Honesty statement & limitation of this tool

Honest Statement

While this Papakainga toolkit provides guidance for Whanau when it comes to navigating the development process of a Papakainga, it does not cover every challenges and barriers that may impact the development. Each and every Papakainga is different, with different needs and requirements that can vary widely. The development can be affected by conditions of the whenua, the needs of Whanau, available funding and how local council requirements apply to them. Because of this Whanau may still need specialist advice and support when moving from the planning phase to the development phase.

Ultimately this toolkit is made to be used as a starting point within the planning process. It is made to help Whanau navigate the Papakainga development process, rather than being a substitute for professional advice. The purpose is to help Whanau make these informed decisions before committing to development, to identify potential barriers earlier on and help Whanau understand where they can seek further assistance.

However we do know that finding which organisation or support system to approach can be a barrier itself, especially when it comes to Whanau who are developing a Papakainga for the first time. Because of this the toolkit has been made to help identify areas where further assistance could be needed and where Whanau can seek support. Below is a support guide for Papakainga Project Leaders and where they can seek further support.

Support Guide for Papakāinga Project Leaders

Hastings District Council

The council can help you understand the rules that apply to your land and explain what approvals may be needed before building can begin. hastingsdc.govt.nz

They can help with:

• Planning rules
• Resource consents
• Building consents
• Development contributions
• Infrastructure requirements
• Pre-application meetings

Te Puni Kōkiri

Te Puni Kōkiri provides information, advice, and support for papakāinga development on whenua Māori. It may also be able to help connect you with funding and professional services. hud.govt.nz, tpk.govt.nz

They can help with:

• Papakāinga planning
• Funding opportunities
• Infrastructure support
• Development advice

Māori Land Court

The Māori Land Court can help you understand land ownership and governance matters. This is useful if you are unsure who has authority to make decisions about the land. hastingsdc.govt.nz, portal.zero.govt.nz

They can help with:

• Ownership information
• Trustee responsibilities
• Governance questions
• Māori land records

Planning Consultants

A planner can help explain council rules and whether resource consent is likely to be needed.

They can help with:

• Understanding planning rules
• Resource consent applications
• Working with council
• Identifying potential planning issues

Engineers

An engineer can assess whether the site has the services needed for development.

They can help with:

• Water supply
• Wastewater systems
• Stormwater management
• Road access
• Infrastructure costs

Surveyors

Surveyors provide information about the land and its boundaries.

They can help with:

• Site measurements
• Boundaries
• Land information
• Development layouts

Architects and Designers

Architects and designers help turn your ideas into building plans.

They can help with:

• House designs
• Site layouts
• Concept plans
• Building plans

Legal Advisors

Legal advice may be needed if there are questions about ownership, trusts, or agreements between parties.

They can help with:

• Trust matters
• Legal agreements
• Governance issues
• Development contracts

Financial and Funding Advisors

Financial advisors can help you understand whether the project is affordable and identify possible funding options.

They can help with:

• Budgets
• Funding applications
• Cashflow planning
• Financial feasibility