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The existing outfall shown above passes through 41 Marine Parade and then
exits close to the low tide mark. Using this location for an upgraded
outfall offers the same improvements to the stormwater
system, but has a number of advantages:
• it does not
introduce another structure into the Coastal Marine Area
• an upgraded pipe at
this location would carry discharges much further from the shore,
keeping pollutants and rubbish further away from Sloanes
Beach
• the structure of
the rock shelf at this location allows the pipe to be buried, yet
still exit above the surrounding mud level, thereby minimizing the
visual impact
• there is no risk of
increased erosion on Sloanes Beach
• the amenity values
of Sloanes Beach are preserved.
These are
overwhelming advantages that outweigh any short term inconvenience to
those affected by this upgrade option. The consent application fails
to present any substantive arguments as to why this option is not
being pursued despite its clear advantages.
Reference:
Resource Consent Application, Appendix A: Marine Parade, Herne
Bay, Stormwater Remedial Options Report
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