Village Character

In Titahi Bay we value the diversity of people, lifestyles and housing that make up our community. We want to retain and enhance essential features of the natural environment, including the beach, coast, harbour, open spaces and expansive views. High rise building and greater density of dwellings are opposed. Local retail, trade and light industry are welcome in the Bay. We value the existing range of recreational and cultural facilities and would like them expanded in some areas. Safety, in all its aspects, is strongly desired.

Likes

• Proximity to the beach

• The mix of housing and people

• The history and heritage of the Bay

• The quality of life for all ages

• The natural environment

• The diverse range of sports, arts and social groups

Dislikes

• Empty shops

• Lack of emphasis on walking and cycling

• Anyone’s views being blocked

• Irresponsible driving on and off roads

• Graffiti, litter and lack of rubbish bins

• No local base for the community constable

• Lack of a petrol station, automatic teller machine (ATM) and other services

• Inadequate signage throughout the Bay

Opportunities

• Available space for an increased range of retail services

• A strong existing sense of community and support networks in the Bay

• Educational potential of the beach and ecosystems

• A stable population with a changing demographic

• The chance to enrich the environment e.g. plant more trees

• The chance to establish means to calm traffic movements

Concerns

• Future developments exceeding site coverage and height limits

• The possibility of major developments on the beach front

• Some potential development changing the mix of people living in Titahi Bay

• Degradation of the natural environment

• Limited pedestrian access around the Bay

Proposed Actions

•  PCC to involve Titahi Bay residents in the scheduled review of the suburban zone in the District Plan.
• Residents and police work together to build, enlarge and promote neighbourhood support groups and create murals to restrict graffiti.
• Residents identify and create a list of key locations requiring directions and signage and co-ordinate with PCC over suitable locations for appropriate signage.
•  Residents and local authorities work together to promote native tree planting and create a village-wide landscaping scheme that assists residents to improve their gardens.
•  Locate the community constable at a suitable site in the Bay.
•  PCC to undertake an urban design study for the shopping centre and surrounding urban areas.
• Residents to work with PCC and other agencies to ensure the urban design study incorporates residents plans for the area and residents are consulted throughout the process.
• Create a plan of all areas requiring rubbish bins and maintenance in Titahi Bay.
• Create a list of public areas requiring regular maintenance and servicing.
• Work with PCC to establish suitable traffic calming methods around Titahi Bay.
• Create a gateway to Titahi Bay.
•  The residents to consider having an elected Community Board.
•  Promote a PCC phone number and website for residents to contact regarding maintenance and service requests. Ensure the phone service runs smoothly, specific services are identified, response times are improved and there is consultation regarding the services.
•  Improve dog control throughout the Bay and promote the dog control contact numbers.
• Create a consistent landscape style in conjunction with the TBRA e.g. bollards.