Documents
District Plan
The Hastings District Plan is a legal document which sets out the Council's policies and strategies for managing the use, development and protection of the natural and physical resources of the district.Forms
Application and submission forms for all areas of Council business.Annual Plan
The Annual Plan sets out the Council's major projects and focus areas for the coming year.- Pages:
- Annual Plan
Annual Report
The Annual Report is our statement to the community about our finances and performance during the financial year.Bylaws
Bylaws are are the local laws set by Hastings District Council. They include laws around public health, safety, nuisances and animals.- Pages:
- Bylaw Review
- Bylaws Part 01: Introductory Bylaw
- Bylaws Part 02: Amusement Devices and Amusement Galleries
- Bylaws Part 03: Animals
- Bylaws Part 06: Cemeteries
- Bylaws Part 07: Crematorium Bylaw 2007
- Bylaws Part 08: Cycles and Skateboards
- Bylaws Part 09: Dog Control
- Bylaws Part 10: Speed Limits
- Bylaws Part 11: Fire Control Bylaw
- More...
LTCCP (Ten Year Plan)
This plan outlines Council’s proposed spending over the next ten years, and provides a framework from which to view our long term goals and objectives for the district.Strategies
Council strategies and plans- Pages:
- Coastal Strategy
- Commercial Zone Review and Large Format Retail Strategy 2003-2023
- Cycling Strategy
- Gambling Strategy
- Hastings Coming Out to Play Strategy
- Hastings Urban Development Strategy
- Hawke's Bay Regional Traffic Study
- Heretaunga Plains Urban Development Strategy
- Industrial Strategy
- Reserves Strategy
- More...
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Community Services Brochure
This brochure gives an overview of the Hastings District Council's Community Services Group. Download the entire document (PDF 1 MB) or any of the four sections below.
Flaxmere Town Centre Upgrade
As the Flaxmere community has changed and grown over time so too has the need for the town centre to adapt. The Hastings District Council has recognised this need and initiated the Urban Design Framework to help guide future council decisions on urban form, land use and community projects in and around the town centre.
Landscape guidelines for subdivision and development
The purpose of these guidelines is to encourage development design that protects and enhances the qualities of Hastings District’s rural landscapes.
Positive Ageing Forum
Hastings District has an ageing population and a slightly higher proportion of older adults than found nationally. Projections indicate that the Hastings district's older population (65+) will grow from 12.8% of the population (2006 Census) to 22.7% of the total district population by 2026. This compares to 19.9% older adults nationally by 2026.
Your Recycling Guide
This guide provides Hawke’s Bay residents with a variety of alternatives to landfill and lets you know who to contact; it’s that easy!
Engineering Code of Practice Review
Hastings District Council has been performing a review of the ‘Engineering Code of Practice 1997’ (‘ECOP’) to align with current construction standards and best practice.
The draft review of the Engineering Code was now been completed utilising NZS4404:2004 as the base document underlying Hastings District’s local requirements.
Havelock North Village - Framework for Future Development
The coming years will see Havelock North continue to develop and grow, so it’s important to ensure this growth enhances the qualities which make the Village such an attractive and distinctive place.
Litter Infringement Policy and Fines
Reserve Management Plans
The Hastings District Council has over 150 reserves and areas of open space that it owns or manages within the District (See Reserve Maps). These areas of open space are generally classified under the Reserves Act.
