Plans, Reports, Bylaws & Policies
Information about and links to Annual Plans and Reports, Long Term Plans, the District Plan and key policies and bylaws.
Key Plans, Bylaws and Policies
The Kaikōura District Council Annual Plan is a plan for the financial year (from 1 July to 30 June). It sets out how much Council can spend on its' different operations including the services for our community such as roads, water, sewerage, rubbish, etc. It also determines how much we borrow, and how much your rates will be.
- Annual Plan 2022-23
- Annual Plan 2021-22 Please refer to the Long Term Plan 2021-31 Volume 1
- Annual Plan 2020/2021
- Annual Plan 2019/2020
- 2018-2019 - Please refer to the Three Year Plan
- Annual Plan 2017/18
The Annual Report compares results for the financial year with the plans set for that year. It covers actual operational delivery compared against budgets and performance targets.
2020/2021 Completed between November 2020 and January 2021, 338 respondents
Read the full survey results and survey questionnaire.
2019/2020 Completed between November 2019 and January 2020, 331 respondents
Read the full survey results and survey questionnaire.
2018/19 Completed between November 2018 and January 2019, 313 respondents.
Read the full survey results and survey questionnaire.
2017/18 Completed in June 2018 345 respondents.
Read the full survey results and survey questionnaire.
2016/17 Completed in August 2017, 244 Respondents
Read the full survey results and survey questionnaire.
2015/16 Completed in August 2016 180 respondents
Council Bylaws
If you require any further information about Council Bylaws please contact us.
- Trade Waste Bylaw 2022
- Structures, works and items in Public Places Bylaw 2022
- Drainage Bylaw 2020
- Water Supply Bylaw 2020
- Responsible Freedom Camping Bylaw 2019
- Traffic and Parking Bylaw 2018
- Control of Alcohol in Public Places Bylaw 2015
- Control of Dogs Bylaws 2015
- Signs Bylaw 2011
- Stock Control Bylaw 2011
The Kaikōura District Plan sets standards for development within our District. These standards aim to ensure natural resources and hazards are managed safely and sustainably.
The current version of the plan has been operative since 23 June 2008. A lot has changed in our district in last 10 years so we are now in the process of reviewing the District Plan. We have reviewed the Natural Hazards chapter. You can read more in the link below.
District Plan Updated Consolidated Version 2022
Full Plan Available to download here (pdf version)
Coming soon: A Table of Contents and Chapter breakdown to download individually
For reference only, outlined below is the previous version of the District Plan.
District Plan 2008
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Policy and Legal Framework
3. User's Guide
4. Definitions
District-Wide Issues, Objectives, Policies and Rules
5. Tangata Whenua Values
6. Recreation and Open Space
7. Development and Tourism
8. Natural Hazards (Natural Hazards rule 8.5.5 is subject to an appeal so is not operative and therefore is not included in this document)
9. Hazardous Substances
10. Utilities
11. Landscape and Amenity
12. Transport
13. Subdivision
14. Financial Contributions
15. Historic Heritage, Tree Protection, Archaeological Sites
16. Outdoor Advertising
17. Relocated & Temporary Buildings and Temporary Activities
Zones - Issues, Objectives, Policies and Rules
18. Residential Zones
19. Settlement Zones
20. Business Zones
21. Marine Facilities Zone
22. Rural Zone
23. Kaikōura Peninsula Tourism Zone
24. Ocean Ridge Comprehensive Living Zone
Miscellaneous Sections
25. Assessment Matters for Guidance
26. Appendix
27. Submission Form - for publicly notified resource consent applications (form 13)
District Plan Decisions
- General, Maps and new Provisions
- Sections 1-5
- Sections 6-10
- Sections 11-14
- Sections 15-21
- Sections 22
- Designations
The Waste Minimisation Act 2008 (‘the Act’) requires local authorities to have a Waste Management and Minimisation Plan (WMMP) which contains a summary of the Council’s objectives, policies and targets for waste management and minimisation and indicates communicate how the Council will deliver on these objectives.
The Act also requires that such WMMPs are periodically reviewed, and such a review is now being undertaken. As part of this review a detailed Waste Assessment has been prepared that meets the requirements of section 51 of the Act, and this assessment document contains much of the information that underpins this WMMP and should be read in conjunction with it.
Download a copy of the draft Waste Management and Minimisation Plan
- Provision of a fortnightly kerbside refuse collection to urban Kaikoura properties
- Ending of kerbside recycling collections to Peketa, Goose Bay, Oaro and Hapuku
- Kerbside recycling collections in Kaikoura urban area become fortnightly
- Closing of the rural recycling centre at the Suburban School
Long-term plans set out the Council’s intentions for the next decade. They are reviewed every three years to ensure they are relevant, accurate and are continuing to address community outcomes.
We only provide digital copies of Long-term Plans, Annual Plans or Annual Reports. If you require a plan that is not outlined below or need assistance please email us.
Current Long Term Plan
- Long Term Plan 2021 - 2031
Long Term Plan Part 1 to 2 - Council Activities
Long Term Plan Part 3 - Strategies and Policies
Long Term Plan Part 4 to 5 - Financial information, Rates and Appendices
Previous Long Term Plans
- Three Year Plan 2018-2021 * Following the November 2016 earthquake, a Three Year Plan was prepared in lieu of the normal Long Term Plan. This was authorized by the government under an Order in Council
The 2015-2020 Long-Term Plan is presented in two parts:
- Long Term Plan 2015-2025 Volume 1 (3.8MB) - a summary document
- Long Term Plan 2015-2025 Volume 2 (7.8MB) - detailed financial information
Downloadable PDF Policy Documents:
- Building Over Services Reticulation Policy
- Local Alcohol Policy 2020
- Easter Sunday Trading Policy 2017
- Trading in Public Places Policy 2015
- Infrastructure Procurement Policy
- Development Contribution Policy 2021
- Dog Control Policy
- Dangerous and Insanitary Buildings Policy 2019
- Class 4 Gambling Policy (statement of proposal for review August 2022, approved 30 November 2022)
- Smokefree Outdoor/Public Places Policy
- Walking & Cycling Strategy
- TAB Board Venue Policy
- Delegations Manual
- Compliments, Complaints and Requests for Service Policy 2021
- Significance and Engagement Policy 2014
- Risk Management Policy 2019
- Coastal Management Strategy (1998)
The following policies are included in the Long Term Plan 2021 - 2031
Long Term Plan 2021 - 2031
The Kaikōura District Council Long Term Plan (LTP) 2021 - 2031 was formally adopted by Council on Wednesday 28 July.
Download the LTP through the links below.
Long Term Plan Part 1 to 2 - Council Activities
Long Term Plan Part 3 - Strategies and Policies
Long Term Plan Part 4 to 5 - Financial information, Rates and Appendices
Five key proposals were consulted on as part of the LTP including increased investment in roads and footpaths, a review of the outdated District Plan, a fortnightly urban rubbish collection and tourism/business support. The majority of the submissions agreed with the proposals ranging from 64% (tourism/business support) through to 73% (urban rubbish collection).
Mayor Craig Mackle commented “It’s great to see that all of the proposed options were well supported. It shows we are on track to deliver changes and improvements in line with what the majority of the community want.”
The LTP has been adopted with an overall rate increase of 5.4% for 2021/2022, and a ten-year average increase of 3.3%.
Other submissions requested financial support for the Mayfair Theatre, Kaikōura Cycling Club (KCC), Te Korowai. The Council has responded with proposals to allow a one-off grant of $15,000 each to the Mayfair and KCC (both grants to be paid from unspent economic development funds), $10,000 to Te Korowai and $2500 to Vetcare to support responsible cat ownership with a focus on desexing and microchipping cats (both grants from unspent environmental funds).
$5000 has been allocated to the Kēkerengū Community Hall (from unallocated funds from the District Grants Fund). The Council will continue to contribute to Sports Tasman, iSite and the Kaikōura Museum.
Download the Consultation Document
Contractor Health and Safety
The Kaikōura District Council is committed to ensuring a safe working environment as well as meeting the required duties as a Principal when engaging contractors to ensure the safety of employees, contractors, sub-contractors and members of the public.
To be able to undertake any work for the Kaikōura District Council all contractors must firstly become an Approved Contractor. You can download a copy of the Health and Safety Approved Information Booklet and Application Form here:
Health & Safety Approved Contractor Information Booklet - 2020
Health & Safety Approved Contractor Application Form - 2020
Or pick up a copy from the Council office at 96 West End, Kaikōura.
On receipt of the contractor’s health and safety information the company will be assessed for compliance to set safety standards. Once the contractor receives approved status they will be required to complete an induction and contractor approval will be reviewed every two years. Only approved contractors may be engaged to undertake any work for or on behalf of the Kaikōura District Council.
