Devonport-Takapuna
Xyst completed a comprehensive land status review for all parks and reserves in the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board area to determine how the land was held and if held under the Reserves Act 1977, if appropriately classified.
This work included research and analysis of publicly available information for each land parcel, including title searches, review of survey plans and New Zealand Gazette Notices, dating as far back as the late 1800s.
Based on the research about land status and use and values of the different land parcels, Xyst made recommendations on appropriate classification actions, using best practice approaches and an agreed set of principles.
Xyst also undertook engagement with Council staff, the local board and liaison with mana whenua to seek feedback on classification recommendations. We then drafted reports to the local board for approval of classification proposals and public notification where required.
Following this we supported Council in the preparation of public notices and leaseholder communications. The project included review of over 600 individual land parcels and was completed on time and below budget.
Project benefits includes:
– Confirms land status to inform the draft Local Parks Management Plan
– Ensures compliance with the Reserves Act and statutory processes
– Supports timely and effective public notification
– Enables meaningful engagement with the local board, mana whenua and leaseholders.
