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1. [2023] NZEnvC 163 Ngati Kuku Hapu v Bay of Plenty Regional Council [pdf, 873 KB]

   ...the applicant for the purpose of ensuring positive effects on the environment to offset or compensate for any adverse effect on the environment that will or may result from allowing the activity; (b) any relevant provisions of – (i) a national environmental standard: (ii) other regulations (iii) a national policy statement (iv) a New Zealand coastal policy statement: (v) a regional policy statement or proposed regional policy statement: (vi) a plan or proposed plan; and (c...

2. [2024] NZEnvC 192 Auckland Council v Eco Earth NZ Limited [pdf, 211 KB]

   ...previously issued interim enforcement orders in relation to the Site.1 This application does not seek to replace the earlier interim enforcement orders of 4 July 2024. An order is sought to supplement the existing orders and to address additional environmental issues on the Site. [4] This application for an interim enforcement order seeks the immediate cessation of all earthworks on the Site, including all importation of fill onto the Site. Evidence in support [5] The Council...

3. ENVC Hearing 6Oct14 AC evidence chief Mica Plowman [pdf, 9.5 MB]

   ...peer review of the historic heritage and archaeological aspects of the Application as presented in the archaeological assessment prepared by Mr D. Prince of Time Depth Enterprises (TDE). 6. My report as entitled Technical Memo, Heritage Unit – Environmental Strategy and Policy was attached as Attachment J to the Council's Section 87F Report. I reaffirm the contents and conclusions of my peer review, subject to the matters noted below. 7. As part of the preparation of...

4. [2024] NZEnvC 018 Hughes Developments Ltd v Waikato District Council [pdf, 466 KB]

   ...an essential part of a well functioning urban area; (ii) it will provide housing choice and increase market competition which will in turn reduce prices; (iii) it will protect natural features such as the existing stream and wetland and deliver environmental enhancements; (iv) the development offers an opportunity to provide additional amenities due to its size; (v) the development will provide opportunities to increase connectivity and accessibility; and (vi) it will attract private...

5. ANZFW – EiC – N J Paulin (5 Feb 2021) [pdf, 880 KB]

   ...PARTNERSHIP Submitter EVIDENCE IN CHIEF OF NICHOLAS JAMES PAULIN 5 February 2021 Solicitor: HR Bodle, Greymouth Counsel Acting: Dean van Mierlo Phone; 03 7311 070 Email; dean@environmentalbarrister.co.nz. INTRODUCTION 1. My full name is Nicholas James Paulin. I am the Estate Manager of Manata Estate, a vineyard near Lowburn, Cromwell. I have held this position since November 2017 2. I...

6. 2022-03-02 Hearing Notice - PC8 (Urban Provisions) - Commencing Monday 21 March 2022 - updated [pdf, 255 KB]

   ...Party S274 Beef and Lamb NZ and Deer Industry NZ Chris Thomsen, Fletcher Vautier Moore (Richmond), PO Box 3029, DX WC71017, Richmond 7050 Interested Party S274 Blackstone Hill Ltd Blackstone Hill Ltd Interested Party S274 Central Otago Environmental Society Central Otago Environmental Society Interested Party S274 Clarkson, Elizabeth Elizabeth Clarkson Interested Party S274 Closeburn Station Closeburn Station Interested Party S274 Crutchley, Emma Emma Crutchle...

7. [2024] NZEnvC 130 Yzendoorn v Hamilton City Council [pdf, 245 KB]

   ...in this case. [25] A high standard must be met to justify the award of costs against a public body. Unless the public body has failed to perform its duties or it has acted unreasonably, the standard will not be met. [26] Justice Cooke held in Environmental Protection Authority v BW Offshore Singapore Pte Ltd that the underlying reason for the high standard is as follows: 14 When a decision-making body exercises statutory powers, it may be appropriate for it to appear and address evi...

8. [2024] NZEnvC 285 Valentine v Auckland Council [pdf, 232 KB]

   ...The parties agree that the application can be dealt with on the papers. Evaluation [12] I observe that the scope of s 104(3)(d) has been addressed in at least two Environment Court decisions that I have been able to locate: (a) Oasis Clearwater Environmental Systems Limited v Selwyn District Council;11 and (b) Maungaharuru-Tangitu Trust v Hawke’s Bay Regional Council.12 11 Oasis Clearwater Environmental Systems Limited v Selwyn District Council NZEnvC Christchurch, Environmen...

9. [2024] NZEnvC 283 Harbottle Road Residents v Matamata Piako District Council [pdf, 372 KB]

   ...10:00 pm to 6:30 am 65 dBA LMAX The noise level shall be measured and assessed in accordance with the requirements of New Zealand Standard NZS 6801:1991 "Measurement of Sound" and New Zealand Standard NZS 6802:1991 "Assessment of Environmental Sound", except where otherwise specified. The duration of any individual measurement period shall not be less than 30 minutes. 6. The noise level from operational activities (excluding maintenance and construction activit...

10. E44 Richard Simonds - Groundwater - EIC - Council [pdf, 753 KB]

    ...and diversion of groundwater are considered to be less than minor for neighbouring buildings, structures and services and less than minor for the environment. e. I considered the proposed groundwater conditions (as set out in an email from UNIO Environmental Ltd dated 16 May 2018) to be appropriate, subject to some minor modifications13. f. My Report also touched briefly on the objectives and policies stated in Chapter E7 of the AUP relating to “Taking, using damming and diver...