Quail Ridge

District plan rules for the Quail Ridge in Far North, New Zealand.

Summarised from the Far North District Plan. This is a summary compiled from the council's published plan, not the plan itself — and not legal or planning advice. Always verify against the council's official document before relying on any figure, and check whether a more recent plan change applies.

Quail Ridge Country Club Zone — Far North

Zone Context

The Quail Ridge Country Club Zone applies to Lot 1 DP 311575 and Lot 4 DP 78387 at Kerikeri, covering approximately 16.9 hectares at the southern end of Rainbow Falls Road. Development is planned in stages and will include residential units (dwellings, duplexes, townhouses, apartments), a clubhouse, 40-bed care facility, serviced apartments, recreational facilities, and a pedestrian bridge across the Kerikeri River. All residential units are held under licence to occupy; no subdivision other than boundary adjustments is permitted.

Building Standards

RuleValueNotes
Building heightNot specified in evidenceRefer to Rule 18.9.6.2.3
Building footprint — Clubhouse/Recreation/AccessoryMax 10% enlargement/extensionMust adjoin approved Concept Master Plan footprint
Building footprint — Apartments/Care FacilityMax 10% enlargement/extensionMust adjoin approved Concept Master Plan footprint
Setback from boundariesSpecified in Rule 18.9.6.2.4See Restricted Discretionary section
SunlightSpecified in Rule 18.9.6.2.5See Restricted Discretionary section
Building design & appearanceSpecified in Rule 18.9.6.2.6See Restricted Discretionary section
Impermeable surfacesSpecified in Rule 18.9.6.2.7See Restricted Discretionary section
Fencing — Minimum landscaping25% of boundary lengthLandscape planting on outer side of fence with fence set back from boundary

Controlled Activities

ActivityMatters of Control
Residential development and related land use (subject to compliance with specific standards)Council controls: Residential Intensity; Building Design & Appearance; Fencing & Landscaping; On Site Access, Parking & Loading; Off Site Road Improvements; Bush Protection, Weed & Pest Control; Control of Domestic Pets; Stormwater, Wastewater & Water Supply Facilities and Management

Restricted Discretionary Activities

ActivityConditionsDiscretionary Matters
Building relocation/enlargement — Clubhouse, Recreation, Accessory buildingsEnlargement max 10%; relocated footprint must adjoin approved Concept Master Plan; controlled activity standards metCharacter and form consistency; outlook and privacy; reserve area use effects; environmental mitigation; vehicle access/parking compliance; Landscape Enhancement Plan impact
Building relocation/enlargement — Apartments & Care FacilityEnlargement max 10%; relocated footprint must adjoin approved Concept Master Plan; controlled activity standards metCharacter and form consistency; outlook and privacy of adjacent units; environmental mitigation; vehicle access/parking compliance; Landscape Enhancement Plan impact
Non-compliance with Residential Intensity (Rule 18.9.6.2.1)Complies with Building/Activities Rule 18.9.6.3.1; complies with Part 3 District Wide ProvisionsAs per relevant rule
Non-compliance with Building Height (Rule 18.9.6.2.3)Complies with Building/Activities Rule 18.9.6.3.1; complies with Part 3 District Wide ProvisionsAs per relevant rule
Non-compliance with Setback from Boundaries (Rule 18.9.6.2.4)Complies with Building/Activities Rule 18.9.6.3.1; complies with Part 3 District Wide ProvisionsOutlook and privacy impacts on adjacent properties (especially reserves); visibility for vehicle access/egress; environmental mitigation by design/planting
Non-compliance with Sunlight (Rule 18.9.6.2.5)Complies with Building/Activities Rule 18.9.6.3.1; complies with Part 3 District Wide ProvisionsVisual domination; overshadowing; loss of privacy; loss of sunlight/daylight access; location and proximity of adjacent residential units and outdoor space
Non-compliance with Building Design & Appearance (Rule 18.9.6.2.6)Complies with Building/Activities Rule 18.9.6.3.1; complies with Part 3 District Wide ProvisionsAmenity values and character effects; visibility from adjacent reserves and public vantage points; landscaping mitigation (indigenous species)
Non-compliance with Impermeable Surfaces (Rule 18.9.6.2.7)Complies with Building/Activities Rule 18.9.6.3.1; complies with Part 3 District Wide ProvisionsContribution to total catchment impermeability; low impact design principles; visual and amenity effects; proposed mitigation measures and effectiveness
Non-compliance with Earthworks (Rule 18.9.6.2.8)Complies with Building/Activities Rule 18.9.6.3.1; complies with Part 3 District Wide ProvisionsStormwater flow effects on-site and to adjacent properties; water quality effects; visual amenity loss; indigenous vegetation and flora/fauna habitat sustainability; cultural heritage effects
Non-compliance with Fencing & Landscaping (Rule 18.9.6.2.9)Complies with Building/Activities Rule 18.9.6.3.1; complies with Part 3 District Wide ProvisionsExtent, form and quality of fencing/landscaping; impact on amenity values and character of adjacent reserve areas
Non-compliance with On Site Access, Parking & Loading (Rule 18.9.6.2.10)Complies with Building/Activities Rule 18.9.6.3.1; complies with Part 3 District Wide ProvisionsAs per relevant rule
Non-compliance with Off Site Road Improvements (Rule 18.9.6.2.11)Complies with Building/Activities Rule 18.9.6.3.1; complies with Part 3 District Wide ProvisionsAs per relevant rule
Non-compliance with Bush Protection & Weed Control (Rule 18.9.6.2.12)Complies with Building/Activities Rule 18.9.6.3.1; complies with Part 3 District Wide ProvisionsAs per relevant rule
Non-compliance with Control of Domestic Pets (Rule 18.9.6.2.13)Complies with Building/Activities Rule 18.9.6.3.1; complies with Part 3 District Wide ProvisionsAs per relevant rule
Non-compliance with Stormwater, Wastewater & Water Supply Facilities (Rule 18.9.6.2.14)Complies with Building/Activities Rule 18.9.6.3.1; complies with Part 3 District Wide ProvisionsAs per relevant rule
Noise (Rule 18.9.6.1.2)Non-complianceCharacter, level and duration of noise at boundary; hours of operation; effectiveness of noise mitigation measures

Discretionary Activities

ActivityConditions
Activities complying with Residential Intensity (Rule 18.9.6.2.1) and Part 3 District Wide Provisions, but not complying with one or more standards for permitted, controlled or restricted discretionary activities (other than Residential Intensity)Council may approve, refuse, or impose conditions; assessment against Chapter 11 criteria; adjoining landowners (including DOC) are affected parties

Non-Complying Activities

Activity
Any activity not complying with standards for discretionary activities

Subdivision Standards

RuleValue
SubdivisionNo subdivision provided for; only boundary adjustments permitted

On-Site Access, Parking & Loading

Road/Facility TypeSealed Width (m)Maximum GradientCamberSurfacingEdge/FootpathStormwater Drain
Internal roads — 1–5 dwelling units3.51 in 83%Sealed concrete––
Internal roads — 6–30 dwelling units5.51 in 83%Sealed concreteEdge BeamSwale
Internal roads — More than 30 dwelling units

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