Fit with Regional Plans

RaglanRelationship of Future Proof to other Plans and Strategies

Future Proof will provide an overall framework for aligning other plans and strategies of the local and central government agencies and other organisations that deal with growth.

The focus of Future Proof is:

  • Long term vision and outcomes;
  • Growth forecasts for the subregion;
  • Broad environmental constraints and opportunities;
  • Distribution and timing of growth in settlements and rural areas;
  • Major infrastructure, including strategic roading projects.

Future Proof Strategy will be implemented through:

  • Regional Policy Statement;
  • Regional Transport Plan and Strategy;
  • City and District Growth Strategies.

City and District Growth Strategies will be aligned with Future Proof. The focus of these strategies is:

  • Implementation within settlements;
  • Local environmentalconstraints and opportunities;
  • Distribution and timing of development;

City and District Growth Strategies will be implemented through:

  • Long Term Council Community Plan;
  • District Plan: Structure Plans and Zoning.

City and District Growth strategies are being developed in parallel with the Future Proof project. Hamilton City, Waikato and Waipa Districts will also undertake consultation at the same time.