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1 W A A K A L A K E F R O T D E V E L O P M E T P L A DECEMBER 205 DRAFT FOR REVIEW DRAFT

2 Contents 0 Introduction - Background - Existing Documents - Location 02 Context - Existing Character - Previous Plans 03 Site Analysis 04 Constraints 05 Opportunities 06 Key Moves - A 30 Year Plan Project: Wanaka Waterfront Development Plan Prepared for: Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) Prepared by: Reset Urban Design Ltd Document Status: Revision Version Date Issued A Draft For Review B Draft For Review Reset Urban Design Ltd

3 0 Introduction BACKGROUD EXISTIG DOCUMETS LOCATIO Lake Wanaka, one of the major glacial lakes of the Southern Alps, is 92 square kilometres in area and formed over 0,000 years ago. The small township of Wanaka is located in its southeast corner, in Roys Bay. The population of Wanaka has doubled over the last decade with a 203 population of 6,47. The small town has become an ever - increasingly popular retirement, tourist and holiday destination, with a number of outdoor opportunities available throughout the year. Wanaka Town Centre Strategy - October 2009 This strategy was developed to provide direction and offer guidance for any future improvement of the town centre. The document indicates projections of population and visitor increases by 2026, and identifies projects to address the impacts of rapid growth on the township. The first human settlements in the area were Maori summer campsites, where they fished and hunted for birds around Wanaka. In 853 the first European visited the area, with the first European settlers operating high country sheep stations, with timber production becoming a popular occupation for the residents of the township (then called Pembroke). Pembroke became a boom town during the gold rushes towards the end of the 9th century, although was short-lived. The region remained a popular tourist destination for its spectacular skiing and scenery, with the opening of the first guesthouse on the shores of Lake Wanaka in 867. The community gained its current name, Wanaka, in the year of 940. It was identified that the community wants the town centre to remain as the commercial and civic heart of the town, while strengthening its role and character with high quality design and development. Wanaka Lakefront Reserves Management Plan - October 204 The lakefront character is an important part of the community and tourism in the area. Support of the preservation, enhancement and development of the outstanding landscape of the lake and shore will help to maintain its unique character. This document identifies the objectives and policies for the management of the Wanaka lakefront reserves. It recognises 7 distinct activity zones (see map below) to identify management for use and development within each area. The vision is to protect and enhance the amenity and ecological values of the lakefront reserves, while providing for recreational activities. Lake Hawea Lake Wanaka Wanaka Mt Aspiring ational Park Twizel Tekapo Timaru Our document fits within the objectives of the Wanaka Reserves Management Plan. By recognising the unique character of the area and how it informs the different recreational uses of the lakefront, we will be able to maximise its amenity and visual values, as well as providing access to the lakefront and reserves. Wanaka Queenstown Oamaru Lake Wanaka Hawea Flat Roys Bay Albert Town Roys Bay Wanaka Town Centre Wanaka Wanaka Airport Wanaka / Pembroke (92) Activity Zones - Wanaka Lakefront Reserves Management Plan 204 Middle Peak Mount Barker Luggart Kilometres

4 02 Context - Existing Character EXISTIG CHARACTER TOW CETRE & ARDMORE STREET MARIA & BULLOCK CREEK DELTA LAKEFROT AMEITY SOUTHER LAKEFROT & PEMBROKE PARK

5 02 Context - Previous Plans WAAKA TOW CETRE CHARACTER GUIDELIE

6 03 Analysis SITE AALYSIS STUDY AREA Zone 7 Wanaka Lakefront Reserves Management Plan Activity Zones - within study area Zone 2 Roys Bay - Active Recreation Yacht Club Zone 6 Zone 3 Roys Bay - Pembroke Park Open Space Connection Zone 4 Roys Bay - CBD Lakefront Connection Zone 5 Roys Bay - Bullock Creek Delta Ecological Zone Zone 6 Roys Bay - A Marina Zone Marina Zone 5 Zone 7 Eely Point - Passive Recreation Bullock Creek Zone 4 Town Centre Main Beach Zone 3 South Beach Zone 2 0m 250m 500m

7 Lismore Road : A3 arrow footpath Willow lined bank Boat & informal parking Bank & narrow pathway 2 lane road Residential Ecology & Vegetation Access & Circulation Landuse Facilities & Recreation Approximate lake edge Proposed extension Cycle / walk trail to Eely Point Small beach Lakeside Road Bank Visitor accomodation Residential area Pedestrian connection Yacht Club 2 3 OTES Cycle & walking track to Eely Point arrow path linking to Eely Point Reserve - a popular picnic and swimming location, with a boat launching site and large parking area. An informal track continues around the point to Bremner Bay. Wanaka Marina toilets & boat ramp An extensive upgrade to the toilet and boat ramp area was completed in There is considerable congestion in this area in peak times. Proposed extension Proposed reclamation to create more car & trailer parking area Learners boats Lawn Boat ramp Turn around area Small beach Boat trailer - long term parking Path arrow foot path Crushed gravel surface Bank Poor pedestrian links 3 Proposed extension Willow Trees Informal trailer & boat parking Bore - town supply Toilets Site Analysis Yacht Club Area :000@A3 Deep water edge Proposed jetty 2 Public boat ramp Car park / car access Public jetty

8 Cantilevered deck Piped spring water : A3 Petrol Entry gate Grebe bird rafts Shingle beach Bank with trees & weed species arrow footpath 2 lane road Residential apartments o breakwater Bank Marina arrow footpath used by cyclists Approximate lake edge Spring water seeps out of bank Informal boat trailer parking Rough grass bank Propsed new apartments Residential Ecology & Vegetation Access & Circulation Landuse Facilities & Recreation Lismore Road Willow Trees OTES 2 Grebe Bird rafts Small rafts attached to the piers of the marina to create nesting and roosting sites - increasing numbers. Informal arrangement with marina. Wanaka Springs Water Feature A community funded project water feature installed in 20, consisting of a rock and wood seating area and cascading water pools from a natural spring. 250m long lake edge; Little use; Poor access; Maintenance difficulties Bank Lakeside Road arrow footpath High density apartments Weeds & mix of tree species Timber deck Flat lawn Footpath Site Analysis Marina Area :000@A3 Bullock Creek delta Aggregating / accreting Willow 2 Formed spring head

9 Site Analysis Bullock Creek Area Bullock Creek delta : A3 Beach & pier Log cabin Car park Trees, planting & lawn 2 lane road Car park Path Shops Grass lawn Approximate lake edge Shingle banks Safety fence along creek arrow pinch point Hidden creek Connection to Lismore Rd from Monley Lane 2 OTES Log Cabin Log cabin currently used for boat hire and storage, with a small office space. Building is old and in average quality/repair. Playground This large children s playground ( Dinosaur Park ) can be accessed either off Ardmore Street or a pathway off Lakeside Road. It is renowned for its large dinosaur slide. Some rock erosion control Willow Worn path Old pier Deep water edge Willow Large parking area Poor access to water activities Poor drainage Boat hire Log cabin Courtyard Grid of oaks create framework Enclosed & dated Lawn Poor pedestrian links Cafe Dense screen planting arrow footpath Popular area for viewing & picnicking Helwick Street Bus parking Lane Shops Cafe Information sign Pedestrian areas Lawn BBQ Hand sculpture Mainly native shrub species screens views Open car dominated area Children s playground - enclosed 2 Ski shop Bullock Creek Toilets Bar Bank 2 distinct areas Lakeside Road Tall planting Big views Ramp up Large rear parking area Open area arrow footpath Screen planting Culverted creek disappears Bullock Creek Masonic Hall Poor pedestrian links ew temporary roundabout Well planted riverside Tidy formed walkway Sculpture Pedestrian Bridge Steps Civic Centre recessed Pedestrian Bridge Office / Retail Strong edge Library Monley Lane Wider open street Wanaka Hotel Art Centre Weak edge Ardmore Street Extensive parking Ecology & Vegetation Access & Circulation Landuse Facilities & Recreation Service Station

10 Site Analysis Town Centre Area Beach Informal walkway Car park Lawn Millennium Walkway 2 lane road : A3 Car park Path Shops Approximate lake edge Dominating carpark arrow footpath Mainly native shrub species screens views Poor connections Outside dining- Popular cafe Information panels Shallow edge Informal path Open lawn Good bathing beach Willow Trees Kerbed parking Large kowhai Trees Boat hire Ardmore Street Large kowhai Trees Poor links Grass lawn Big setbacks Wide terrace Recent quality development Older retail Good retail Lane Main street feel - enclosed intense quality shops Service lane Supermarket arrow Millennium Walkway Lawn Screen planting Very open Car parkingunusual layout Wide open berm Wide open space; Mix of trees; Poor structure Low barrier Pembroke Reserve Skate park Little tree planting Toilets Large & open dominating carpark Extensive hardscape Ecology & Vegetation Access & Circulation Landuse Facilities & Recreation

11 Site Analysis Main Beach Area : A3 OTES Beach Informal walkway Vegetation The vegetation is largely managed for recreation and amenity purposes, and is dominated by lawn and large exotic trees. The waterfront is lined with crack willow trees and other tree species including silver birch, oaks and poplars. Eucalyptus and kowhai grow in a park-like setting between the beach and the road. Grass area & informal parking Millennium Walkway 2 lane road & parking arrow grass strip Pembroke Reserve setback Shelter table Long section / open o trees Approximate lake edge Informal path Long skinny connection 50km/h zone with no traffic speed controls Parking directly on the beach Tiles missing Lawn Ardmore Street Very open Millennium Walkway Low barrier continues Mix of tree planting - small scale Cricket pitches arrow informal path along edge Shelter table Pembroke Reserve Large open lawn area Tall pines - landmark Ecology & Vegetation Access & Circulation Landuse Facilities & Recreation

12 Site Analysis South Beach Area Tall trees divide lakefront Parking Ecology & Vegetation Access & Circulation Landuse Facilities & Recreation Approximate lake edge Willows continue along front Very open - used for informal parking Poor pedestrian / cycle connections Ardmore Street Tall pines - Landmark Pembroke Reserve Lawn Informal path Character changes to be more enclosed by tall trees Willows Tall gums Toilets Wind break Clipped shelter belt - screens views Mcdougall Street Enclosed School route Lawn Large sports grounds Tall pines another windbreak : A3 Wanaka Recreational Reserve Beach Informal walkway Grass area & informal parking Millennium Walkway 2 lane road & parking Reserve setback Windbreak hedge Reserve

13 03 Site Analysis KEY FIDIGS Extensive lakefront edge and large scale retains potential for range of development options Celebrated open and informal edge to the lake Provision for continuous pedestrian access is poor and inconsistent 2 o monitoring of ecological value along lake edge between Marina and Bullock Creek delta water quality, habitat and diversity Lakefront is poorly linked to surrounds in all directions Dominance of unrestricted provision for motor vehicles Town centre is screened and cut off from lakefront General lack of facilities many in poor repair Little heritage dimension Lack of information and way finding

14 04 Constraints 280m 300m 320m Barrier to pedestrians Bottleneck - launching. Car parking and trailer congestion Medium to high density apartment area Car access arrow pathway on top of bank Marina getting too dominant? o breakwater Poor cycle access Little ecological value Runoff into lake not monitored and untreated Delta accreting Wet area Playground a barrier Wind Separate older town centre Wind Seasonal flooding Log cabin - long lease - divides lakefront Poor integration Screening Weak edge Gradient climbs Car orientated Wind Big open section; Visitors want access to lake front including camper vans. eeds to accommodate big influxes of crowds umber of crack willow trees Poor facilities Trees provid shade & shelter but obstruct views Gap in lake front Lack of facilities; o sense of heritage High speed road environment Pembroke Reserve Weak edges ewer town centre; Former residential Car park 280m Tall trees spatially enclose area; Separate section Big & open park; Little infrastructure; Few facilities Wide open views 300m Tall shady tree area Large open sports grounds with fields and tall wind breaks : A

15 05 Opportunities Integrate Management Plan for lake to monitor & safeguard lake health Passive Recreation Marina Zone Extend pedestrian promenade Larger public jetty Proposed extension to Yacht Club Extend Parking area Provide breakwater Commercial operators Additional berthage potential Cycle lane Marina Zone Bullock Creek Delta Ecological Zone Create rich ecological area with pedestrian boardwalk Extend the daylight celebration of Bullock Creek Bullock Creek Delta Ecological Zone CBD Lakefront Connection Better paths around playground Upgrade toilets Esplanade More trees; Wider footpath; Extend sculpture trail; Introduce signage & heritage; Introduce Maori presence & history; Re-organise parking Separate camper vans Provide a terminus destination Open up & create slow way; Minimise barriers; Street planting; Rationalise car parking Stronger pedestrian connections Slow traffic Contain edge Car parking potential ew pier Upgrade/move log cabin to open up & create a multi use space Pembroke Reserve Heavy vehicles Laneways Frame Broader footpath Integrate town centre and parking areas with waterfront - strengthen connections CBD Lakefront Connection Park Open Space Connection Create strategic link between 2 halves of town & sense of arrival / departure Extend garden development of Bullock Creek local identity to delta Old grid town form Park Open Space Connectio Active Recreation Develop different sections of lakefront - according to 204 Parks Management Plan Create continuous public realm & walkway : A

16 06 Key Moves - A 30 Year Plan Restore & develop ECOLOGY Provide continuous ACCESS Improve LADUSE Provide a range of FACILITIES Bullock Creek ecological enhancement ative revegetation planting along Marina edge Stormwater runoff treatment Lake health enhancement Fish & bird habitat creation along lake edge between Marina & Bullock Creek delta Continuous pedestrian / cycleway promenade around lakefront Traffic calming along Ardmore Street Pedestrian crossing thresholds Pedestrian priority between Dungarvon & Helwick Street Rationalise parking areas Lakefront linear park Create a series of precincts along the lakefront with defined use and character Create a new town green and plaza orientated between the lake and buildings Possibility to expand marina for additional berthage Enhance or create lakefront facilities Provide a new town pier Marina & Yacht Club upgrade Expand playground Lakefront Gardens Water sports Centre Interpretive signage Relocate parking to along edge of Reserve / Ardmore Street Heritage Trail Defined cycleway along Lakeside Road

17 06 Key Moves - A 30 Year Plan IDICATIVE CHARACTER IMAGERY PROMEADE GARDES TOW PLAZA MARIA