Kāpiti is set for growth and economic success. Our close proximity to Wellington will be significantly enhanced by the building of the Mackays to Peka Peka Expressway, Transmission Gully and the Peka Peka to Ōtaki Expressway (Kāpiti Expressway).
Reduced travel times from the north and the south will make Kāpiti a more desirable place to live and bolster our economy through population growth, visitor attraction and business development.
We want to take advantage of the opportunities created by the Expressway while at the same time helping our communities respond positively to change.
To do this we have a programme of work underway that also supports the Council’s vision for Kāpiti – a vibrant, diverse and thriving district.
Our initial focus is on the first section of the Kāpiti Expressway to be completed – Mackays to Peka Peka. Meanwhile we are continuing to work with the NZ Transport Agency, and to advocate for and protect the community’s interests during the next phases of construction – Peka Peka to Ōtaki and Transmission Gully. A connected, accessible and thriving Kāpiti is at the heart of our planning.
Our programme of work to help realise the benefits the Mackays to Peka Peka Expressway brings to our district includes:
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZ Transport Agency) announced its decision on the route for the Wellington Northern Corridor on 15 December 2009.
The Expressway which extends through the Kāpiti district from Mackays Crossing to north of Ōtaki, is being developed as two separate projects: the southern section from Mackays Crossing to Peka Peka and the northern section from Peka Peka to Ōtaki.
Property owners who are concerned about the effects of the Kāpiti Expressway projects should contact the NZ Transport Agency directly: 04 894 5200. Information about property owners' rights is available from Land Information New Zealand |
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Mackays to Peka Peka Expressway
Peka Peka to Ōtaki Expressway
Council's Submissions
Council's Project Objectives
The Alliance and Councils Involvement
Expressways Reports
Official Information Act Requests - Expressways
Transmission Gully
Kāpiti Coast District Council
175 Rimu Road
Private Bag 60601
Paraparaumu 5254
04 296 4700
0800 486 486
Fax: 04 296 4830
kapiti.council@kapiticoast.govt.nz
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