the<br />
quarry should be imposed at time prior<br />
to school starting and after school to<br />
avoid creating traffic congestion<br />
problems for school traffic.<br />
Limit hours <strong>of</strong> work to 6 days a week.<br />
Work to cease at 12 noon on Fridays<br />
preceding public holidays.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Vital that negative effects on<br />
pedestrians are reduced as far as<br />
possible, including by provision <strong>of</strong> high<br />
quality pedestrian facilities, requiring<br />
travel demand management activities<br />
to prevent traffic induction, and<br />
minimising effects on important<br />
walking infrastructure and<br />
destinations.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
505 Save Kapiti<br />
Incorporated<br />
506 Miss Julie<br />
Midgley<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose Yes<br />
Disruption <strong>of</strong> Maori sites <strong>of</strong> cultural significance.<br />
Impact on healthy environment disturbed by excess traffic noise and pollution.<br />
Excessive cost, less costly alternatives.<br />
Impact <strong>of</strong> emissions on health and global warming.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> nationally threatened bird and fish life.<br />
The Minister for the Environment acknowledges the expressway is likely to result in significant or irreversible changes to the environment.<br />
Strongly oppose the expressway as the best option.<br />
Save Kapiti supports sensible, fit-for-purpose roading solutions to national, regional & local traffic issues which are evidence based, sustainable &<br />
in line with best practice but do not unduly & adversely affect local people. Submitter seeks an integrated, evidence-supported transport planning<br />
approach to road improvements that is long term & consistent with Council & Government objectives. The current proposal is a "single vector"<br />
roading approach that relies on existing capacity along the route.<br />
Save Kapiti:<br />
supports a solution that provides for unimpeded north/south traffic flow at appropriate speeds for SH1 traffic.<br />
supports the building <strong>of</strong> an urban arterial link between Raumati, Paraparaumu & Waikanae, including a bridge over the Waikanae River.<br />
Notes that construction costs for an urban arterial & improvements to SH1 can be achieved with a lower level <strong>of</strong> funding.<br />
Submitter opposes expressway as proposed on the following grounds:<br />
Proposal is contrary to parts <strong>of</strong> RMA, LTMA, Kapiti Coast District Plan, proposed & operative Wellington Regional Policy Statement, Coastal Policy<br />
Statement 2010, Regional Soil Plan, Regional Freshwater Plan, Regional Plan for Discharges to Land, Regional Coastal Plan, Regional Land Transport<br />
Strategy, Regional Public Transport Plan, Regional Rail Plan, NZTA <strong>Environmental</strong> Plan, "Getting there - On foot by cycle" Strategic Implementation<br />
Plan, Kapiti Coast Cycleways, Walkways & Bridleways Strategy, NZTA Integrated Planning Strategy, NZ Urban Design Protocol, Kapiti Coast<br />
Development Management Strategy, Kapiti Coast Long Term Plan, Kapiti Coast "Choosing Futures" Community Plan, Kapiti Coast Sustainable<br />
Transport Strategy, Kapiti Coast District Plan Discussion Document on Urban Form & Kapiti Coast Streetscape Strategy & Guideline.<br />
Submitter believes the expressway is contrary to Part 2 <strong>of</strong> the RMA as there will be:<br />
Severance, economic & social effects arising from the scale <strong>of</strong> the road.<br />
Adverse economic effects from customers bypassing businesses in the community & risk <strong>of</strong> development at new interchange areas.<br />
Adverse social effects on landscape, natural character & visual amenity resulting from changes to existing landforms.<br />
Construction effects <strong>of</strong> up to four or five years including extensive earthworks, traffic disruption, noise, dust & community severance.<br />
Adverse effects on community mobility, connectivity & safety with two current connections removed & most future east/west local roads no<br />
longer catered for.<br />
Adverse ecological effects through loss <strong>of</strong> stream habitat, the associated riparian margins & release <strong>of</strong> sediment.<br />
Damage to a large number <strong>of</strong> heritage sites.<br />
Adverse effects on groundwater levels & ground settlement.<br />
Adverse on-going amenity effects including light & noise.<br />
Risk to the road from sea-level rise & coastal storm surges.<br />
Route security & resilience issues as the road is more vulnerable to a natural disaster than current SH1.<br />
Submitter believes expressway not necessary for achieving NZTA's objectives:<br />
Economic benefits are questionable.<br />
Median barriers would only prevent a small percentage <strong>of</strong> accidents.<br />
Submitter believes alternatives not properly considered, particularly the urban arterial road (WLR):<br />
The proposal may benefit long-distance users, but not the people around the expressway. An equal or greater benefit would come from the urban<br />
arterial road.<br />
The proposal will have significant adverse effects on the natural environment for which Kapiti is known.<br />
Oppose No Choose to live in Kapiti due to the lifestyle, environment, and people. Lifestyle covers travelling north and south, travelling within Kapiti, work and<br />
voluntary work.<br />
Issues <strong>of</strong> real concern are:<br />
The environment and sustainability<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> homes, decrease in values.<br />
Ease <strong>of</strong> movement around district and community severance.<br />
Disruption <strong>of</strong> Maori sites <strong>of</strong> cultural significance.<br />
Impact on healthy environment disturbed by excess traffic noise, light, visual pollution.<br />
Excessive cost, less costly alternatives.<br />
Impact <strong>of</strong> emissions on health and global warming.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> nationally threatened bird and fish life.<br />
The Minister for the Environment acknowledges the expressway is likely to result in significant or irreversible changes to the environment.<br />
Strongly oppose the expressway as the best option.<br />
Decline in full<br />
(inferred) & an<br />
urban arterial is built<br />
to link communities<br />
<strong>of</strong> Raumati,<br />
Paraparaumu &<br />
Waikanae, including<br />
a bridge over the<br />
Waikanae River.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
507 Mr William A Oppose No Submitter notes it is already agreed earlier proposal had a negative return. Costs now much greater so negativity now greatly increased. Paragraph Decline in full & No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
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Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Moore 20 <strong>of</strong> NZTA submission has no costings but a vague series <strong>of</strong> words that bear no relation to a proper cost structure.<br />
Submitted plans do not show the height <strong>of</strong> bridges, viaducts (5, 6, 7 metres in some instances) to this must be added heights <strong>of</strong> light standards and<br />
structures. This will mean the destruction <strong>of</strong> the present visible amenity.<br />
The considerable piling for bridges and viaducts will adversely impinge on Kapiti ground water bores. During construction <strong>of</strong> the Seaview Wharf<br />
driven piles fractured the artesian water basin for Petone and Hutt Valley. Repair required overseas expertise and a submarine bell, at thousands<br />
<strong>of</strong> dollars cost over runs.<br />
Accidents, deaths, injuries. None will cease but increase with higher speeds and larger transportation units. At peak times congestion is always<br />
reported on roads out <strong>of</strong> Auckland.<br />
A recent news item out <strong>of</strong> Seoul South Korea reported the demolition <strong>of</strong> a Motorway and replacement by rail public transport. The road space was<br />
developed into a stream that was previously running in pipes, now devoted to landscaped public space.<br />
Proceed with the WLR and bridge over the Waikanae River. Would be in place some 3 or 4 years ahead <strong>of</strong> the present proposal and at a greatly<br />
reduced cost. Plans for electric rail extension to Otaki and later to Palmerston North should be started for early work start. The rail corridor is<br />
already in situ so no disruption to citizens. This is another considerable cost saving and productivity by those affected. Present productivity <strong>of</strong><br />
space proposed for Expressway will continue into the future.<br />
508 Miss Eleanor<br />
Dawidowski<br />
Oppose Yes Lifestyle covers travelling north and south, travelling within Kapiti, work and voluntary work.<br />
Issues <strong>of</strong> real concern are:<br />
The environment and sustainability.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> homes, decrease in values.<br />
Ease <strong>of</strong> movement around district and community severance.<br />
Disruption <strong>of</strong> Maori sites <strong>of</strong> cultural significance.<br />
Impact on healthy environment disturbed by excess traffic noise, light, visual pollution.<br />
Excessive cost, less costly alternatives.<br />
Impact <strong>of</strong> emissions on health and global warming.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> nationally threatened bird and fish life.<br />
The Minister for the Environment acknowledges the expressway is likely to result in significant or irreversible changes to the environment.<br />
Submitter strongly opposes the expressway as the best option.<br />
proceed with the<br />
WLR and bridge over<br />
the Waikanae River.<br />
Plan for electric rail<br />
extension to Otaki &<br />
Palmerston North.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
509 Miss Cathleen Oppose No No reasons given. No decision sought<br />
Devenport<br />
given.<br />
510 Ms Stacey Oppose Yes Heavy impact on several waterways and wetlands. Biodiversity, ecosystems and the natural environment are in decline. The expressway will only Decline in full & two<br />
Gasson<br />
exacerbate this.<br />
lane local link road<br />
Only a small fraction <strong>of</strong> once-extensive wetlands remain in Kapiti. The expressway will only further degrade these environments.<br />
to be built with<br />
Healthy ecosystems provide a range <strong>of</strong> benefits for people, including clean water and air, decomposition <strong>of</strong> wastes and cycling <strong>of</strong> nutrients, improvements to<br />
reduced flooding and a reduction in the effects <strong>of</strong> climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide.<br />
Mitigation or remediation does very little to return what has been destroyed. In the case <strong>of</strong> waterways, discharge <strong>of</strong> cement-contaminated water<br />
and increased soil run<strong>of</strong>f from excavation will alter their state along their length. In the case <strong>of</strong> threatened species, the disturbance to their fragile<br />
environment will have long-lasting and amplified effects.<br />
The WLR recognised and fit the needs <strong>of</strong> the local community, was at a scale appropriate to its surroundings and provided for a range <strong>of</strong> users.<br />
The Expressway provides little to the local communities, will be difficult to negotiate and require some elaborate journeys for locals. Creating a<br />
through-road has taken precedent over the travel patterns <strong>of</strong> residents. The cost <strong>of</strong> a local road is significantly less and it would address the<br />
problem <strong>of</strong> peak flow congestion by diverting local traffic <strong>of</strong>f <strong>of</strong> the state highway.<br />
The Expressway as proposed runs counter to the established District Plan.<br />
Options for sustainable travel are simply ignored. Cycling between Paekakariki and Paraparaumu, will be incredibly dangerous and frightening.<br />
Being built in the interests <strong>of</strong> road freight, options for increased rail freight and coastal shipping are being ignored.<br />
A key assumption is that the existing roads are unable to cope with peak flow congestion. The expressway option ignores cheaper and more<br />
sustainable options for reducing traffic on the existing road (i.e. freight diversion and the previously-agreed local link road).<br />
The Expressway is at a scale that will dwarf and irretrievably alter the local environment. It will destroy the unity <strong>of</strong> the settlements, cutting <strong>of</strong>f<br />
present access to kindergartens, schools, swimming pools, parks, the beaches.<br />
For those who live near it, excess traffic noise, lights, visual pollution and environmental pollution will be inescapable. Proposed walls may reduce<br />
some noise but will be obtrusive due to the height required. These walls will do little to address the air pollution. Options for relocating are<br />
severely limited due to the reduction in their property values.<br />
The cost/benefit ratio <strong>of</strong> 0.6 proves that the Expressway will do little to benefit the people <strong>of</strong> NZ.<br />
SH1.<br />
511 Mr Craig Phelps Oppose No No reasons given No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
512 Mr Desmond<br />
Keith & Mrs<br />
Support No Improved Traffic flow <strong>–</strong> shorter travel times, fewer delays, safer.<br />
Will provide vital alternative to the existing one road in the event <strong>of</strong> emergencies and/or weather related road closures.<br />
Progress occurs as<br />
early as possible.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Margaret Edna<br />
Ellis<br />
513 Miss Sarah<br />
Ramakers<br />
514 Waikanae on<br />
One<br />
515 New Zealand<br />
Fire Service<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
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Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose Yes<br />
Improved roading for both Kapiti Coast and New Zealand-wide traffic.<br />
More modern system suitable for connecting North Island citizens and businesses with the Capital <strong>of</strong> NZ and the South Island.<br />
Submitter concerned about plans to build road when rest <strong>of</strong> world are developing public transport. Why do we need to be in a rush to travel<br />
faster, take less time from A to B?<br />
Moved to Kapiti to be away from noise, large roads and pollution.<br />
Road will just divide communities.<br />
Spend money where needed, Christchurch and public transport.<br />
Visual appearance <strong>of</strong> another ugly road with concrete, poles and wires. Very little natural beauty around. Do we need another road or beautiful<br />
land with wild life?<br />
Support Yes The visual effects between the Waikanae River and the Waimeha Stream are severe. These effects can and should be avoided by an alteration to<br />
the design <strong>of</strong> the expressway. There is a viable alternative design which would significantly avoid these effects.<br />
The effects on the hydrology (ground water and surface water flows) between the Waikanae River and the Waimeha Stream are potentially<br />
severe. These effects (namely flooding east <strong>of</strong> the expressway) can and should be avoided by an alteration to the design <strong>of</strong> the expressway.<br />
The foundation construction for the expressway embankment will be problematic in the saturated sands along the Waikanae River to Waimeha<br />
Stream stretch <strong>of</strong> the alignment and this will exacerbate hydrological effects<br />
The effects <strong>of</strong> climate change have been significantly underestimated by NZTA, and the risk <strong>of</strong> flooding in Waikanae between the River and the<br />
Waimeha Stream will be significantly increased by an expressway as proposed.<br />
The expressway foundation in the Waikanae River to Waimeha Stream area will be severe for cultural reasons. The broad base <strong>of</strong> the proposed<br />
embankment will impact on a far larger area <strong>of</strong> sensitive ground, with suspected Maori remains, than is necessary. There is a viable alternative<br />
with a smaller footprint.<br />
[1] Part between Waikanae River and the Waimeha Stream.<br />
[15, 16, 17, 27] Any work affecting the existing hydrology <strong>of</strong> the area.<br />
Support in<br />
part<br />
No Supportive <strong>of</strong> the provision <strong>of</strong> a quality link from Levin to Wellington airport, including the expressway.<br />
Some concerns regarding the impact <strong>of</strong> the expressway design on NZFS operations. In order to operate efficiently, expressway needs to provide as<br />
many exit/entry points as possible, as close as possible to existing stations. Would result in safe and efficient access for appliances and timely<br />
emergency response.<br />
Current station in Te Roto Drive located to take advantage <strong>of</strong> the proposed WLR, which would have improved times throughout the district<br />
through connections to local roads. The expressway limits the potential for improvements. Changes to the design in terms <strong>of</strong> the number and type<br />
<strong>of</strong> interchanges would improve response times.<br />
Five key points where there should be an interchange: Raumati South, Kapiti Road, Otaihanga, Te Moana and Peka Peka.<br />
NZFS needs further flexibility on the expressway as appliances should be able to respond to incidences from either direction for several reasons.<br />
Information on location <strong>of</strong> incident is <strong>of</strong>ten inaccurate. An appliance may be blocked in one direction, while that coming from the other is not, and<br />
is able to make an assessment <strong>of</strong> the need for the other to continue.<br />
Submitter has attached copy <strong>of</strong> previous submission during public consultation on expressway route.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Approval <strong>of</strong> the NOR and associated<br />
works between the Waikanae River<br />
and the Waimeha Stream should be<br />
contingent on a design which:<br />
Significantly lowers the expressway<br />
structures and thus reduces the<br />
severity <strong>of</strong> its visual and landscape<br />
adverse effects.<br />
Significantly reduces the expressway's<br />
blockage <strong>of</strong> surface and ground water<br />
flows.<br />
Final approval for this section <strong>of</strong> the<br />
NOR and associated works should be<br />
withheld pending an independent<br />
review <strong>of</strong> the climate change<br />
assumptions used in modelling the<br />
effects <strong>of</strong> the proposed structure on<br />
hydrology.<br />
Final approval for this section <strong>of</strong> the<br />
NOR and associated works should be<br />
withheld pending an independent<br />
review <strong>of</strong> the feasibility, costs and<br />
environmental advantages <strong>of</strong> an<br />
alignment which incorporates a lowlevel<br />
bridge structure and cutting in<br />
the western sand dunes between the<br />
Waikanae River and the Waimeha<br />
Stream.<br />
There are five key points where there<br />
should be an interchange:<br />
Poplar Avenue, Raumati South: This<br />
would improve responses to southern<br />
part <strong>of</strong> Paraparaumu urban fire district<br />
& north bound lane <strong>of</strong> interchange<br />
between Poplar Avenue & Kapiti Road<br />
interchanges.<br />
Kapiti Road: This would improve<br />
response times for Paraparaumu<br />
appliances travelling to Waikanae &<br />
Waikanae appliances travelling to<br />
Paraparaumu.<br />
Otaihanga: This would allow both<br />
Paraparaumu & Waikanae appliances<br />
to improve response times<br />
Paraparaumu North & Otaihanga<br />
whilst providing flexibility to respond<br />
to incidents on the expressway.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
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Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
516 Ms Paula Keene Oppose Yes Massive, permanent, detrimental, irreversible impact on community and wildlife.<br />
Expressway is overkill for need / projected growth. Upgrade <strong>of</strong> SH1 and second Waikanae bridge is far more cost effective, less damaging and<br />
efficient solution to current traffic issues at peak hours and holiday periods due to lights at Waikanae.<br />
Community, particularly business community have developed around SH1, why change.<br />
Do not want expressway with trucks and pollution on elevated concrete monstrosity, through the heart <strong>of</strong> our community. Old school thinking.<br />
NZTA rethink solutions that solve real problems and benefit our community.<br />
517 Mr Steven<br />
William<br />
Edbrooke<br />
Oppose Yes Expressway breaks rules <strong>of</strong> good town planning by going through suburban areas <strong>of</strong> Raumati, Paraparaumu and Waikanae, significantly disrupting<br />
linkages and dividing communities. NZTA normally aims to avoid and bypass suburban areas. How could they favour the proposed route earlier<br />
rejected by NZTA because <strong>of</strong> the high level <strong>of</strong> severance?<br />
80-odd houses destroyed by the expressway, over 1000 houses within 200 m. Owners will suffer substantial, uncompensated losses in property<br />
value, as well as the unpleasant consequences <strong>of</strong> living adjacent to an expressway.<br />
Will form a highly visible concrete barrier that will create poor east-west traffic flow and limit access to north-south traffic.<br />
Expressway is also likely to limit local recreational (cycling, horse-riding, walking, running etc.) and commercial activity. The elevated nature <strong>of</strong> the<br />
road will cause increased traffic noise, those living close to it will suffer constant noise. Night time noise will cause disruptionm and degrade wellbeing.<br />
Lighting at expressway intersections is likely to affect those living nearby.<br />
Construction will cause unacceptable levels <strong>of</strong> noise, vibration and dust in suburban areas, as well as disrupting local traffic flows. Community<br />
health and well-being are likely to be put at significant risk.<br />
Cuts across significant wetland areas, green space, and will permanently alter the local environment. Existing environment and character <strong>of</strong> the<br />
district is a significant factor for many who have made the decision to live here.<br />
Potential negative impact on air quality across the community and particularly the effects on those living in close proximity. Those living within<br />
200m <strong>of</strong> major highways are more likely to suffer reduction in lung capacity. Those with pre-existing respiratory conditions could be severely<br />
affected by air pollution.<br />
No meaningful mitigation measures for post-construction air pollution in suburban areas.<br />
Building across predominantly unconsolidated sand and peat will be more difficult and more expensive than building along the more stable<br />
eastern corridor where the current State Highway and Main Trunk railway are located.<br />
Learn from the Canterbury earthquakes and the resulting liquefaction in areas <strong>of</strong> unconsolidated and saturated sediments. The expressway over<br />
precisely these types <strong>of</strong> materials suggests that it will be vulnerable to liquefaction. The Ohariu Fault, just a few kilometres to the east, can expect<br />
strong shaking at some time. Designing to minimise damage from liquefaction must incur significant extra cost. Deliberately building such an<br />
Decline in full. NZTA<br />
to re-think solutions.<br />
If must have an<br />
expressway, the<br />
Board should<br />
recommend that an<br />
alternative route<br />
following the<br />
eastern corridor,<br />
close to the existing<br />
State Highway and<br />
railway, should be<br />
properly<br />
investigated and<br />
costed by NZTA. An<br />
eastern route would<br />
have generally more<br />
favourable ground<br />
conditions, and<br />
avoid areas <strong>of</strong> highdensity<br />
housing.<br />
Decline in full. NZTA<br />
co-operate with<br />
KCDC to build the<br />
planned the WLR, a<br />
more cost effective<br />
and timely solution<br />
to traffic congestion<br />
in the district.<br />
Te Moana Road: This would improve<br />
response times for Paraparaumu<br />
appliances travelling to Waikanae &<br />
Waikanae appliances travelling to<br />
Paraparaumu.<br />
Peka Peka: This would improve<br />
responses times to properties north <strong>of</strong><br />
Waikanae & south <strong>of</strong> Otaki, as well as<br />
providing more flexibility to respond to<br />
incidents on the expressway.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
518 Mrs Elizabeth<br />
and Mr Terence<br />
O'Brien<br />
519 Mrs Sarah Jane<br />
Penny<br />
520 Mrs Deryn<br />
Groves<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
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Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose No<br />
important lifeline over unstable, vulnerable ground seems like a poor decision when there is a better option along the eastern corridor.<br />
Important groundwater aquifers are present. Construction along the proposed route risks permanent damage to, or contamination <strong>of</strong>, this<br />
significant local resource.<br />
Benefit/cost data suggest that the expressway represents poor value. The cost <strong>of</strong> building over thick unconsolidated materials must be much<br />
greater than building on more suitable ground to the east. A proper evaluation and costing <strong>of</strong> an eastern route does not appear to have been<br />
done.<br />
Projected growth in traffic inaccurate with volumes actually declining in recent years. Local traffic makes up over half <strong>of</strong> usage and could be dealt<br />
with much more effectively and more cost effectively than by building the expressway.<br />
Negative economic impacts include: reduction in local house prices; adverse affects on district economic development due to traffic bypassing;<br />
lack <strong>of</strong> upgrades to local roads and public transport because <strong>of</strong> prioritisation <strong>of</strong> funding.<br />
Current design does not achieve separation <strong>of</strong> local and highway traffic to improve safety and highway traffic flow. Full interchanges at Kapiti and<br />
Te Moana roads will result in local traffic using the expressway to travel between Paraparaumu and Waikanae. Likely to create major traffic<br />
congestion on local roads in the vicinity <strong>of</strong> the interchanges, as well as increasing slow traffic on the expressway.<br />
[1] An inappropriate route, too damaging and costly to build.<br />
Expressway likely to result in significant, irreversible change to the environment. Impacts on submitter and future. Not the best option to meet<br />
people’s needs.<br />
Will alter the environment and ambience to a degree that will outweigh benefits. There are other options that would avoid the wholesale<br />
penetration <strong>of</strong> the landscape.<br />
Peaceful, quiet, healthy, laid-back environment characterises Kapiti, reflected in demographics <strong>of</strong> the area.<br />
Kapiti Coast is an important recreational asset for the Wellington region. Expressway through middle would spoil the appeal. Mitigation would<br />
have minimal effect, only option to avoid these effects is through an alternative solution.<br />
Project is contrary to NZTA policy to avoid splitting communities. Will constitute a barrier, especially at Kapiti Road where congestion can be<br />
expected. Interchanges and access to expressway could be difficult to use and compromise safety. The interchanges have been added to resolve<br />
connectivity issues but have raised new problems.<br />
Construction period <strong>of</strong> 5 years, much longer than for WLR. Relief to congestion and safety delayed and construction period will be frustrating. Rerouting<br />
<strong>of</strong> traffic due to work at Kapiti Road interchange. Traffic forced to alternative routes causing access difficulties for those living on these<br />
alternative routes.<br />
80 houses destroyed and some 1500 within 200 m <strong>of</strong> the expressway. Mitigation <strong>of</strong> effects on these only partial, not compensated and five years<br />
<strong>of</strong> construction with noise, vibration and dust, associated stress for many elderly and damaging to health.<br />
SH1 considerably lower density <strong>of</strong> housing. Those who bought next to SH1 knew what living next to a State Highway involved, but over past 15<br />
years the proposed expressway route has been designated a local road. Therefore home buyers could not have foreseen reversion to major<br />
highway. This will devalue their properties & quality <strong>of</strong> life, rather than increasing it as the Western Link Road would.<br />
Many attracted to Kapiti because <strong>of</strong> health properties, especially those with asthma. Waikanae singled out as one <strong>of</strong> healthiest place to live. It is<br />
not responsible to channel traffic through these areas, mitigation can only be minor.<br />
One reason given for the choice <strong>of</strong> route was the claim that most <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti population wanted it, but the rushed, confusing consultation makes<br />
that claim very shaky.<br />
Economic effects:<br />
Kapiti physical environment is part <strong>of</strong> the economic infrastructure <strong>of</strong> NZ & will suffer irreversibly. The expressway will adversely affect tourism.<br />
Costs have increased substantially. CBR is poor at 0.6, now more likely 0.4.<br />
The WLR much more efficient, safe way to connect local communities. It would have respected landforms, relieved congestion and <strong>of</strong>fered an<br />
alternative route. Together with upgrade <strong>of</strong> SH1, less costly, more efficient and more timely response.<br />
The adverse effects outweigh any national or local benefit.<br />
Oppose Yes Submitter purchased in this area due to the healthy life style it <strong>of</strong>fered. Son was born with a mild form <strong>of</strong> spina bifida and asthma, as well as other<br />
health concerns. Thus important to establish home in an environment where could partake in community outdoor activities and live in a calming<br />
environment. If submitter wanted noise, pollution and an expressway running through living areas would have chosen Wellington City by the<br />
motorway.<br />
The expressway will be exceptionally harmful to environment and those living in it. Destruction will come from the pollution, both environmental<br />
and noise - leading to adverse effects on peaceful and beautiful environment, health, and the community as a whole. It will divide the community<br />
and is clearly not essential nor what the Kapiti Coast area is about.<br />
Upgrade the railway system, or invest this large sum <strong>of</strong> money into our poorly funded education and health systems.<br />
The long term negative outcomes <strong>of</strong> the expressway outweigh any good it will do for Kapiti and the people living there. Infrastructure <strong>of</strong> this<br />
nature will not improve the New Zealand economy.<br />
Simply don't need expressway running through Kapiti, causing more harm than good. Project certainly does not add anything positive to economy<br />
or environment.<br />
Oppose No <strong>Four</strong> generations <strong>of</strong> submitter's family are residents in various households in Kapiti, who have chosen to live here because <strong>of</strong> the special nature <strong>of</strong><br />
the community and environment. The quality <strong>of</strong> retirement life after living three decades in Wellington City will be destroyed if this motorway<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Decline in full, with<br />
WLR & upgrades to<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
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Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
521 Paraparaumu Oppose Yes<br />
project proceeds.<br />
Alternative options involving the WLR and upgrades to SH1 should be put back as options.<br />
Paraparaumu Medical Centre (PMC) situated on Kapiti Road adjacent to the new <strong>of</strong>f ramp. Will be significantly affected by change in traffic flow,<br />
Medical Centre<br />
noise, dust, vibration and pollution during and after construction. Changes in traffic flow will endanger patients and construction will render the<br />
facility unusable due to noise making conversation / examinations impossible, health hazards from dust and fumes, and vibration affecting medical<br />
equipment.<br />
After construction the practice will remain compromised.<br />
Medical Centre is an important part <strong>of</strong> health infrastructure on Kapiti coast. Has 5,000 patients (20% <strong>of</strong> Kapiti population). Majority elderly and<br />
many require complex care <strong>of</strong>ten co-ordinated from PMC due to lack <strong>of</strong> in-patient services locally. 100 to 150 patient visits per day.<br />
Changes to traffic flows:<br />
Expressway and <strong>of</strong>f ramp will block at least one entrance to property, and significantly impact on accessibility to the site.<br />
During construction there will be significant flow <strong>of</strong> heavy vehicle around the site. Significant risk to patients trying to navigate in this<br />
environment, and delays / longer journey times. Access for emergency vehicles to the centre will be impaired, along with doctors on urgent house<br />
calls. Disruptions to footpaths make walking & mobility scooters difficult. Major disruption for three to five years.<br />
Post construction traffic effects in relation to increased traffic in the area, difficulty turning across the lanes, increased traffic impacting<br />
pedestrians and mobility scooters, shifting <strong>of</strong> bus stop. Will cause concern for patients and emergency vehicle access.<br />
Noise levels:<br />
Medical centre requires a quiet and calm atmosphere, e.g. breath sounds on a stethoscope.<br />
During construction, NZTA reports indicate noise levels could be extremely high (up to 80 dba for 5 mins to 1 hour) &will render the centre totally<br />
unusable. Day time construction to avoid effects on residents will cause maximum disruption to the Centre. Difficult to provide a safe working<br />
environment for staff.<br />
Noise levels expected from the operation <strong>of</strong> the road (60-70dba) likely to have a significant impact on the day to day operations.<br />
Ambient noise effect is unclear. Construction effects unlikely to be mitigated.<br />
Dust & Fumes:<br />
NZTA reports indication effects from dust and fumes during and post construction likely to be significant. Exposure to dust and fumes likely to<br />
increase markedly. Patients likely to avoid the Centre as are already 'sensitive receptors' to dust and fumes. Likely most dangerous for three to<br />
five years.<br />
Vibrations:<br />
Significant vibrations associated with construction and likely to continue post construction within increased traffic. Vibrations will render sensitive<br />
equipment (e.g. ECGs) unusable. Building type will make mitigation difficult.<br />
Not possible to provide medical services from the site during construction and services will be severely compromised after. Early resolution <strong>of</strong><br />
these issues is necessary.<br />
522 Miss Lisa White Oppose Yes The proposed road is close enough to affect submitter's quality <strong>of</strong> life in the following ways:<br />
Noise and dust from construction phase.<br />
Noise and pollution from road once operational.<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> sense <strong>of</strong> peace and rural feel <strong>of</strong> property, reduced property values as a result.<br />
Submitter uses Waikanae river loop track <strong>of</strong>ten, including access to submitter's sister’s farm. The overbridge would destroy this walk and access.<br />
Impact on the community as a whole. The overall feel <strong>of</strong> Paraparaumu, reduction <strong>of</strong> views to Kapiti Island, overbridges and noise may disrupt the<br />
Kapiti lsland bird accessways across to hills.<br />
The Kapiti community had a good option to reduce congestion on the roads, the Western Link Road. This is the best solution for local traffic and<br />
through traffic.<br />
Submitter believes the Government did not act in good faith by requiring NZTA to consult on options that were clearly going to be opposed due to<br />
the number <strong>of</strong> houses affected.<br />
Submitter questions the need for an Expressway when traffic levels are not increasing.<br />
NZTA to be instructed to review the WLR to provide an alternative access to Waikanae to remove traffic from the State Highway.<br />
523 Mr Gary Peter Oppose Yes The benefit/cost ratio for the motorway is very low.<br />
Allen<br />
Road usage figures over the last five years indicate declining road use in Kapiti.<br />
Was much confusion in polling for the expressway with terms used that suggested the two lane Western Link Road that was designed and largely<br />
agreed upon was being <strong>of</strong>fered.<br />
Local traffic makes up over half the road usage and could be dealt with more effectively and cheaply by a local road and bridge across the<br />
Waikanae River. The existing highway if it were to be used as a local traffic road would have the same problem <strong>of</strong> large circuitous distance as it<br />
currently does.<br />
Expressways take people rapidly past our community whereas the existing highway allows for an easy stop-<strong>of</strong>fs so our local business will suffer.<br />
Building on sand and peat carries great risks and expense.<br />
Climate change effects including rising sea levels are not well accounted for.<br />
The route will be subject to liquefaction in the event <strong>of</strong> seismic activity.<br />
SH1 reconsidered.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Decline in full &<br />
NZTA instructed to<br />
review the WLR<br />
option to provide an<br />
alternative access to<br />
Waikanae to remove<br />
traffic from the SH1.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
Would like a two<br />
lane local road built<br />
with improvements<br />
to SH1.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
If the expressway were to go ahead,<br />
submitter requests the following:<br />
Issues <strong>of</strong> noise both during<br />
construction and subsequently that are<br />
currently insufficiently dealt with be<br />
remedied.<br />
Issues <strong>of</strong> wind-blown sand during<br />
construction, and its effects on<br />
property/community insufficiently<br />
dealt with, be remedied.<br />
Wants to ensure that high grade low
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
524 Mrs Linda Diane<br />
Allen<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose Yes<br />
Destroying peat bogs releases large quantities <strong>of</strong> stored CO2 and is avoided in best practice.<br />
The project blatantly denigrates NZTA’s own sensible policies on the avoidance <strong>of</strong> splitting communities.<br />
Proposal will destroy 80+ houses and leaves 1<strong>400</strong> within 200m <strong>of</strong> the road whose owners will involuntarily pay the cost <strong>of</strong> splitting communities in<br />
loss <strong>of</strong> values <strong>of</strong> their properties.<br />
Noise and light levels will be a constant and continuing disturbance.<br />
Construction will add a further health-destroying layer <strong>of</strong> noise, vibration and dust to the heart <strong>of</strong> a community.<br />
It will deliver a highly visible, noisy concrete barrier that will limit recreational, commercial and tourist-related activity and extend local travel<br />
times.<br />
Degradation <strong>of</strong> significant Maori sites and disruption <strong>of</strong> dune buried bodies.<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> wildlife habitats and corridors, and added dangers for wildlife.<br />
Degradation <strong>of</strong> recreation that our unique natural landscape <strong>of</strong>fers to our community and visitors<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> the ambience <strong>of</strong> Kapiti's seaside village community look and feel, the presence <strong>of</strong> which was foremost in my decision to live here<br />
with my family.<br />
Likely to be significant health impacts for anyone living within 200m <strong>of</strong> the proposed road.<br />
The Health Impact Assessment identified major health problems associated with living next to a motorway; including increased risk <strong>of</strong> heart<br />
disease, high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, sleep disturbance and reduced cognitive functioning along with effects on mental health from noise,<br />
community severance and reduced quality <strong>of</strong> the surrounding environment. HIA also identified the major concern which was the lack <strong>of</strong><br />
information many directly affected households had about the roading project. HIA also identified the major concern which was the lack <strong>of</strong><br />
information many directly affected households had about the roading project.<br />
Building on sand and peat carries great risks and expense with problems already encountered causing large delays in road construction.<br />
Issues <strong>of</strong> noise both during construction and subsequently insufficiently dealt with by NZTA.<br />
Lack <strong>of</strong> detailed solutions to the above problems in the CEMP for the road<br />
Submitter wants a local two lane road, as planned, to be built, and improvements to SH1 existing route.<br />
Benefit/cost data used in justification for the motorway is faulty and inaccurate. Benefit/cost ratio for the motorway is now so low that it makes<br />
the building <strong>of</strong> the road a totally unviable proposition.<br />
Road usage figures over the last five years indicate declining road use in Kapiti. The current congestion issue could be dealt with by an internal<br />
local road for the population <strong>of</strong> Kapiti. Also this would <strong>of</strong>fer an alternative route for traffic when needed e.g. traffic accidents.<br />
Use <strong>of</strong> asset sale money to finance the Expressway further destroys its financial credibility. The asset money needed for this project may not be<br />
available anyway due to current Maori claims under the Treaty <strong>of</strong> Waitangi or it could be tied up for some years.<br />
Submitter feels consultation on the Sandhills route was confusing for the community and left people feeling that it was dishonest.<br />
Local traffic makes up over half the road usage and could be dealt with more effectively and cheaply than by an Expressway.<br />
Borrowing money to build roads <strong>of</strong> national significance in our current global economic times is not sensible.<br />
200,000 children living in poverty in New Zealand and this should be addressed.<br />
Local businesses will be affected by a down turn in trade as easy access to businesses will be lost and people will stay on the highway to go directly<br />
to their expected location instead <strong>of</strong> stopping <strong>of</strong>f as they can easily do now.<br />
Building on sand and peat carries great risks and will be excessively expensive.<br />
Rising sea level risks and climate change effects have not been properly accounted for.<br />
The route will be subject to liquefaction in the event <strong>of</strong> seismic activity.<br />
Destroying peat bogs releases large quantities <strong>of</strong> stored CO2 and is avoided in best practice.<br />
Questionable hydrology & more time is needed to research this<br />
The project blatantly denigrates NZTA’s own sensible policies on the avoidance <strong>of</strong> splitting communities.<br />
It destroys 80+ houses and leaves 1<strong>400</strong> within 200m <strong>of</strong> the road whose owners will involuntarily pay the cost <strong>of</strong> splitting communities in loss <strong>of</strong><br />
values <strong>of</strong> their properties.<br />
Noise and light levels will be a constant and continuing disturbance to peaceful neighbourhoods<br />
Construction will add a further health-destroying layer <strong>of</strong> noise, vibration and dust to the heart <strong>of</strong> a community.<br />
It will deliver a highly visible, noisy concrete barrier that will limit recreational, commercial and tourist-related activity and extend local travel<br />
times. (e.g., people living in Paraparaumu area would have to go on the motorway to get to Waikanae so would end up using the motorway as a<br />
local road).<br />
The driving speed <strong>of</strong> a 100 km/hour from 80 km/hour will likely lead to more accidents/deaths as it is a well known fact that speed kills.<br />
It will have a personal affect on submitter's family as my elderly mother-in-law has stated that she doesn't want to drive down from Palmerston<br />
North on a motorway that she cannot easily pull <strong>of</strong>f <strong>of</strong> to stop as she wishes so she will no longer be able to drive down to visit us.<br />
Degradation <strong>of</strong> significant Maori sites and disruption <strong>of</strong> dune buried bodies.<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> wildlife habitats and corridors, and added dangers for wildlife.<br />
Degradation <strong>of</strong> recreation that our unique natural landscape <strong>of</strong>fers to community and visitors<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> the ambience <strong>of</strong> Kapiti's seaside village community look and feel, the presence <strong>of</strong> which was foremost in decision to live here with<br />
family.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
However, if the<br />
application is<br />
approved,<br />
conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
noise asphalt is used where the<br />
expressway adjoins a residential area<br />
Wants to see noise walls or the highest<br />
quality preferred mitigation options in<br />
all residential areas provided.<br />
Wants to ensure that all residents<br />
affected by the motorway lighting will<br />
have the highest quality preferred<br />
mitigation options provided<br />
More recreational accesses across the<br />
expressway (under) to allow walkers,<br />
cyclists, horse riders, wildlife, etc to<br />
cross at accessible (e.g. walking<br />
distance) places along the route<br />
through all communities.<br />
Issues <strong>of</strong> noise during construction and<br />
operation to be remedied.<br />
Issues <strong>of</strong> wind-blown sand during<br />
construction, and its effects on<br />
property/community insufficiently<br />
dealt with be remedied.<br />
High grade low noise asphalt is used<br />
where the expressway adjoins a<br />
residential area.<br />
Noise walls or the highest quality<br />
preferred mitigation options in all<br />
residential areas provided.<br />
All residents affected by the motorway<br />
lighting will have the highest quality<br />
preferred mitigation options provided.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
525 Kapiti Coast<br />
Airport Limited<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Support Yes<br />
Health Impact Assessment (HIA) <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti expressway shows there are likely to be significant health impacts for anyone living within 200m <strong>of</strong><br />
the proposed road. HIA identified major health problems associated with living next to a motorway; increased risk <strong>of</strong> heart disease, high blood<br />
pressure, atherosclerosis, sleep disturbance and reduced cognitive functioning along with effects on mental health from noise, community<br />
severance and reduced quality <strong>of</strong> the surrounding environment. HIA also identified the major concern which was the lack <strong>of</strong> information many<br />
directly affected households had about the roading project.<br />
Issues <strong>of</strong> noise both during construction and subsequently insufficiently dealt with. Lack <strong>of</strong> detailed solutions to the above problems in the CEMP<br />
for the road.<br />
We want a local two lane road, as planned, to be built. We want to see improvements to SH1 existing route.<br />
Kapiti Coast Airport Zone is the largest potential development area in the district but uptake <strong>of</strong> development is reliant upon accessibility to the<br />
roading network. Whilst strongly in support <strong>of</strong> the expressway, the Airport Company has concerns in regards to the growth assumptions and the<br />
roading network in the vicinity <strong>of</strong> the Airport.<br />
One <strong>of</strong> the aims <strong>of</strong> the M2PP Expressway is ‘increased capacity providing for future regional and national economic growth and productivity’.<br />
It is vitally important that Kapiti Road and its intersection with the Expressway operate efficiently. Congestion in this area and the impact <strong>of</strong> this<br />
upon accessibility would represent a significant adverse effect <strong>of</strong> the Expressway project. The assessments presented in the application do not<br />
provide comfort that such adverse effects would be appropriately avoided, mitigated or remedied.<br />
The submitter intends calling expert planning and traffic evidence at the hearing.<br />
526 Mr Peter<br />
Graeme and<br />
Mrs Marion<br />
Milne<br />
527 Ms Dianna Fary Oppose No For economic, social, environmental and sustainable reasons the expressway option does not add up. Submitter's family has lived in the area for<br />
22 years and do not want an expressway breaking up the fabric <strong>of</strong> the community.<br />
Submitter believes that the original WLR option was more sensible.<br />
528 Ms Sonia<br />
Minnaar<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
The AEE be based upon more realistic<br />
and credible forecasts <strong>of</strong> future traffic<br />
activity associated with the Airport<br />
development and the district;<br />
More account be taken <strong>of</strong> the potential<br />
effects <strong>of</strong> the Expressway project upon<br />
the accessibility <strong>of</strong> the Airport<br />
development area;<br />
If such assessments cannot provide the<br />
necessary assurances regarding the<br />
future performance <strong>of</strong> the road<br />
network in the Kapiti Road area, then<br />
the proposed connectivity <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Expressway to the local road network<br />
must be reviewed, including<br />
consideration <strong>of</strong> a direct connection at<br />
Ihakara Street; and<br />
If a direct connection at Ihakara Street<br />
is not warranted immediately but is<br />
warranted at a later stage then it<br />
should be included in the M2PP<br />
project.<br />
Support No Expressway needs to be built ASAP to provide better roading for the area. Approve in full No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Oppose No Submitter chose to live here because <strong>of</strong> the richness <strong>of</strong> nature and close community lifestyle. Carving a motorway through the middle <strong>of</strong> the<br />
community significantly changes the landscape and feeling <strong>of</strong> the area.<br />
Additional noise and light pollution in communities where the peace and tranquillity have real value. Not just to residents, but also visitors.<br />
The option <strong>of</strong> upgrading SH1, and proceeding with the WLR, would remove local traffic <strong>of</strong>f SH1, be cheaper, have less impact to Kapiti<br />
communities, and individual homeowners, and would have achieved more traffic capacity from Levin to Wellington.<br />
There are a finite number <strong>of</strong> suburbs that a person can choose to live in, and still work in Wellington.<br />
Should not be putting an unnecessary motorway through the heart <strong>of</strong> one <strong>of</strong> our special areas that adds so much value to the region.<br />
529 Dr Janet Weber Oppose Yes The cost-benefit ratio does not justify construction.<br />
More sensible for the road closer to Wellington to be completed before a decision about the Kapiti section is reached.<br />
More efficient ways to address transportation on the Kapiti Coast.<br />
Evidence <strong>of</strong> declining road use in Kapiti. Anecdotally, have noticed that the traffic congestion in the evening leading into Waikanae has dropped<br />
over the past two years.<br />
The Expressway will take land out <strong>of</strong> productive use.<br />
People living close to the Expressway bear a greater cost than the rest <strong>of</strong> the community, but gain no greater benefit. All practicable steps need to<br />
be taken to mitigate the negative effects, e.g. noise, airborne pollutants, vibration, light. “Cost” cannot ethically be used as a determinant <strong>of</strong> what<br />
is “practicable” in terms <strong>of</strong> mitigating effects.<br />
Property values will drop. This cost needs to be borne equitably across the community.<br />
Some <strong>of</strong> the neighbourhoods the Expressway will pass through are less economically advantaged. Residents in these areas may be are less able to<br />
Decline in full & No conditions/changes sought.<br />
original two lane<br />
WLR road be<br />
reinstated.<br />
Decline in full No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
However, if the<br />
proposal does<br />
proceed,<br />
conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
NZTA required to set higher standards<br />
for mitigation <strong>of</strong> impact on those in the<br />
neighbourhoods adjoining the<br />
Expressway. This would include noise<br />
mitigation, health impact monitoring,<br />
access to community gardens,<br />
appropriate lighting, etc.<br />
For submitter's property (178 Ngarara<br />
Road, Waikanae), submitter would like<br />
a quieter road surface (OGPA) used on<br />
the section <strong>of</strong> the expressway between
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
530 Mr Peter Avery Support No<br />
cope with the ‘costs’ <strong>of</strong> the Expressway and they may be unable to move.<br />
Excellent that the Expressway incorporates a cycle/walking track, but that may not be sufficient to mitigate its negative effects on physical activity,<br />
due to a less pleasant outdoor environment. Children will not play in their backyards, or will suffer respiratory and noise related health problems.<br />
NZTA assess noise on in home levels. People need to be able to use their property<br />
The Expressway may impact home garden food production and/or the quality <strong>of</strong> that food. Negative consequences on those in more deprived<br />
neighbourhoods.<br />
Noise, dust, air pollution, vibration and light will all contribute to health problems <strong>–</strong> proposed measures are not sufficient to mitigate ill effects.<br />
Construction is likely to result in disruption <strong>of</strong> cultural/ burial sites <strong>of</strong> significance to Maori. This has implications for spiritual health.<br />
Design requirements for the Expressway include consideration <strong>of</strong> over-weight, over-dimension articulated trucks. Concerned about road safety for<br />
motorists at the northern end <strong>of</strong> the Expressway, as it is likely that such trucks will neither begin nor end their journey in Levin.<br />
Many people that submitter has talked with could not be bothered putting in a submission because “it is decided”. This disengagement may<br />
increase further with the construction <strong>of</strong> the proposed Expressway because it will form a physical barrier through communities. Engagement is<br />
important for a healthy, active community.<br />
The degraded outdoor environment is likely to impact on neighbourhood communication and activities.<br />
Kapiti is a narrow coastal stretch. SH1 is a noticeable scar, feel very sad that a second scar <strong>of</strong> more than twice the size may divide the communities,<br />
where at present the roads are mostly hidden by trees. Impact on the flora, fauna and waterways is inevitable.<br />
Because <strong>of</strong> road noise and airborne particles, the submitter opted for living at current location over others.<br />
Quiet and lack <strong>of</strong> background noise is important to submitter’s family because family member is partially deaf. Peaceful spot on property will no<br />
longer be tranquil; & this will be lost for the ‘good’ <strong>of</strong> the community and without compensation.<br />
Concerned about the impact <strong>of</strong> construction noise and dust/sand, and not confident that all practicable steps will be taken.<br />
Financial cost should not be the determinant <strong>of</strong> mitigating factors because affected residents are bearing the lifestyle cost for the rest <strong>of</strong> the<br />
community.<br />
Lifestyle and property will be devalued.<br />
Submitter lives adjacent to the existing SH1 and sees daily the frustrations/dangers <strong>of</strong> living near a road that operates as a local road and national<br />
highway.<br />
The frequent running <strong>of</strong> red lights in Waikanae that children and old people use is typical <strong>of</strong> the daily danger <strong>of</strong> overloading and existing road with<br />
through traffic. Having a future pro<strong>of</strong>ed, fit for purpose motorway will assist both long distance travellers and locals alike.<br />
The motorway will help ease congestion and equip us with infrastructure necessary for future growth.<br />
Need more jobs locally which in turn will assist with less people having to commute to Wellington for work reasons and build a more resilient local<br />
economy.<br />
Submitter states negative publicity is from vocal minority with assistance from the media and is not representative <strong>of</strong> the overall community.<br />
531 Mr John Short<br />
and Ms Gisella<br />
Schwass<br />
Oppose No Economic<br />
Benefit/cost data inaccurate.<br />
Road usage figures show declining road use in Kapiti.<br />
Use <strong>of</strong> asset sale money destroys credibility <strong>of</strong> the project.<br />
Consultation on Sandhills route was dishonest.<br />
Road usage mostly local traffic, other options more effective.<br />
<strong>Environmental</strong><br />
Modification/loss <strong>of</strong> dune landforms, wetlands, Maori sites, wildlife habitats.<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> the ambience <strong>of</strong> Kapiti which is why submitter resides there.<br />
Geographical<br />
Building on sand and peat risky/expensive.<br />
Rising sea level/climate change/seismic activity effects not accounted for.<br />
Destroying peat bogs releases stored CO2.<br />
Social<br />
Split communities, loss <strong>of</strong> property values.<br />
Noise and light constant disturbance, and construction effects to peaceful communities.<br />
Highly visible, noisy concrete barrier will impact recreational, commercial, tourism activity.<br />
Submitters Property<br />
New 4 lane road within 100m <strong>of</strong> submitters boundary<br />
Effects on saleability, visual amenity, air quality, issue <strong>of</strong> haul route and impacts from dust, noise, exhaust, vibrations.<br />
Groundwater and hydrological issues re dunes/wetland areas, water flow assessment post approval meaning insufficient info.<br />
Changes to leachate flow directions from Otaihanga landfill unknown.<br />
Construction effects on neighbouring properties not sufficiently addressed.<br />
Cycle track needs fencing and restricted to cycle use only.<br />
Approve with<br />
conditions/changes.<br />
Ferndale and Ngarara Road.<br />
Provision <strong>of</strong> confirmation that there<br />
will be no lighting on this portion <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Expressway.<br />
Effective noise mitigation plans<br />
exercised for surrounding residents.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
532 Mr Wayne Oppose Yes This option was ruled out by NZTA in original proposal 2009 with preferred option being "Expressway along railway corridor and concurrent Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Hamilton construction <strong>of</strong> a local road along the WLR alignment".<br />
Concerned that Transmission Gully project could be delayed due to economic climate and the expressway be left in the middle with little<br />
connectivity at either end. Motorway could be left with very little purpose. Also NZTA may be tempted to save costs and reduce standards. Project<br />
should be delayed until Transmission Gully is finished.<br />
Cyclists not catered for on highways, recreational activities such as cycling, horse riding, pedestrians compromised.<br />
Individual stream modifications may appear minor but overall impact significant. Should be viewed as a whole. Destruction <strong>of</strong> wetlands, sand<br />
dunes affecting habitat for native flora/fauna and high value open spaces taken away.<br />
Character <strong>of</strong> Kapiti Coast affected (bunding visual barriers). Little can be done to mitigate noise where the road is elevated; background hum has<br />
negative effect on health.<br />
Development is meant to enhance the existing environment, expressway does the opposite. Destroys wetlands, streams, dissects residential areas,<br />
noise, pollution, adversely affect lives <strong>of</strong> many.<br />
Future <strong>of</strong> Raumati south railway station jeopardized, no design for pedestrians/parking incorporated.<br />
Proposal seems out <strong>of</strong> proportion to fix what is in effect 3 traffic lights and a roundabout. Need to look at alternatives.<br />
533 Mr Michael and<br />
Mrs Queenie<br />
Hyland<br />
534 Ms Maureen<br />
Ellis<br />
535 Mr Alexander &<br />
Mrs Marion<br />
Oppose Yes Submitter owns the business 'The Winemakers Daughter' on the main highway in Te Horo. The plans proposed are detrimental to submitter's<br />
business.<br />
Oppose No Economic:<br />
Road usage figures over the last five years indicate declining road use in Kapiti, not the projected growth also used to justify the road.<br />
The benefit/cost data used in justification is faulty and now very inaccurate.<br />
The benefit/cost ratio for the road is now so low that it makes the building <strong>of</strong> the road a totally unviable proposition.<br />
Use <strong>of</strong> asset sale money to finance the Expressway, as suggested by the Prime Minister, further destroys its financial credibility.<br />
Submitter feels consultation on the Sandhills route was dishonest.<br />
Local traffic makes up over half the road usage and could be dealt with more effectively and cheaply than by an Expressway.<br />
Other countries have realised that expressways have not solved their traffic problems.<br />
Geographical:<br />
Building on sand and peat carries great risks and will be excessively expensive.<br />
Rising sea level risks and climate change effects have not been properly accounted for.<br />
The route will be subject to liquefaction in the event <strong>of</strong> seismic activity.<br />
Destroying peat bogs releases large quantities <strong>of</strong> stored CO2 and is avoided in best practice.<br />
Social:<br />
The project goes against NZTA’s own sensible policies on the avoidance <strong>of</strong> splitting communities.<br />
It will destroy 80+ houses and leave 1<strong>400</strong> within 200m <strong>of</strong> the road whose owners will involuntarily pay the cost <strong>of</strong> splitting communities in loss <strong>of</strong><br />
values <strong>of</strong> their properties. Many <strong>of</strong> these people will be unable to move elsewhere because <strong>of</strong> their economic situations.<br />
Noise and light levels will be a constant and continuing disturbance to peaceful neighbourhoods.<br />
Construction will add a further health-destroying layer <strong>of</strong> noise, vibration and dust to the heart <strong>of</strong> our community.<br />
The project will deliver a highly visible, noisy concrete barrier that will limit recreational, commercial and tourist-related activity and extend local<br />
travel times.<br />
The height <strong>of</strong> the road in places will destroy the tranquillity and peaceful feel <strong>of</strong> Kapiti.<br />
<strong>Environmental</strong>:<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> the peace and country feel <strong>of</strong> Kapiti, which was foremost in our decision to retire here.<br />
Views <strong>of</strong> Kapiti Island will be destroyed for many people.<br />
Exposure to diesel fumes can lead to increases in lung cancer, chronic bronchitis, asthma, heart attacks and bladder cancer. Many <strong>of</strong> the elderly in<br />
Kapiti, who suffer from chronic lung and heart disease, would have their conditions exacerbated by the extra pollutants.<br />
Degradation <strong>of</strong> significant Maori sites and disruption <strong>of</strong> dune buried bodies.<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> wildlife habitats and corridors, and added dangers for wildlife.<br />
Management Plan for Expressway<br />
Lack <strong>of</strong> detailed solutions to the above problems in the CEMP for the road.<br />
Particular objections relating to submitters property:<br />
Effect on saleability <strong>of</strong> property.<br />
Issues <strong>of</strong> noise both during construction and subsequently, are insufficiently dealt with.<br />
Issues <strong>of</strong> vibration and effects on property insufficiently dealt with.<br />
Issues <strong>of</strong> wind-blown sand during construction, and its effects on property insufficiently dealt with.<br />
Road surface noise and abatement insufficiently dealt with.<br />
Oppose Yes Unique nature <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti Coast would be destroyed by the expressway.<br />
Better alternative for removing 70% <strong>of</strong> north/south traffic is to build a 2 lane bridge for local traffic and follow the WLR. This alternative is more<br />
Redirect NZTA to<br />
look at other<br />
alternatives.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given. However,<br />
conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
A northbound <strong>of</strong>f ramp roundabout at<br />
Peka Peka interchange including<br />
signage.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full &<br />
abandon proposed<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
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Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Shanks cost effective for ratepayers <strong>of</strong> NZ and the necessary land already purchased.<br />
The proposed expressway route involves land known to be unstable, peat, underground streams, and involves added cost <strong>of</strong> millions <strong>of</strong> dollars to<br />
re-route the Maui gas pipeline.<br />
536 Ms Kathleen<br />
Pivac<br />
Oppose Yes The expressway route cuts through some <strong>of</strong> Kapiti’s green spaces and wetland areas.<br />
Effects on other native flora and fauna species.<br />
It will alter the environment and surroundings which are <strong>of</strong> high value in terms <strong>of</strong> peace and quiet, fresh air, sounds <strong>of</strong> nature, scenic vistas.<br />
It will reduce the ability <strong>of</strong> people to easily cross the expressway precluding different activities particularly for bikers and pedestrians.<br />
The Expressway will alter sites <strong>of</strong> historical interest on the Kapiti Coast.<br />
The Expressway will significantly increase noise levels in the community. Efforts towards noise mitigation do not cover the entire Expressway.<br />
International research shows reduced lung capacity is particularly significant in the elderly and in children living within 200m <strong>of</strong> highways. Major<br />
demographic <strong>of</strong> Kapiti is elderly or young families. Also severely affected will be those with pre-existing respiratory cardiovascular conditions.<br />
NZTA has little or no mitigation for post-construction air pollution.<br />
On- and <strong>of</strong>f- ramp intersections (Te Moana Rd, Kapiti Rd) are elevated and have all-night lighting, affecting those living up to 500m away.<br />
Vibration mitigation measures do not cover entire length <strong>of</strong> expressway.<br />
Construction trucks will use Kapiti Rd, Te Moana Rd, Otaihanga Rd and SH1 as access to expressway construction sites. This will disrupt local traffic<br />
flows. Noise and vibration levels will be increased during the construction period (3-5 years). Increased dust will affect vegetable gardens and fruit<br />
trees, leading to reduced food security.<br />
Further divides the communities <strong>of</strong> Raumati, Paraparaumu and Waikanae, already severed by SH1. Poor east-west flow and limits access to<br />
north/south.<br />
Approximately 1500 houses are located within 200m <strong>of</strong> the expressway. Many built properties within the last 15 years based on the route<br />
designated as a local road. The scale, scope and designation <strong>of</strong> the expressway are drastically different and will severely impact on residents<br />
through Waikanae and Raumati South.<br />
Route was originally discarded by NZTA due to high level <strong>of</strong> severance.<br />
Construction activities may affect underground water build-up and flows, seawater flows and bore fields.<br />
Heavy metal pollution and run<strong>of</strong>f can cause salination <strong>of</strong> waterways including aquifers, especially concerning in Waikanae due to high water table<br />
and prevalence <strong>of</strong> reclaimed wetland.<br />
Will create a north/south dam in an area already prone to flooding and cuts across complex ground water systems.<br />
The expressway is located on peat swamps, with pockets <strong>of</strong> peat all along the route. Amount <strong>of</strong> fill required to be taken out and replaced is<br />
massive.<br />
Overstated economic benefits. Local house prices have reduced and those located within 100m are virtually unsellable. Plans for eco-subdivisions<br />
in north Waikanae halted due to expressway.<br />
Wheeler report stated it will cost local economy up to 300m in lost revenue due to lost opportunity for development from the local link road.<br />
BCR <strong>of</strong> Kapiti expressway at 0.6 reflects the lack <strong>of</strong> justification for the road.<br />
Cost <strong>of</strong> construction had risen from $380m to $630m within 2 years.<br />
Local economy will suffer due to limited access <strong>of</strong> the expressway; commuters will effectively bypass Kapiti to travel to larger towns and cities.<br />
Funding for regional road upgrades, safety improvements (including for safety barriers in an area prone to fatal accidents) and public transport<br />
reduced due to prioritization <strong>of</strong> RoNS for land transport funding.<br />
Urban arterial north-south link road would have solved Kapiti traffic problems for 1/3 the price or alternative eastern expressway route is better as<br />
on bearing ground and along the rail corridor and avoids the urban housing.<br />
537 Generation Zero Oppose Yes Inefficient end use <strong>of</strong> energy and climate change effects:<br />
The Wellington RONS, including the Expressway, will result in a significant net decline in public transport patronage and increase in private vehicle<br />
trips; i.e. it will promote unsustainable resource use, inefficient end use <strong>of</strong> energy, and increased greenhouse gas emissions.<br />
Inconsistency with regional planning documents:<br />
The effects directly undermine several objectives, key outcomes, related outcomes and strategic targets in the Wellington Regional Land Transport<br />
Strategy; in particular, Objective 5 (ensure environmental sustainability), and key outcomes 1.1 (increased peak period public transport mode<br />
share) and 3.1 (reduced greenhouse gas emissions).<br />
Kapiti's transport issues could be addressed with the urban arterial north-south link road for reduced environmental impact and greater<br />
consistency with regional transport objectives.<br />
538 Mrs Karina<br />
Bergin<br />
Oppose Yes Realm Drive is currently designated "Residents Access Only" (with a sign currently being displayed). Why would this change to an alternative route<br />
during construction <strong>of</strong> the expressway?<br />
[1] Realm Drive as alternative route during construction <strong>of</strong> expressway.<br />
expressway,<br />
upgrade SH1, build<br />
WLR and 2 lane<br />
bridge over<br />
Waikanae River,<br />
leave Maui gas line<br />
where it is on stable<br />
ground.<br />
Decline in full No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full No conditions/changes sought.<br />
That the board <strong>of</strong><br />
inquiry designate<br />
another road (not<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
539 Mr Simon Doran Oppose No Concerned with NZ's green reputation. Roads through housing estates are not sustainable or socially acceptable.<br />
Illogical to spend more than you have to on roads. When such questions are being asked by people as far away as the Americas about the<br />
greenness and decisions <strong>of</strong> NZ, then this must be wrong.<br />
The Expressway is the wrong decision for social, economical, environmental and ethical reasons.<br />
This road should not go ahead for reasons relating to ethics, social, environmental, economics, reputation and increases in pollution.<br />
Submitter believes that building a local bridge crossing over the Waikanae River is good for local connectivity and the continuing lifestyles <strong>of</strong> the<br />
peaceful Kapiti community.<br />
540 Mr Steven<br />
Bright<br />
541 Mr Graham C T<br />
Bathgate<br />
542 Highway<br />
Occupants<br />
Group<br />
Oppose No The Expressway is not a viable sustainable solution for the problem <strong>of</strong> peak flow congestion. The extra debt is not affordable for something a low<br />
cost benefit ratio.<br />
The Expressway will divide communities.<br />
The Expressway will do nothing to improve the remains <strong>of</strong> a stunning ecosystem in Kapiti, but will add visual, physical and particulate pollution.<br />
A lot <strong>of</strong> effort went into the WLR. Submitter prefers the WLR as an alternative to the proposed Expressway.<br />
Oppose Yes Social effects on the individual and neighbours since being told <strong>of</strong> the proposed expressway and need to relocate away. Include disruption for<br />
individuals and their lives, requirement to relocate, loss <strong>of</strong> and for community, a range <strong>of</strong> responses, how the route influences the responses and<br />
the real reason for the proposed route.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> health and well-being as a result <strong>of</strong> the proposed route.<br />
Submitter has sense <strong>of</strong> outrage, sadness, loss, desperation, pain and injustice especially given the existence <strong>of</strong> an alternative route which would<br />
cause little loss <strong>of</strong> homes.<br />
Oppose Yes Public land designated for roading purposes for 50 years provides a feasible and reasonable alternative alignment for the southern section <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Expressway.<br />
NZTA’s explanations as to why the designated land left vacant for roading is not being used cannot be substantiated.<br />
The proposed alignment does not achieve the purpose <strong>of</strong> Part 2 <strong>of</strong> the RMA, ins<strong>of</strong>ar as the ability <strong>of</strong> the local community to provide for their<br />
social, economic and cultural well-being is not enabled by the selected rout. Adverse effects on those well-beings will not be avoided, remedied or<br />
mitigated, whereas there is a viable alternative route which would achieve this.<br />
The Highway Occupants Group is seeking that Option No. 2A (as set out in Table 9.10 <strong>of</strong> the AEE, which uses the abovementioned designated land<br />
and then passes through a section <strong>of</strong> QE Park) be utilised. The reasoning for this is elaborated upon below.<br />
NZTA has indicated a wish to minimise impacts on Queen Elizabeth Park land. However NZTA’s proposed route still requires the acquisition <strong>of</strong> land<br />
from QE Park.<br />
NZTA’s proposed route (Option No. 2B) and the alternative route through the vacant land designated for roading (the Western Link Road, Option<br />
No. 2A) both require consents from the Minister <strong>of</strong> Conservation. There is the potential for identical issues <strong>of</strong> appeals and time delays to get<br />
consent to use park land to occur under NZTA’s proposed Option 2B alignment. Much <strong>of</strong> the additional park land that would be required for<br />
Option No. 2A, in the northeast corner <strong>of</strong> QE Park, is currently being used as a clean fill dump site and paddocks.<br />
The Te Ra Steiner School and Raumati South School are located near the land designated for the Western Link Road, which would also be used for<br />
the Option No. 2A road alignment. According to NZTA, air quality and noise impacts on these two schools are main drivers for not building the<br />
expressway on the WLR route. However Te Ra School applied for and received resource consent to build on its present site after being warned by<br />
NZTA that a major road would be built in close proximity in the future. Te Ra School could be moved to another site. The social impacts associated<br />
with moving the school, are <strong>of</strong> less significance than those being faced by the residents who will, under the current proposal, have their homes<br />
destroyed. Dozens <strong>of</strong> households on Leinster Avenue and Main Road South would be left in close proximity to the proposed expressway, subjected<br />
to air and noise quality issues.<br />
The ecological value and significance <strong>of</strong> the area, which would be destroyed by NZTA’s proposed southern entrance, have not been investigated by<br />
NZTA. It is an area <strong>of</strong> unique biodiversity, <strong>of</strong> native trees, plants, and magnificent stands <strong>of</strong> mature trees <strong>of</strong> up to a hundred years old. It is part <strong>of</strong> a<br />
series <strong>of</strong> vital bush links for native birds that fly between Kapiti Island, the Raumati Escarpment Reserve, and the Akatarawa Ranges, providing<br />
valuable roosting and feeding sites. In stark contrast, the route originally designated for roading at the southern end consists chiefly <strong>of</strong> scrub <strong>–</strong><br />
mainly gorse and blackberry, with sparse kanuka.<br />
Over 50 households will be left in close proximity to the lengthy construction and the operation <strong>of</strong> a major expressway.<br />
There has been little or no testing to determine the depths <strong>of</strong> the peat known to exist on many <strong>of</strong> the private properties NZTA seeks to acquire.<br />
The submitter believes that the lack <strong>of</strong> technical information undermines the AEE.<br />
NZTA states that iwi do not support an expressway through QE Park, yet neither Te Ati Awa Runanga nor Ngati Toa Runanaga has signalled<br />
objections. Historical evidence indicates there is a high probability <strong>of</strong> Maori artefacts being unearthed near Poplar Avenue and Main Road South.<br />
The social, emotional and cultural costs connected to uprooting families from their homes, where they have planted trees, created gardens,<br />
Realm Drive) as an<br />
alternate route<br />
during construction.<br />
Decline in full No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Abandon the<br />
propose route<br />
through our<br />
properties and<br />
choose a smaller<br />
new road suited to<br />
going on the 60 year<br />
designated route<br />
(old WLR route).<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
543 Mrs Susie Mills Oppose in<br />
part<br />
544 Mr Air<br />
Commodore PG<br />
Tyler OBE<br />
545 Dr Rochelle J<br />
Wilson<br />
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Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
landscaped properties to encourage birdlife and wildlife, and created walking tracks between houses. There are costs to social networks,<br />
neighbourhoods and communities, costs to individual and communal wellbeing. It is submitted that inadequate consideration <strong>of</strong> these social and<br />
cultural effects, in the context <strong>of</strong> the alternative route options available, has been undertaken.<br />
The selected option was chosen for reasons <strong>of</strong> expediency. There are a number <strong>of</strong> factors which point to this being the case.<br />
Submitter believes that there are flaws in the Multi-Criteria Analysis scores and the way this methodology has been applied.<br />
No meaningful urban design work has been undertaken in the design <strong>of</strong> the expressway. Urban design work has not yet been undertaken. The<br />
expressway is primarily an engineering response. The absence <strong>of</strong> urban design input has led to a poorly designed route.<br />
The proposed Poplar Avenue interchange would be sited beneath unstable escarpment.<br />
There are two substantial springs flowing from a site near Mataihuka Pa. The Waitapu springs flow beneath the railway line and SH1, out into<br />
substantial wetlands adjacent to Livingstone Gardens centre, an area that may also be archaeologically and culturally significant.<br />
The rationale for NZTA’s preferred route for the southern end <strong>of</strong> the Expressway is based on generalisation and superficial research.<br />
Residents, who, upon purchase <strong>of</strong> their properties, undertook careful research into all existing reports on roading plans, are being subjected to<br />
unfair treatment. The alternative is not through a populated area, but land which has been left vacant for 50 years specifically for the purposes <strong>of</strong><br />
roading.<br />
The Highway Occupants' Group urges NZTA to use the public land that exists in the vicinity <strong>of</strong> 89 Poplar Avenue for the expressway (designated for<br />
over 50 years for roading).<br />
No Noise at 29 Titoki Road will be unacceptable for beach holiday environment. Houses will require double glazing. Noise issues need further<br />
thought and have been overlooked as a side issue.<br />
Access from Waikanae Beach to town will be highly compromised, could be resolved by moving back to the current location.<br />
Location <strong>of</strong> Waimeha Stream is concerning in terms <strong>of</strong> flooding and ponding. Flooding <strong>of</strong> beach properties near the golf course is likely.<br />
Waikanae Beach is Wellington's best beach suburb, now in the middle <strong>of</strong> an expressway.<br />
Te Moana Road residents will be negatively affected, not enough investigation into how the road will impact on the 450 houses.<br />
Idea <strong>of</strong> expressway understood, the location is wrong.<br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose No Concerned with noise, pollution, visual pollution effects from the Expressway through the middle <strong>of</strong> a peaceful, naturally beautiful community.<br />
Concerned with the destruction <strong>of</strong> homes, livelihoods, living standards, peace, happiness and family way <strong>of</strong> life.<br />
Proposal is not financially viable, not legitimate ethically, and not acceptable according to the United Nations Declaration <strong>of</strong> Human Rights. People<br />
have the right to a peaceful life style <strong>of</strong> a high standard and not to be forced into a slum situation <strong>of</strong> living.<br />
It is not economically acceptable when there is an alternative <strong>of</strong> a peaceful local connecting route across the Waikanae River which alleviates the<br />
traffic on SH1 by taking local traffic <strong>of</strong>f, making SH1 safer and less congested. This option is cheaper and less damaging to wildlife and to people's<br />
homes, family life and community lifestyles.<br />
Construction <strong>of</strong> the Expressway is not the way to maintain NZ's reputation.<br />
Concerns relate to social, environmental, sustainability, pollution, economics, geographical, ethical.<br />
Oppose Yes Submitter is aware <strong>of</strong> the difficulties <strong>of</strong> congestion for about 2 hours morning, evening, and similar times on Public Holidays. Large trucks tend to<br />
drive in the Kapiti area outside <strong>of</strong> the congested times.<br />
Concerned with the social effects <strong>of</strong> the proposed Expressway, houses lost or made intolerable by noise and light 24 hours a day.<br />
Concerned with the construction phase.<br />
Concerned that the light pollution <strong>of</strong> the raised Expressway will hide so much <strong>of</strong> its beauty.<br />
The carbon footprint <strong>of</strong> this road would be huge: the peat soils carbon capture will be disrupted; the vast quantities <strong>of</strong> concrete needed to be<br />
poured; the fuel used by the large trucks and other road making machinery.<br />
Sea level rise is not being taken seriously by NZTA. The water table will rise from the seaward side<br />
Interference with water drainage from the ranges.<br />
The proposed Expressway makes no economic sense. The Cost/Benefit ratio started out as 0.6.<br />
Expenditure on the proposed road will cause reduced spending on road maintenance elsewhere.<br />
The WLR approved by NZTA, generally approved by the Kapiti community, paid for over years by Kapiti ratepayers, was basically complete. The<br />
WLR will not disrupt the lives, homes, and environment as much as the Expressway.<br />
Would cause intolerable disruption and suffering to those directly affected, all those affected by noise and light <strong>of</strong> a completed road, and road<br />
construction.<br />
Would reduce, not increase, the economic well-being <strong>of</strong> this region.<br />
Takes money away from more sensible roading and transport activity including the Capital Connection, upgrades to SH1.<br />
A use <strong>of</strong> finite physical resources.<br />
An affront to the sand-dune, wetland, environment <strong>of</strong> Kapiti and all the volunteer groups working hard for decades to improve these areas for<br />
wildlife and beauty.<br />
546 Mr Frank Borren Support No Submitter supports the Expressway going ahead.<br />
547 Dr Robert<br />
Kieboom<br />
Oppose Yes Increased vehicle exhaust pollution along the proposed expressway corridor through the heart <strong>of</strong> suburban Kapiti within metres <strong>of</strong> occupied<br />
resident’s houses.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Large increase in exposure to vehicle pollutants 24 hours a day to the residents alongside the expressway.<br />
Diesel powered vehicles emit unburnt diesel particles into the air and these have been listed as carcinogenic by the WHO.<br />
Leading medical journal The Lancet has published United States research that shows children living within 500m <strong>of</strong> a busy main road grew up with<br />
significantly reduced lung capacity and increased incidence <strong>of</strong> permanent lung damage.<br />
Significant potential for literally thousands <strong>of</strong> Kapiti children to have their long term health adversely and permanently affected.<br />
Submitter provides two website links to research articles.<br />
Report published by the US EPA summarises six years <strong>of</strong> study on the health effects <strong>of</strong> living in close proximity to high traffic corridors similar to<br />
the proposed expressway.<br />
The expressway proposal will move a large volume <strong>of</strong> vehicle emission pollution from the periphery <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti Coast population and place it<br />
centrally in the population’s living space.<br />
Much <strong>of</strong> the proposed expressway passes through the lower socio-economic suburbs <strong>of</strong> Kapiti, and inhabitants tend to have an increased<br />
incidence <strong>of</strong> chronic medical conditions.<br />
These areas also tend to have a higher proportion <strong>of</strong> Maori residents along with their well-documented chronic health issues and lead to worse<br />
health outcomes for the local Maori population contrary to the government’s obligation to the Treaty <strong>of</strong> Waitangi.<br />
Increased exposure to vehicle airborne pollutants will exacerbate these pre-existing morbidities.<br />
Submitter believes it is an inescapable conclusion that residents’ health will suffer.<br />
Submitter expected the EPA to refer the proposal to the Environment Court where a more robust analysis could take place on airborne pollutants<br />
along the route <strong>of</strong> the proposed expressway and along SH1.<br />
A social and health tragedy to ‘just build the expressway’, then find out 10 years later Kapiti has a cohort <strong>of</strong> children living alongside the<br />
expressway with chronic health issues.<br />
Need to consider the burden on the health budget e.g. time <strong>of</strong>f work, school, expense <strong>of</strong> doctors’ visits, hospitalisation costs, cost <strong>of</strong> asthma<br />
medication, antibiotics for increased lung infections etc.<br />
548 Mr Gavin Welsh Support No Submitter supports growth in the Kapiti region, and believes improved infrastructure will add to the prosperity <strong>of</strong> all New Zealanders.<br />
549 Mr Reece Baker Oppose Yes Reliance on oil as a means <strong>of</strong> fuelling transport is unsustainable, dangerous to extract, expensive and harmful to the environment.<br />
Need to focus on developing sustainable and environmentally friendly means <strong>of</strong> transport. Building this expressway will prolong and heighten<br />
consumption, emissions and reliance.<br />
Investment should be targeted towards improving public transport, improving existing dangerous roads.<br />
Construction will cause detriment to local ecology and wildlife, soil erosion, and the potential discharge <strong>of</strong> contaminated water into the land.<br />
An independent Health Impact Assessment (by Dr Marie O’Sullivan) shows that it is likely to significantly affect the health <strong>of</strong> anyone living within<br />
200m <strong>of</strong> the expressway, especially for the elderly and young families. Most notably will be the increased risk <strong>of</strong> heart disease, high blood<br />
pressure, atherosclerosis, and sleep disturbance due to noise levels.<br />
The Expressway will be an eyesore on an otherwise natural and beautiful environment. The Kapiti district is renowned for its beautiful nature - the<br />
towering structures <strong>of</strong> an expressway would completely tarnish this image, will disconnect and sever the community.<br />
550 Mrs Lynne<br />
Rosemary<br />
Cruickshank<br />
Support No The expressway is a sensible and safe option and meets the requirements <strong>of</strong> the RMA.<br />
Other two options as suggested by the KCDC do not meet any <strong>of</strong> the road safety criteria.<br />
Submitter is concerned with the high rate <strong>of</strong> accidents, and consequent delays, despite recent remedial work.<br />
Recent earthquakes, accident delays on the Hutt Road, and even volcanic activity compels an alternative safe egress.<br />
Goods trains during the night make more noise and vibration than any heavy road traffic. Drivers using the proposed new expressway would not<br />
cause any more noise/pollution than existing, and to no detriment to health and well being.<br />
The expressway will benefit local businesses in Waikanae due to easier parking, and a marked reduction in the number <strong>of</strong> trucks passing.<br />
More efficient service from carriers delivering goods to supermarkets and local businesses.<br />
Important that our local road i.e. SH1 is maintained in better order than it currently is in, and to be environmentally sustainable.<br />
551 Mr Hugo Tyler Oppose No Submitter considers that no amount <strong>of</strong> money and economic growth is worth the destruction <strong>of</strong> people's homes, lifestyles, environment or<br />
wildlife.<br />
Submitter believes that the people <strong>of</strong> a country come first.<br />
Decisions should be ethical, economic, environmental and sustainable. An Expressway that goes through people's homes and leaves hundreds<br />
living on or near a polluting, noisy expressway is not acceptable.<br />
Submitter objects to this Expressway on numerous counts but mainly on social, environmental, economic grounds.<br />
552 Miss Kimbra<br />
Taylor<br />
553 Mr Colin Albert<br />
Mackinnon<br />
Oppose No Supports the construction <strong>of</strong> the WLR as a 2 lane green corridor linking the communities <strong>of</strong> Raumati, Paraparaumu and Waikanae.<br />
The Expressway will be a health hazard due to the increase <strong>of</strong> heavy traffic.<br />
Concern with noise and visual pollution.<br />
Mitigation cannot lighten the negative impacts on the peaceful, seaside communities.<br />
Expressway will serve the construction and trucking industries, not residents.<br />
Oppose No The Expressway does not make sense financially, socially and environmentally. It is unnecessary, and will result in the destruction <strong>of</strong> 316ha <strong>of</strong><br />
green site land and split the community in two.<br />
Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
To focus investment<br />
in sustainable means<br />
<strong>of</strong> transportation.<br />
To improve existing<br />
roads deemed<br />
dangerous.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Approve in full No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
That the existing<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
554 Miss Caroline<br />
Lisa Howard<br />
555 Mrs Robyn<br />
Elisabeth Ash<br />
556 Mr John Paul<br />
Edgar<br />
557 Miss Alison<br />
McEwen<br />
558 Mr Matthew<br />
Thomas Howard<br />
559 Mr Anthony R<br />
Gray<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
SH1 is already 90% ready for four laned traffic; the main problem is the traffic signals at Kapiti Road and Waikanae. Submitter suggests the<br />
construction <strong>of</strong> over/under-passes at these locations. This will avoid the unnecessary destruction <strong>of</strong> the natural environment, the social cohesion<br />
<strong>of</strong> a community and the savings <strong>of</strong> billions <strong>of</strong> dollars.<br />
The construction <strong>of</strong> a tunnel at the War Memorial site in Wellington is proposed in a low water table area; yet NZTA have commented that the<br />
above areas are too low for an underpass.<br />
Submitter believes the suggestion that Expressway is needed to avoid a bottleneck is incorrect, because the bulk <strong>of</strong> the traffic heading north has<br />
dissipated by Paraparaumu. Most <strong>of</strong> the day entry from Raumati Road onto SH1 is very easy <strong>–</strong> it is only the long weekends and holidays that<br />
people know to avoid SH1.<br />
A review <strong>of</strong> the traffic flow statistics is required.<br />
Oppose No Expressway is unnecessary as most <strong>of</strong> the traffic is local.<br />
WLR is the best option.<br />
Submitter does not want the Expressway cutting through the peaceful coastal towns.<br />
Will create debt.<br />
Submitter lives 100m from the proposed Expressway.<br />
Submitter fears that bird life will be lost as the area seems to be a corridor for tui, kereru, and fantail.<br />
Noise and lights will have a negative impact.<br />
Children will be exposed to dust, noise, and carbon monoxide fumes during/after construction.<br />
Oppose Yes Submitter believes there will be costs to the community from the destruction <strong>of</strong> the unique string <strong>of</strong> communities on the Kapiti Coast (a national<br />
treasure).<br />
Freight could be transported on a double tracked, electrified rail system, through the area.<br />
The extent <strong>of</strong> works will destroy the symbiotic balance <strong>of</strong> the natural environment.<br />
Submitter considers Kapiti Island as a treasure, where birdlife is renewed to the extent that they are becoming commonplace on the mainland.<br />
This ongoing project is about to be destroyed and set back.<br />
Support No The Expressway proposal meets the requirements <strong>of</strong> the RMA.<br />
SH1 through Kapiti has an appalling crash rate, and at key travel times, unacceptable congestion.<br />
Road conditions adversely impact all residents, local businesses and it is not able to sustain the requirements <strong>of</strong> living in the district.<br />
In spite <strong>of</strong> recent improvements, the high crash risk and potential delays on SH1 remain a deterrent to local travel for Waikanae residents.<br />
The two lane WLR was not fit for purpose fails to meet road safety standards and would be a death trap.<br />
As an alternative to the proposed expressway, the WLR would be completely inadequate, fail to meet government funding criteria on safety<br />
grounds, and cannot be considered an alternative to the Expressway for dealing with traffic related environmental issues.<br />
The district and region urgently needs safe, efficient, and environmentally sustainable road links to reduce the cost <strong>of</strong> transport, and enable more<br />
economic growth.<br />
More homes and workplaces located near the existing SH1 are adversely affected by noise, vibration and air pollution than those located near the<br />
proposed Expressway.<br />
The Expressway will improve environmental related health outcomes as well as significantly reducing crash trauma.<br />
Overall, the Expressway will reduce the present negative traffic impacts <strong>of</strong> crash costs, delays, severance and air pollution. Potential adverse<br />
impacts are well mitigated, and will have fewer impacts than the existing road or WLR alternative.<br />
Oppose No Submitter believes the Expressway will:<br />
Break up long established residential communities.<br />
Destroy natural landscape during construction and then through light and noise pollution.<br />
Cause heavier traffic on local roads connected to the Expressway, with additional noise and air pollution for residents not living in the direct path<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Expressway.<br />
Oppose No<br />
Submitter believes that there should be the development <strong>of</strong> sustainable, alternative transport forms (e.g. improved rail).<br />
Should not be spending huge amounts <strong>of</strong> tax payer money on road transport.<br />
Submitter bought house 10 years ago with the expectation that a road was to be built on the Sandhills route, not within 100m <strong>of</strong> Submitter’s<br />
property. Property has been devalued, stuck, would never have bought in the area had they known. Cannot understand why the Sandhills route is<br />
not being used.<br />
Use Sandhills route established over 50 years ago.<br />
Road is too grand for these economic times, it’s unrealistic and unnecessary.<br />
More money into public transport to relieve congestion.<br />
Oppose Yes Submitter's lifestyle covers travelling north/south on the main road and travelling within Kapiti to family, friends, community groups, health,<br />
recreation and retail services.<br />
route <strong>of</strong> SH1 be four<br />
lanes with the<br />
replacement <strong>of</strong><br />
traffic signals at<br />
Kapiti Road and<br />
Waikanae with an<br />
over/under-pass to<br />
allow through traffic<br />
to pass through<br />
Kapiti unimpeded.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. That No conditions/changes sought.<br />
NZTA go back to the<br />
drawing board and<br />
design something<br />
ecologically sensible<br />
and in line with the<br />
future development<br />
<strong>of</strong> NZ.<br />
Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Decline in full. Use<br />
the land put aside<br />
over for 50 years<br />
ago for the WLR.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
560 Ms Suzan Wrinn Oppose No<br />
Submitter's concerns are about:<br />
The environment.<br />
Future ease <strong>of</strong> movement around the District.<br />
The disruption <strong>of</strong> Maori sites <strong>of</strong> cultural significance.<br />
The impact on a healthy environment disturbed by traffic noise, lights visual pollution.<br />
The excess cost when there is a less costly alternative.<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> nationally threatened bird and fish life.<br />
The lack <strong>of</strong> long term thinking into the future <strong>of</strong> transport changes.<br />
The use <strong>of</strong> funding that would not be available for more sensible improvements to meet NZ's transport needs.<br />
The Expressway is likely to result in significant or irreversible changes to the environment.<br />
Everything <strong>of</strong> importance to the Submitter will be severely impacted.<br />
The Expressway is not the best option to meet the Submitter’s needs, those <strong>of</strong> the community, or the retirement population,.<br />
The Expressway is not an efficient, economically viable, safe and sustainable roading system.<br />
An Expressway that divides a community is unacceptable.<br />
Local traffic will lose their connectivity.<br />
Local people are being forced to live next to an Expressway instead <strong>of</strong> a quiet winding small 50km/hr local connecting road with cycle, bridle and<br />
walking paths.<br />
A community will be divided by a road to meet the promises <strong>of</strong> the haulage industry.<br />
Alternatives to the congestion on SH1 are to upgrade it, build the local 50km/hr WLR and subsidise freight to use the railways. Long term this is<br />
environmentally friendly, economical, socially acceptable, safer for road travel, will alleviate congestion for through traffic, and allows connectivity<br />
for local commuters.<br />
The Expressway is not economically viable, sustainable long term, environmentally friendly, ethical, or acceptable to divide a peaceful, beautiful NZ<br />
coastline.<br />
Submitter believes the road should not go ahead.<br />
561 Mr Eric John<br />
Robinson<br />
562 Paekakariki<br />
Community<br />
Board<br />
563 Miss Lorraine<br />
Robertson<br />
Support No The Expressway will provide:<br />
Easier and safer movement <strong>of</strong> vehicles, move heavy vehicles through area safely, and stop congestion at peak times.<br />
For the development <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti Coast.<br />
Oppose Yes Paekakariki has strong connections with the rest <strong>of</strong> the district and understanding <strong>of</strong> the importance <strong>of</strong> community cohesion in providing<br />
community well-being.<br />
The application is contrary to the purpose <strong>of</strong> the RMA; the project will undermine the community in terms <strong>of</strong> social, health and environmental<br />
effects.<br />
The mitigation measures outlined in KCDC's submission are supported by the submitter. However these will not alleviate the negative social and<br />
environmental impact <strong>of</strong> this project.<br />
The assessment <strong>of</strong> the cumulative effects <strong>of</strong> impacts from construction and the operation <strong>of</strong> the road is inadequate. Unless such an adequate<br />
assessment is carried out, and shows the impacts to be acceptable, the submitter believes the application should not be approved.<br />
KCDC's submission states that "the definition <strong>of</strong> severance used in the Social Impact Assessment is inadequate". Submitter agrees that the<br />
definition suggested in KCDC's submission be applied:<br />
"Separation from facilities, services and social networks they wish to use within their community, changes in comfort and attractiveness <strong>of</strong> areas;<br />
and/or people changing travel patterns due to the physical, traffic flow and/or psychological barriers created by transport corridors and their use."<br />
If this definition is applied, the acceptability <strong>of</strong> the project is in question, no matter what mitigation is <strong>of</strong>fered by way <strong>of</strong> east/west linkage.<br />
Submitter believes this project should be abandoned in favour <strong>of</strong> the much less expensive option <strong>of</strong> an improved SH1, and improved local roading<br />
(WLR).<br />
Oppose No Submitter has lived on property for 35 years. Over the last 5 years, the submitter has relocated an old villa to the site, and would not have done so<br />
had the submitter known about the Expressway.<br />
Expressway will ruin outlook and serenity.<br />
Waikanae has a peaceful village atmosphere which will no longer exist if the Expressway cuts through.<br />
Flooding a problem on submitters property and has concerns that the Expressway will exacerbate the flooding.<br />
Kapiti as one <strong>of</strong> the most beautiful places in the world will be lost.<br />
Submitter's lifestyle covers travelling north/south on the main road and travelling within Kapiti to family, friends, community groups, health,<br />
recreation and retail services.<br />
Submitter has concerns about:<br />
The environment.<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> homes, decrease in house and land values.<br />
Sustainability.<br />
Decline in full No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Decline in full<br />
(inferred), in favour<br />
<strong>of</strong> an improved SH1,<br />
and improved local<br />
roading (WLR).<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
564 Dr Maram<br />
Wardakyn<br />
565 Miss Tessa<br />
Mackay<br />
566 Ms Sandy<br />
Houston and Mr<br />
Rod Lord<br />
567 Ms Susan<br />
Arnold<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose No<br />
Future ease <strong>of</strong> movement around the District.<br />
The disruption <strong>of</strong> Maori sites <strong>of</strong> cultural significance.<br />
The impact on a healthy environment disturbed by traffic noise, lights visual pollution.<br />
The excess cost when there is a less costly alternative.<br />
The impact <strong>of</strong> emission on health and global warming.<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> nationally threatened bird and fish life.<br />
The severance <strong>of</strong> communities.<br />
The lack <strong>of</strong> long term thinking into the future <strong>of</strong> transport changes.<br />
Flooding impacts.<br />
The expressway is likely to result in significant or irreversible changes to the environment.<br />
Everything <strong>of</strong> importance to the submitter will be severely impacted. It is not the best option to meet the submitter’s needs and those <strong>of</strong> the<br />
community, retirement population.<br />
The submitter considers the Expressway option as not being an efficient, economically viable, safe and sustainable roading system.<br />
NZ is the submitter's favourite country with a mild climate, beautiful peaceful scenery, and friendly people.<br />
Submitter is concerned to see the Government caring little for its people by damaging their homes and lifestyles by building this road.<br />
Submitter considers that there are cheaper alternatives that are quicker to build, will alleviate congestion on SH1, will allow locals to have a<br />
second crossing across the local river, does not divide the community, is long term sustainably, and environmentally friendly.<br />
In comparison to Egypt, big business ahead <strong>of</strong> the people's welfare is worse than the corruption and discrimination the submitter feels in Egypt.<br />
People and their lifestyle, freedom, needs and rights should come first.<br />
Submitter opposes this road through the Kapiti community based on social issues, environmental issues, and economic issues, cultural, sustainable<br />
and ethical reasons.<br />
Oppose No Submitter does not want the Expressway to proceed because it will create more exhaust emissions.<br />
Horses will not have anywhere to live.<br />
The submitter will miss picking blackberries.<br />
Submitter's Mum doesn't support children going on marches, but submitter is concerned about the Expressway and wanted to make a submission.<br />
Oppose Yes Submitter bought home in a semi-rural environment which is now threatened by visual, aural and pollution degradation.<br />
Submitter previously lived in La Canada in LA County, and can attest to severance, noise and pollution, carbon monoxide and property value<br />
impacts <strong>of</strong> freeways.<br />
Submitter has experienced sound walls which deflect noise, are an eyesore and <strong>of</strong>fer a canvas for embellishment.<br />
Oppose No<br />
Submitter considers that the Expressway will have an impact on amenity as follows:<br />
Concerns with noise as chip seal is proposed to be used past property, not OGPA. Submitter’s house does not have insulated windows/walls and is<br />
on a knoll.<br />
Concerns with construction <strong>of</strong> road and relocation <strong>of</strong> the water supply main. After the construction period will have an expressway and over-pass<br />
at end <strong>of</strong> drive instead <strong>of</strong> a quiet, rural, dead-end road.<br />
Concerns with effects on animals that will be driven across the road for extra pasture. Birds in area will be impacted by destruction <strong>of</strong> bush, noise,<br />
construction traffic, and heavy particulates from diesel vehicles.<br />
Submitter suggests the monitoring <strong>of</strong> water levels and mitigation if levels drop due to construction works.<br />
Concerns <strong>of</strong> impacts on submitter’s wells to feed livestock.<br />
Concerns with activities around Ngarara Creek, Kakariki Stream and tributaries. Any change to water levels could have a detrimental impact on<br />
the native bush on submitter’s property, which provides amenity, habitat and food sources for native birds. The proposed Expressway goes over<br />
one area <strong>of</strong> bush and abuts another designated in district plan as K133.<br />
Concern with visual effects <strong>of</strong> the raised Expressway over Te Moana Road. This will destroy the beautiful garden suburb, have a negative impact<br />
on the visual amenity <strong>of</strong> the market garden and its height is not fitting with the built environment in the area.<br />
Concern with the severance <strong>of</strong> the beach from central Waikanae. Submitter considers there is no real way to mitigate.<br />
Continuing with the project is not consistent with Section C.2.1 <strong>of</strong> the District Plan.<br />
Overall cumulative negative effect on the natural character, landscape, visual qualities and amenity values.<br />
Submitter suggests mitigation can be provided by the return to the two lane road with bridge over the Waikanae River. This will allow slower local<br />
traffic to cross the river and keeps through traffic on SH1.<br />
Submitter owns property 100m from the proposed Expressway. Submitter checked on the nature <strong>of</strong> the road and informed it would be a local<br />
road prior to purchasing property.<br />
Submitter’s main concern is noise and vibration. The Expressway will have constant intrusive noise impacts inside and outside. Sound mitigation<br />
for property should be based on urban not rural standards.<br />
Submitter’s secondary concern - impact on property value and impact <strong>of</strong> windblown sand on property.<br />
Submitter’s other concerns relate to:<br />
Decline in full. Only<br />
allow the building <strong>of</strong><br />
the WLR and an<br />
upgrade <strong>of</strong> SH1.<br />
Decline in full<br />
(inferred).<br />
Decline in full &<br />
revert to a two lane<br />
local road & bridge<br />
over Waikanae<br />
River.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
568 Ms Judy Frost-<br />
Evans<br />
569 Mr Tony<br />
Rutledge<br />
570 Mr Michael<br />
David McGirr<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose Yes<br />
Noise and pollution from a major highway.<br />
Benefit/cost data used to justify road being faulty and inaccurate. The BCR is so low it makes building <strong>of</strong> the Expressway unviable.<br />
Road usage figures indicate declining use in Kapiti. Local traffic makes up more than half <strong>of</strong> the usage and could be dealt with more cheaply than<br />
by an Expressway.<br />
Expense and risk <strong>of</strong> building on peat and sand.<br />
Route likely to be subject to liquefaction in an earthquake.<br />
The Expressway being contrary to NZTA policies on avoiding community severance.<br />
The destruction <strong>of</strong> 80 homes and 1<strong>400</strong> homes within 200m <strong>of</strong> the road. Owners will involuntarily pay cost <strong>of</strong> splitting the community.<br />
Constant noise, vibration, dust and light impacts.<br />
A visible, noisy hard surface barrier that will limit recreation, commercial and tourist activity and extend local travel times.<br />
Submitter feels that the consultation process was woeful.<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> wildlife habitats and corridors, <strong>of</strong> ambience which attracts people to Kapiti.<br />
Lack <strong>of</strong> solutions to problems in CEMP.<br />
Submitters concerns:<br />
The negative impact on the environment for a solution to a problem that could be solved more creatively.<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> homes, decrease in house and land values.<br />
Sustainability. More motorways are not the answer to traffic issues.<br />
Future ease <strong>of</strong> movement around the district.<br />
The disruption <strong>of</strong> Maori sites <strong>of</strong> cultural significance.<br />
The impact on a healthy environment disturbed by excess traffic noise, lights visual pollution.<br />
The excessive cost when there are less costly alternative viable options.<br />
The impact <strong>of</strong> emissions on health and global warming.<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> nationally-threatened bird and fish life classified as declining in NZ.<br />
The severance <strong>of</strong> communities.<br />
[1] Submitter opposes the entire length <strong>of</strong> the proposed motorway<br />
[3] Submitter opposes all <strong>of</strong> this activity<br />
Oppose No Submitter's lifestyle covers travelling north/south on the main road and travelling within Kapiti to family, friends, community groups, health,<br />
recreation and retail services.<br />
Oppose No<br />
Submitter's concerns:<br />
The environment.<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> homes, decrease in house and land values.<br />
Sustainability.<br />
Future ease <strong>of</strong> movement around the District.<br />
The disruption <strong>of</strong> Maori sites <strong>of</strong> cultural significance.<br />
The impact on a healthy environment disturbed by traffic noise, lights visual pollution.<br />
The excess cost when there is a less costly alternative.<br />
The impact <strong>of</strong> emission on health and global warming.<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> nationally threatened bird and fish life.<br />
The severance <strong>of</strong> communities.<br />
The lack <strong>of</strong> long term thinking into the future <strong>of</strong> transport changes.<br />
The Expressway is likely to result in significant or irreversible changes to the environment.<br />
Everything <strong>of</strong> importance to the submitter will be severely impacted.<br />
It is not the best option to meet the submitter's needs, those <strong>of</strong> the community, retirement population.<br />
The Expressway is not an efficient, economically viable, safe and sustainable roading system.<br />
Proposed Expressway divides the community creating social disharmony.<br />
Concerns with pollution, visual, noise and air effects.<br />
Submitter considers the Expressway is not necessary and is economically unsound.<br />
Revert to the local<br />
road as planned, and<br />
put more money<br />
into public<br />
transport.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
Improve public<br />
transport.<br />
Build a smaller local<br />
road between<br />
Raumati and<br />
Waikanae, with a<br />
second bridge over<br />
the Waikanae River.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
571 Miss Susanne<br />
Hurst<br />
572 Alliance for a<br />
Sustainable<br />
Kapiti Inc<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose Yes The Expressway will create a physical and social barrier in the middle <strong>of</strong> the community.<br />
The Expressway is expensive in monetary and environmental terms.<br />
The Expressway will create noise and exhaust pollution in residential areas.<br />
Submitter considers the proposal is bad planning and a backward move at a time when there is a need for forward thinking.<br />
Oppose Yes A two lane WLR would connect the villages <strong>of</strong> the coast, and enable travel without using and inhibiting the flow <strong>of</strong> the SH1. A large number <strong>of</strong><br />
vehicles would be taken <strong>of</strong>f SH1 and relieve congestion.<br />
Around 70% <strong>of</strong> traffic at Waikanae bridge is local traffic. With the WLR, the current SH1 could accommodate the through traffic safely with ease.<br />
NZTA claim that with increased traffic, numbers would reach a problem in the distant future. Their predictions are unreliable.<br />
The local road would not have had cars and trucks travelling at 100km/hr at all hours <strong>of</strong> the day and night, with the associated noise, vibration and<br />
light pollution. The WLR was an entirely different road to the one proposed, which has no benefits for most local people.<br />
The proposal does not improve economic or social wellbeing, and has a negative effect on property values.<br />
NZTA should compensate for the loss <strong>of</strong> property value, and pay reasonable moving costs and compensation for having to move.<br />
The costs borne by the community are as much as, if not more than, the actual building cost.<br />
Concern with stress on residents and the social impact assessment is deficient in not describing accurately the adverse social effects on residents.<br />
The proposal does not improve personal or public safety, compared to the consented status quo.<br />
A four lane road is not safer. Physical upgrades can be made at a low cost to improve safety.<br />
Future logging in the forests north <strong>of</strong> Kapiti has been given as a reason to ‘need’ a motorway. Freighting logs by road is inefficient, short sighted,<br />
dangerous, and fuel inefficient compared to rail.<br />
This proposal does not benefit the national economy. NZTA argue the BCR is more than 1, but submitter considers that it does not include outside<br />
costs.<br />
Submitter is doubtful <strong>of</strong> the current cost estimate <strong>of</strong> $630m.<br />
Encouraging road use for private and freight transport reduces the funding available for the more sustainable public transport and rail options.<br />
This proposal goes against the image NZ is trying to create <strong>of</strong> a sustainable, environmentally aware nation.<br />
Submitter questions whether there will be time savings.<br />
NZTA argue future traffic growth would mean congestion at some future point. There has been no traffic growth for around 10 years; more people<br />
prefer to travel by train to Wellington.<br />
The Otaki to Levin section <strong>of</strong> this RoNS has been downgraded from a motorway. This section <strong>of</strong> road has similar traffic flows to MacKays to Peka<br />
Peka (without local traffic). The submitter believes there is no logic in insisting on retaining motorway status for this section.<br />
This proposal will induce more traffic, and take funds away from public transport, to make congestion worse. Building motorways does not ease<br />
congestion.<br />
Submitter considers the community has not been consulted; a series <strong>of</strong> meetings have been held, where incorrect information was given.<br />
Upgrading SH1 and building the WLR was not an option that was consulted on. No notice has been taken <strong>of</strong> the negative comments and concerns.<br />
Submitter does not believe consultation was undertaken in good faith.<br />
Submitter believes that Kapiti residents did not have the statutory four weeks to provide a submission due to timing <strong>of</strong> the public notice in the<br />
newspaper, and affected residents not being directly informed.<br />
The effects on the physical and mental health <strong>of</strong> the community have not been adequately assessed. Submitter considers there will be real harm<br />
Decline in full.<br />
Re-think the RoNS.<br />
Build a smaller local<br />
road to provide<br />
connectivity within<br />
community and to<br />
take traffic <strong>of</strong>f SH1.<br />
Build a second<br />
bridge over<br />
Waikanae River<br />
Improve and make<br />
cheaper public<br />
transport &<br />
cycleways.<br />
Investigate all<br />
alternatives and<br />
undertaken proper<br />
community<br />
consultation.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
from the noise <strong>of</strong> construction and use <strong>of</strong> the motorway.<br />
Submitter considers there are modelling errors when considering the effects <strong>of</strong> wind.<br />
Effects <strong>of</strong> vehicle pollution have been ignored.<br />
Submitter believes that NZTA have not considered alternatives relating to:<br />
A road east <strong>of</strong> the railway line between the two rail bridges.<br />
Splitting the road into North flowing east <strong>of</strong> the rail line, and South flowing on the existing alignment.<br />
Solutions which would include roundabouts, or tidal flows (movable centre barrier).<br />
573 Ms Sandy West Oppose No<br />
Submitter considers NZTA's alternative route options report is skewed as haven’t correctly considered the status quo as building the WLR.<br />
The application is contrary to Part 2 <strong>of</strong> the RMA, and is not consistent with the KCDC LTCCP, and District Plan.<br />
NZTA has not considered peak oil and climate change.<br />
The Expressway is dividing the community.<br />
The submitter believes the Expressway will destroy homes, ruin lives, and be heard all over the district.<br />
The road congestion on all the other roads will be huge and unacceptable during construction.<br />
Will pollute with dust, noise and petrol fumes, and increase disruption.<br />
Will cost millions and mean ratepayers pay for the SH1, which is not an acceptable link road.<br />
Submitter is opposed to trucks going past houses to subject children to fumes, noise and run <strong>of</strong>f.<br />
Submitter believes children are in danger <strong>of</strong> running onto the Expressway.<br />
Limited local access to this Expressway does not help local traffic or the community.<br />
Traffic going through the district will not stop to spend money.<br />
The Expressway is too close to the seaside. It will cut <strong>of</strong>f an escape route if there is an earthquake or tsunami.<br />
Submitter considers the Expressway as an unacceptable route.<br />
Submitter supports the WLR option.<br />
574 Mr Desmond<br />
Laughton<br />
575 Mr Robert<br />
Dussler<br />
Oppose Yes Submitter has significant concerns on this new state highway, which the submitter would like addressed and be the subject <strong>of</strong> decisions.<br />
[1-30] Submitter opposes alignment <strong>of</strong> route, design <strong>of</strong> highway (including its proposed connections to existing roads), effect on usage <strong>of</strong> local<br />
feeder roads to/from interchanges, effect <strong>of</strong> quality <strong>of</strong> local feeder roads to/from interchanges, effect on environment, effect on community <strong>of</strong><br />
Kapiti or parts there<strong>of</strong>, balance <strong>of</strong> national/ local interests, effect on interests <strong>of</strong> residents in vicinity <strong>of</strong> proposed state highway, effect on links <strong>of</strong><br />
community to services provided to residents by regional services/ agencies and commercial centres.<br />
Oppose Yes The Expressway will be highly disruptive to the communities severed by it.<br />
Concern for the cohesiveness and character <strong>of</strong> communities.<br />
Issues can be addressed with sensitivity to the community's needs, i.e. increase connectivity between communities to ease traffic flow on the<br />
existing highway.<br />
Upgrade <strong>of</strong> the existing SH1 and a number <strong>of</strong> other measures could provide the required relief without causing environmental damage, visual, air<br />
and noise pollution.<br />
Costs are high. Cheaper alternatives will serve the community better.<br />
The submitter believes the proposal is an outdated and harsh approach to traffic problems. Submitter seeks environmentally sensitive roading<br />
solutions.<br />
[1] Submitter opposes. The traffic problems can be met with significantly less impact on the environment and our community. KCDC had arrived<br />
at a carefully considered solution.<br />
[2] Submitter opposes. Submitter does not consider it necessary to disturb the soil and expose human health to such risks. A far less invasive<br />
solution to the roading problem can be found.<br />
576 Ms Chriss Bull Oppose No Submitter's lifestyle covers travelling north/south on the main road and travelling within Kapiti to family, friends, community groups, health,<br />
recreation and retail services.<br />
Submitter's concerns:<br />
The environment.<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> homes, decrease in house and land values.<br />
Sustainability.<br />
Future ease <strong>of</strong> movement around the District.<br />
The disruption <strong>of</strong> Maori sites <strong>of</strong> cultural significance.<br />
The impact on a healthy environment disturbed by traffic noise, lights visual pollution.<br />
The excess cost when there is a less costly alternative.<br />
The impact <strong>of</strong> emission on health and global warming.<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> nationally threatened bird and fish life.<br />
The severance <strong>of</strong> communities.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
Decisions which remedy or<br />
substantially mitigate the concerns the<br />
submitter has.<br />
Decline in full No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
577 Mrs Sheena<br />
Staniland<br />
578 Mr Martin<br />
Vernazoni<br />
579 Ms Aleisha<br />
Grifith<br />
580 Friends <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Wharemauku<br />
Stream<br />
581 Ms Roshana<br />
Fernando<br />
582 Dr Meaburn<br />
Staniland<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose Yes<br />
It makes no sense to sever the community and environment to make a new road. SH1 could be upgraded, rail upgrades as ongoing investment,<br />
and the WLR be built for local traffic.<br />
The Expressway is likely to result in significant or irreversible changes to the environment.<br />
Everything <strong>of</strong> importance to the submitter will be severely impacted.<br />
Considers that the Expressway is not the best option to meet the submitter’s needs, those <strong>of</strong> the community, or retirement population.<br />
The Expressway is not an efficient, economically viable, safe and sustainable roading system.<br />
The Expressway will have a huge environmental cost to Kapiti Coast, as well as individuals who live close.<br />
The Kapiti coast combines residential living with the green hills, birds, marshes and sea shore with wild life and flora both on land and sea. To have<br />
the land disturbed and concreted over, with petrol fumes, noise and reverberations affects all life forms, human, animals and flora detrimentally.<br />
The Expressway will ruin the beautiful natural land for a short term gain <strong>of</strong> a few. Its construction will affect our waterways, sea and bird and sea<br />
life from run<strong>of</strong>f.<br />
The Expressway will run within 300m <strong>of</strong> submitter's driveway, closer to others on the street, and people who chose to live in quiet areas in<br />
Waikanae, Te Horo etc.<br />
It will have a huge effect on those along the route with noise, fumes and reverberations.<br />
It will affect the nature <strong>of</strong> the place, the land and house values.<br />
It will affect the health <strong>of</strong> those who live nearby, and that includes those who live further than the 200m.<br />
Submitter believes that building the Expressway on a rise rather than in a cutting shows a disregard for the health, the environment, local people,<br />
animals and flora.<br />
Support No Submitter believes the current SH1 is inadequate for anything but <strong>of</strong>f-peak travel and is unsafe to drive on.<br />
Submitter sympathises with those more directly affected by the new road, but considers the Expressway as the most logical solution to a long term<br />
problem.<br />
Oppose No Submitter considers the Expressway:<br />
Is Socially unacceptable as it divides the district.<br />
Will pollute people's backyards and increase bad health.<br />
Destroy connectivity.<br />
Ruin lives on the beautiful Kapiti coast.<br />
Is expensive when there is a cheaper option to build the WLR, upgrade SH1, and put freight haulage on the rail system.<br />
Is ethically unacceptable.<br />
Neutral Yes The Wharemauku Stream is one <strong>of</strong> a number <strong>of</strong> streams that flows from the eastern hills <strong>of</strong> Kapiti, across what was originally wetland plain and to<br />
the sea.<br />
Human development has not been good for the Wharemauku Stream, from removal <strong>of</strong> vegetation providing shade, rural effluent and peat<br />
disturbance.<br />
Cannot change the past; can only improve the stream quality over time by taking actions that improve it, and not taking actions that are<br />
detrimental to the stream.<br />
Healthy streams are important as they provide habitat for many plant and fish species, provide clean water, be used for education and some<br />
recreation.<br />
The proposal <strong>of</strong>fers some good ecological and environmental mitigation, which the submitter acknowledges. Groups like the submitter will<br />
actively seek the best possible ecological and environmental outcomes, because with such a major project there is a risk that these concerns are<br />
overwritten once construction begins.<br />
Oppose No<br />
Submitter supports the submission by KCDC; particularly the outcomes sought on:<br />
Ecological effects (e.g. increase the ecological <strong>of</strong>fset ratio proposed);<br />
Groundwater;<br />
Hydrology and Stormwater; and<br />
Sediment control and erosion.<br />
Submitter believes the Expressway:<br />
Is socially unacceptable by dividing the community.<br />
Will increase bad health.<br />
Be economically too expensive for the ratepayer.<br />
Oppose Yes The Expressway is not needed as there is not enough traffic.<br />
Money would be better spent stimulating the export economy so in 20 years time the Expressway may be needed.<br />
SH1 has too many other slow areas to make vehicle waiting times longer at these areas.<br />
Research shows significant health issues will be caused by this Expressway.<br />
The rail has been upgraded; its use will be discouraged by this road.<br />
Submitter believes it is ridiculous to build an elevated highway through a community.<br />
There is too much peat and the building is likely to be fraught with difficulty.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
To have a competent and robust<br />
monitoring process in place so that<br />
before, during, and after construction,<br />
any detrimental effects are identified<br />
and mitigated as much as is reasonably<br />
practical.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
583 Ms Morag<br />
McNaughton<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Oppose No The Expressway is not economically viable and expensive.<br />
Submitter believes there is a cheaper alternative, i.e. the WLR.<br />
584 Mr Dale Pfeiler Support No<br />
Submitter believes the Expressway will:<br />
Destroy lives and homes.<br />
Divide the community.<br />
Increase asthma.<br />
Take years to build & cause high usage <strong>of</strong> local roads during construction.<br />
Not provide an escape route in the event <strong>of</strong> a tsunami.<br />
The Expressway will take all <strong>of</strong> the highway’s 100km/hr traffic out <strong>of</strong> the district, making internal travel for residents safer with fewer accidents.<br />
Emergency services need faster access in the district. It takes 15+ minutes to drive from Kapiti road to Waikanae Beach.<br />
Kapiti needs more employment. With improved access to Wellington and to the North, Kapiti will become a more attractive place for business.<br />
The existing SH1 Waikanae Bridge is a documented earthquake risk. In an earthquake, people will be cut <strong>of</strong>f.<br />
If this road is not built now, the subsidy will be lost.<br />
Should SH1 be upgraded, the internal link will not be funded 100%. The cost to ratepayers could be $60 million or a rates rise <strong>of</strong> 25-30%. This<br />
Expressway will cost the ratepayer nothing.<br />
Submitter believes the fuel savings <strong>of</strong> vehicles being able to travel at a constant highway speed are enormous. The greater efficiency <strong>of</strong> engines<br />
not starting/stopping will reduce air pollution, and wear and tear.<br />
Journey times will be improved.<br />
The Expressway will reduce congestion.<br />
585 Ms Luca<br />
Duckworth<br />
586 Mr Jake and Dr<br />
Rebekah Roos<br />
587 Mr Bryan & Mrs<br />
Elizabeth<br />
Couchman<br />
588 Mr Jeremy<br />
Martyn<br />
Oppose No It is unethical to divide a community.<br />
The Expressway is too expensive & not economically viable.<br />
Socially negative impact. Increases bad health for those forced to live next to it. Creates lower house prices. Socially divides the community. Does<br />
not give connectivity for local traffic.<br />
Will take years to build.<br />
Will cost ratepayers over $650m when the WLR is only $180m.<br />
WLR meets local needs, reduces traffic on SH1, will lower congestion, and improve safety.<br />
Submitter believes the Expressway will destroy the heart <strong>of</strong> the community, divide people, destroy lives, the Kapiti coast, ratepayers and people's<br />
ability to live in peace.<br />
Oppose Yes Submitter is opposed to Expressway as it will be damaging to the community, has a weak economic case, and wide environmental impacts.<br />
BCR less than 1 even when full social, health and environmental impacts not included.<br />
Investing in project is imprudent given the weak economy, increasing oil prices, and need to cut CO2.<br />
The Expressway cuts communities in two, disconnecting parts and destroying character, particularly those to east <strong>of</strong> route, which will have<br />
continuous disconnect from sea.<br />
Concern with improving connectivity within the area, i.e. meet local needs.<br />
Concern with the bypass <strong>of</strong> businesses and attractions; leading to the loss <strong>of</strong> trade, to detriment <strong>of</strong> the local economy.<br />
Health and social impacts <strong>of</strong> the Expressway have not been adequately considered.<br />
Local road usage makes up half <strong>of</strong> traffic, and could be better dealt with by the WLR.<br />
Stormwater control measures may not be adequate for top end scenarios due to climate change and increased extreme rainfall events.<br />
Greenhouse gas emissions from the destruction <strong>of</strong> peat bogs have not been considered and fall outside the emissions trading scheme.<br />
The emissions trading scheme is an inadequate means <strong>of</strong> providing an effective level <strong>of</strong> climate change mitigation.<br />
The Board should consider the environmental effects <strong>of</strong> all greenhouse gas emissions that would result from the construction <strong>of</strong> the Expressway.<br />
Oppose No Submitter is opposed on the grounds <strong>of</strong> size, noise, social severance, and negative impacts on the environment.<br />
Submitter considers the size <strong>of</strong> the Expressway in area and height will impact negatively, and be visually intrusive (particularly when lit).<br />
Unacceptable increase in noise.<br />
Expressway will divide communities.<br />
Damage to the environment will be irreversible and substantial.<br />
WLR and upgrades to SH1 are a better alternative.<br />
Oppose No Submitter concerned with:<br />
The destruction <strong>of</strong> privacy on the submitter's property.<br />
The increase in noise and security on the submitter's property.<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> natural wetlands located in the vicinity <strong>of</strong> the submitter's property.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Approve in full No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
Construction <strong>of</strong> the<br />
WLR between<br />
Paraparaumu Beach<br />
and Waikanae<br />
Beach.<br />
Relocation <strong>of</strong><br />
expressway to the<br />
current SH1.<br />
Increase capacity on<br />
SH1 and use existing<br />
infrastructure.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
589 Mr Richard John Oppose No Cost <strong>of</strong> the Expressway is likely to be considerably higher than has been indicated and unaffordable due to: Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Starke The proposed route being largely on existing or old wetlands;<br />
Extensive earthworks for stabilisation likely to substantially increase costs;<br />
Crossing <strong>of</strong> the 100 year flood plain will require extensive engineering to mitigate potential flood impacts;<br />
Further costs to mitigate liquefaction.<br />
A large portion <strong>of</strong> projected traffic will be local. A local road with improvements to SH1 would be more cost effective.<br />
The Expressway will dissect communities, already impacted by SH1/rail corridor.<br />
Is contrary to NZTA policy.<br />
There will be a loss <strong>of</strong> a large number <strong>of</strong> homes. Those living within 200m <strong>of</strong> the Expressway will be paying for split communities with loss <strong>of</strong><br />
property value.<br />
Noise and light impacts will be a constant disturbance.<br />
Traffic fumes and noise will add further pollution.<br />
Shadow effects on properties and loss <strong>of</strong> views to sea/Kapiti Island where the Expressway is raised.<br />
The construction period will add further layers <strong>of</strong> noise, ground vibration and dust to the neighbourhoods in the construction area.<br />
Flight corridors <strong>of</strong> native birds will be disrupted.<br />
Wildlife in wetlands will be affected by destruction <strong>of</strong> wetlands during construction.<br />
Destruction <strong>of</strong> sites <strong>of</strong> significance to Maori.<br />
The large size <strong>of</strong> the Expressway relative to surrounds will result in significant irreversible changes to the Kapiti environment.<br />
Detrimental impact on value <strong>of</strong> submitter's property.<br />
Increased heavy vehicle traffic from the Te Moana interchange. Submitter considers that limited consideration has been given to the impact on<br />
arterial roads near the interchange, including safety accessing properties.<br />
Effect <strong>of</strong> the permanent diversion <strong>of</strong> the Market Garden Drain on submitter's property in terms <strong>of</strong> water table and weather in a natural event.<br />
Pollution effects from construction (noise, vibration, dust) and ongoing (lights, noise, fumes, shadow) on submitter's property.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> quality <strong>of</strong> life.<br />
590 Miss Nicki<br />
Young<br />
Oppose Yes Submitter moved to current property when the proposal was for a local road. Would not have bought property if submitter had known about the<br />
Expressway.<br />
Concern with property value decreases.<br />
Submitter considers there are adverse impacts, with no benefits to balance these effects.<br />
WLR and progressive upgrade <strong>of</strong> SH1 supported by submitter. WLR will allow non-stressful community links, would take substantial traffic <strong>of</strong>f SH.<br />
Upgrade to rail would increase usage and reduce need for road space.<br />
Rail freight needs its own line, which is short <strong>of</strong> money due to the focus on motorways. Commuter rail to Palmerston North, inter-regional<br />
passenger rail needs to be improved.<br />
Removal <strong>of</strong> commuter traffic will resolve problems at peak times.<br />
The Expressway will not be safe to drive on. Need to address driving habits.<br />
Submitter concerned about the consultation process and the provision <strong>of</strong> options.<br />
Costs <strong>of</strong> construction have escalated. Costs have not included community devaluation, health and lost amenity, which are probably more than<br />
construction costs.<br />
Submitter suggests paying those bearing the costs. Submitter considers own economic wellbeing has been reduced by $200,000.<br />
Concern with Expressway having a BCR <strong>of</strong> less than 1.<br />
The Expressway will increase national debt.<br />
Submitter supports the WLR, with SH1 upgrades and public transport upgrades.<br />
591 Ms Jean Luke Oppose No Submitter believes the expressway is too large in size and costly for the narrow coastal strip into which it is to be put.<br />
The Expressway goes against the principles <strong>of</strong> sustainability <strong>of</strong> natural resources.<br />
592 Miss June Beryl<br />
Robinson<br />
593 Mr Grant Brian<br />
Robertson<br />
594 Mrs Elizabeth<br />
Jane Leonard-<br />
Support No The Expressway will:<br />
Provide for easier and safer movement <strong>of</strong> vehicles on the roads, plus development <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti Coast.<br />
Move heavy traffic safely through the Kapiti area, stop congestion and traffic hold ups at peak times.<br />
Support NZTA<br />
revisiting the<br />
previous proposed<br />
local roading options<br />
(WLR with second<br />
bridge over the<br />
Waikanae River),<br />
with upgrades to the<br />
existing SH1.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
Direct NZTA to<br />
investigate more<br />
acceptable options.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
Favour the WLR with<br />
upgrade <strong>of</strong> SH1, new<br />
Waikanae Bridge,<br />
widening <strong>of</strong> the old<br />
bridge (on solid<br />
foundations).<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Support No Submitter wishes to give voice to the silent majority that overwhelmingly support this road. Approve in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Oppose Yes The only green belt area between Waikanae River and Te Moana Road will be lost.<br />
Tree clad areas <strong>of</strong> no or low development need protecting.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
However, if the<br />
A determination <strong>of</strong> who is responsible<br />
for the access to El Rancho from Kauri
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Reasons for Submission Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
Taylor The return <strong>of</strong> the Waikanae River corridor to a natural environment will be halted.<br />
Fern bird habitat will be under threat.<br />
Disruption <strong>of</strong> overland flow paths, with increased risk <strong>of</strong> flooding for houses on Te Moana Road. Lack <strong>of</strong> access to El Rancho from east.<br />
Long history <strong>of</strong> Maori settlement in the area, not all covered by the registered waahi tapu. May be high chances <strong>of</strong> finding human remains in<br />
former Tukurakau village. Cultural history needs preserving. Access to Makatu's grave will be cut, as will that to other historical sites.<br />
BCR is too low. Alternatives are present that would reduce local traffic on SH1.<br />
Money from asset sales should not boost new infrastructure before the old is repaired.<br />
The Expressway cuts through Kapiti, provides few east/west connections, makes travel difficult and unacceptable for children.<br />
Submitter believes the Expressway will provide nothing for those who have chosen to live in the area for the peace and quiet.<br />
Reduction in personal choice for those in the Expressway proximity <strong>–</strong> properties will become unsellable or reduced in value so people cannot<br />
afford to move.<br />
Ill effects from noise light, vibration, toxic emissions and dust, during and post construction.<br />
Removal <strong>of</strong> eastern access to El Rancho could severely compromise its use in a flood as a Civil Defence centre.<br />
Effect on water levels not known.<br />
During construction, use <strong>of</strong> the El Rancho access way by construction vehicles requires determination <strong>of</strong> who is responsible for the road and a<br />
detailed plan for mitigation prepared before construction work starts in the area.<br />
Local road will be used to connect the Expressway cycle/walkway area to cross the bridge.<br />
Large vehicles leaving El Rancho will cross within 1m <strong>of</strong> submitter’s property.<br />
Downsizing the ponding area in this area by extending the road south will cause flooding <strong>of</strong> the submitter's dwelling.<br />
Insufficient and conflicting information has been provided regarding the construction site, especially information on the retention <strong>of</strong> trees.<br />
Incorrect noise contours are provided for the eastern side <strong>of</strong> the Expressway, particularly in relation to the submitter’s property.<br />
A map shows construction hot spots over the submitter's property. Submitter has no details as to what these will be.<br />
595 Mr John Harding Oppose Yes The design flow for the Waikanae River 100 year flood stopbank breach scenario through the Te Moana interchange has not been resolved.<br />
GWRC is currently initiating hydraulic remodelling <strong>of</strong> the Waikanae River and Waimeha Stream. The NZTA is using a design figure <strong>of</strong> 20 cumecs<br />
from a Waikanae River stopbank breach into the Waimeha upstream <strong>of</strong> the Te Moana interchange.<br />
Data provided from GWRC indicates that 80 cumecs is predicted to enter the Waimeha Stream upstream <strong>of</strong> the interchange. The modelling work<br />
needed to review this flow will not be completed until late 2013. This design flow uncertainty needs to be resolved before the relevant Expressway<br />
consents can be granted.<br />
Submitter questions the design flow for the Waimeha Stream through the Te Moana interchange.<br />
There has been no growth in NZ light vehicle fleet since 2007. There are several reasons for the lack <strong>of</strong> growth in car numbers:<br />
1. Recession<br />
2. High petrol prices<br />
3. Cost <strong>of</strong> used imports has risen.<br />
4. Second highest number <strong>of</strong> cars per capita in the world, we probably have more cars than we can afford.<br />
The total number <strong>of</strong> cars is poised to fall. Submitter considers that the building <strong>of</strong> motorways is an example <strong>of</strong> outdated thinking.<br />
596 Mrs Micaela<br />
Young<br />
Oppose No Submitter's lifestyle covers travelling within Kapiti to family, friends, community groups, health, recreation and retail services, and work/voluntary<br />
work<br />
Submitters concerns are about:<br />
The environment.<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> homes, decrease in house and land values.<br />
Sustainability.<br />
Future ease <strong>of</strong> movement around the District.<br />
application is<br />
approved,<br />
conditions/changes<br />
sought.<br />
Decline in full.<br />
Consent should not<br />
be granted until the<br />
effects <strong>of</strong> Waikanae<br />
River stopbank<br />
breaches are<br />
properly<br />
understood.<br />
NZTA should revert<br />
to the original<br />
Western Link Road.<br />
The need for the<br />
Expressway is<br />
shrinking, along with<br />
the NZ vehicle fleet.<br />
No decision sought<br />
given.<br />
Rd, so a detailed plan for its mitigation<br />
can be produced and implemented<br />
before construction starts on any<br />
expressway work in the area.<br />
Any change to noise levels on the<br />
submitter's properties by new access<br />
to El Rancho to be mitigated.<br />
That the submitter's property (23 Kauri<br />
Road, Waikanae) has a detailed preconstruction<br />
building survey<br />
undertaken with reports. That the<br />
submitter is given a copy <strong>of</strong> this report.<br />
That follow up surveys be undertaken<br />
during and after construction with<br />
reports <strong>of</strong> these surveys and that<br />
submitter am given a copy <strong>of</strong> these<br />
reports.<br />
That any damage surveyed by fully<br />
reinstated by NZTA.<br />
Working hours limited to 5 days per<br />
week. 7 am to 7 pm only.<br />
Sufficient controls within management<br />
plans, or conditions on the designation<br />
and associated resource consents to<br />
ensure all non-compliances are<br />
addressed immediately/are able to be<br />
enforced.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.<br />
No conditions/changes sought.
Sub<br />
No.<br />
Submitter<br />
Name<br />
597 Mr Zac<br />
Beechey-<br />
Gradwell<br />
598 Ms Sally Ann<br />
Heppenstall<br />
<strong>599</strong> Ms Valerie<br />
Jacobs<br />
Submitter<br />
Position<br />
Oppose in<br />
part<br />
MacKays to Peka Peka <strong>Summary</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>Appendix</strong> <strong>Four</strong> <strong>–</strong> <strong>Submissions</strong> <strong>400</strong> - <strong>599</strong><br />
Wish<br />
to be<br />
heard<br />
Reasons for Submission<br />
The disruption <strong>of</strong> Maori sites <strong>of</strong> cultural significance.<br />
The impact on a healthy environment disturbed by traffic noise, lights visual pollution.<br />
The excess cost when there is a less costly alternative.<br />
The impact <strong>of</strong> emission on health and global warming.<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> nationally threatened bird and fish life.<br />
The severance <strong>of</strong> communities<br />
The Expressway is likely to result in significant or irreversible changes to the environment.<br />
Everything <strong>of</strong> importance to the submitter will be severely impacted.<br />
The Expressway is not the best option to meet the submitter's needs, those <strong>of</strong> the community, and the retirement population.<br />
The Expressway is not an efficient, economically viable, safe and sustainable roading system.<br />
Decision Sought Conditions or changes sought<br />
No Submitter is concerned with:<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> safety and aesthetic appeal <strong>of</strong> running and cycling down the Waikanae River track.<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> property value due to visual and noise pollution.<br />
The loss <strong>of</strong> safety in recreation areas, including swimming spots in Waikanae River & El Rancho.<br />
Noise and vibration from trucks passing suburban areas, leading to disturbance and property devaluation.<br />
Domination <strong>of</strong> interchanges, detracting from the reputation <strong>of</strong> Waikanae as a serene and beautiful small town.<br />
Economic benefits do not seem to justify the massive cost. Huge investment should not be made without better expected returns.<br />
Unnecessary destruction <strong>of</strong> houses and devaluation <strong>of</strong> others.<br />
Waste <strong>of</strong> taxpayers’ money planning and building the expressway.<br />
Loss <strong>of</strong> habitat, severance <strong>of</strong> wildlife corridors, disruption to wetlands, aquifers and ground water.<br />
Route is not geologically sound, potential implications for costs and in earthquakes.<br />
Construction timeline is vast, with disruption effects, harm to residents, and leave Kapiti with traffic problems for more years than necessary.<br />
Submitter believes that if cheaper, faster, more attractive options are available, they should be used.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Oppose No BCR is only 0.6, which shows the road doesn't give economic benefit.<br />
Negligible traffic growth in the District.<br />
75% <strong>of</strong> traffic on SH1 local traffic, second bridge over Waikanae River would divert 75% local traffic and 50% all traffic from SH1.<br />
Concern with the use <strong>of</strong> money from asset sale. With exception <strong>of</strong> new bridge, Government funds should not be spent until sufficient funds are<br />
available for Christchurch.<br />
Building on peat is expensive. Submitter notes problems experienced at Lindale and Mackays Crossing.<br />
NZTA twice previously rejected the route.<br />
Sea level rise not adequately considered.<br />
Building on peat bog will release large quantities <strong>of</strong> CO2.<br />
The project will destroy houses and more than 1<strong>400</strong> homes will be within 200m <strong>of</strong> the road and subject to health impacts due to noise, light,<br />
emissions and vibration levels.<br />
The project will divide communities with a highly visible, noisy concrete barrier.<br />
Project breaches the Treaty <strong>of</strong> Waitangi. Article 2 to ensure Maori retain spiritual and cultural property, protect health. Urupa should be<br />
protected, cultural lands intact, spiritual beliefs should be respected. Compulsory acquisition <strong>of</strong> Maori land is a breach <strong>of</strong> the Treaty.<br />
Road will cause destruction and dangers for wildlife / habitat. Rare fern birds are known to be in the area.<br />
Road will destroy the ambience <strong>of</strong> Kapiti, peace and visual beauty.<br />
Submitter believes that little thought has been put into the cycleway and bridleway.<br />
There is Insufficient data and assessment <strong>of</strong> water flows and potential flooding.<br />
The proposal contravenes various elements <strong>of</strong> s6 and s7 <strong>of</strong> the RMA.<br />
The Expressway runs counter to the District Plan, endorsed by the people <strong>of</strong> the Kapiti Coast.<br />
Support No Submitter believes the proposal is <strong>of</strong> national significance to NZ and tourists.<br />
Submitter supports the building <strong>of</strong> the Expressway as:<br />
Large trucks will be diverted from local roads;<br />
Kapiti needs employment and this road will make it more attractive for businesses to be established in Kapiti;<br />
There will be less congestion on local roads;<br />
There will be fuel savings as traffic will go at a constant speed;<br />
Less journey times;<br />
Combined with Transmission Gully, there will be an alternative route in an emergency.<br />
Decline in full. No conditions/changes sought.<br />
Approve in full<br />
(inferred).<br />
No conditions/changes sought.