Districtwide Vision
Explore how we’re building a vibrant future together. This vision for our district is shaped by your ideas and feedback, highlighting what matters most to our community now and for generations to come.
Discover Our Shared Themes
Our community vision is built around three foundational pillars: People, Place, and Partnership. Each theme within these pillars reflects the aspirations you’ve shared for a connected, resilient, and thriving district.
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People | Place | Partnership
Your Vision for Kāpiti
Discover what makes the Kāpiti Coast such a dynamic and thriving district by exploring our community’s vision for the future of our People, Place, and Partnerships. These areas of focus reflect your insights and aspirations, so we can shape a future where we deepen our connections, protect our natural and cultural treasures, and build partnerships that ensure Kāpiti Coast will thrive now and into the future.
Kāpiti Coast is a dynamic and diverse community, comprising of distinct and connected villages as well as thriving local economies and communities of interest. The district has good transport connectivity to major centres, although public transport options are limited between the villages. Residents value the peaceful, safe atmosphere, and relaxed coastal lifestyle.
Feedback demonstrates that the Kāpiti Coast community values inclusivity and community spirit, and would like to enhance community spaces and provide more opportunities for social connections, particularly for young people. We have heard that there is strong concern about access to health care, and that there is support for balanced development.
Connections
Where we are
We value the existing community diversity and the community spirit on the Kāpiti Coast.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback shows a desire for stronger, more cohesive connections with enhanced social infrastructure and hubs and clubs.
The shifts you want us to make
Creating inclusive spaces, upgrading amenities, enhancing opportunities for community interaction, particularly for youth and families.
Your ideas
Health
Where we are
There are concerns about the availability of primary and urgent care services on the coast, as well as access to regional hospitals and specialist care.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback expresses a need for a comprehensive, easy-to-access healthcare system with more GPs, after-hours care, and better access to hospital and mental health services.
The shifts you want us to make
Expanding local healthcare facilities, improving mental health services, enhancing emergency care, and increasing access to regional hospital services.
Your ideas
Energy
Where we are
We have taken initial steps towards renewable energy adoption, there is some community resistance to wind turbines.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback shows a desire for predominantly renewable energy sources, and higher adoption of sustainable local energy generation.
The shifts you want us to make
Increasing support for solar energy, incentivising renewable energy adoption.
Your ideas
Networks & Connectivity
Where we are
We have existing transport connectivity to Wellington by train and expressway, however public transport within the district is poor.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback shows a desire for better connectivity and accessibility with advanced and resilient transport networks including public services.
The shifts you want us to make
Investing in sustainable public transport on the coast, and improving road efficiency and safety.
Your ideas
Food
Where we are
We have strong support for local food systems, community gardens.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback reflects a desire for resilient local food systems with widespread urban agriculture and food security.
The shifts you want us to make
Promoting community food production, supporting local growers and markets.
Your ideas
Housing
Where we are
We have a lack of affordable housing options, including public housing and rentals. There is a lack of housing diversity. Our community have concerns over balancing density with maintaining existing character.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback shows a desire for diverse, affordable housing options integrated with the local character of existing neighbourhoods. There was a call for diverse, innovative housing models and streamlined consenting processes.
The shifts you want us to make
Balancing intensification with character preservation, through good design and public infrastructure.
Your ideas
Income and Work
Where we are
We desire balanced economic development with support for local businesses providing employment. There is some concern with over-commercialisation.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback expressed a desire to have a thriving local economy with higher-value jobs through commercial developments and opportunities for all.
The shifts you want us to make
Creating flexible workspaces, and attracting new businesses, particularly cafes and eateries to serve locals and attract visitors.
Your ideas
Peace, Safety, Equality
Where we are
Our peaceful, safe atmosphere is valued, although there are some calls for improved security measures with concerns in some local areas about safety.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Our community would like Kāpiti District to be a safe community where urban design, public amenities and facilities reflect crime prevision philosophy. There are adequate local safety-oriented services. Community is inclusive and equal.
The shifts you want us to make
Increasing presence of police and other key services. Empowering community leadership to champion positive social behaviour. Improving safety through urban design. Supporting opportunities and accessibility for all.
Your ideas
Education and Training
Where we are
We appreciate our existing educational facilities and institutions, and have a desire for more local education options and greater capacity.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback show a desire for an inclusive, innovative education system with diverse pathways to employment. You would like to see education and training that aligns with community needs and work opportunities.
The shifts you want us to make
Developing new schools, expanding adult education, supporting Māori and vocational education.
Your ideas
Kāpiti Coast is a thriving district, nestled between the mountains and the sea. Our landscapes support a range of activities, including primary agriculture, villages and townships, commerce, reserves and recreation. The natural environment and proximity to water bodies is highly valued, and the community treasures the natural and built environments.
We have heard that the community want to ensure our environment is safeguarded to allow future generations to enjoy the lifestyle we have today. Feedback across the district expresses support for sustainable development and balanced growth that preserves the existing character, and protects our green spaces and agricultural land.
Water/Ocean Health
Where we are
We have a strong appreciation for our proximity to water bodies, as well as some concerns about erosion and water quality.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback expresses desire for clean, healthy waters with effective management of water use, erosion and flooding.
The shifts you want us to make
Improving stormwater management, supporting coastal defences, enhancing water quality.
Your ideas
Climate
Where we are
We have mixed levels of concern about climate change. There is wide, emphasis on waste management and coastal protection. We have a desire for action to be balanced and within resources available.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback shows desire for achieving comprehensive climate resilience, and strong community support for sustainability initiatives.
The shifts you want us to make
Focusing on emission reduction, and climate adaptation strategies that work for the community and improving waste management.
Your ideas
Air Quality
Where we are
We generally are satisfied with local air quality, though we have some concerns about environmental impact of development.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback demonstrates a desire for pristine air quality with minimal pollution, and ensuring sustainable development practices that will support this.
The shifts you want us to make
Continuing practices that support and protect good air quality. Expanding green spaces.
Land Use
Where we are
We are concerned about balancing development with need for housing growth in a way that limits environmental impacts.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback expresses a desire for sustainable land use that accommodates growth whilst preserving productivity and natural character.
The shifts you want us to make
Implementing strategic growth plans, enhancing green spaces, protecting agricultural and conservation land.
Your ideas
Biodiversity
Where we are
We place high value on our natural environment, and show strong support for local conservation initiatives.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Our community would like to see enhanced natural spaces with diverse ecosystems and protected habitats.
The shifts you want us to make
Increasing native planting, strengthening pest control programs, reduce damaging environmental practices.
Your ideas
The Kāpiti Coast community value transparency and accountability in governance, and supports diverse community initiatives and events. Feedback indicates the community would like more facilities for community use, and they would like to see increased communication and community engagement and inclusive decision making processes in order to build a high level of trust.
Trust & Confidence
Where we are
We have mixed trust in council planning and actions, and the desire for improved transparency and accountability. Desire for focus on minimising costs and impact on rates by focusing on essentials.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback expresses a desire to achieve a high level of trust because Council engages well and understands and responds to community needs. Council’s work is affordable for the community.
The shifts you want us to make
Improving council communication, increasing transparency, fostering inclusive decision-making processes.
Your ideas
Community Partnership
Where we are
We express support for diverse community initiatives and events, including celebrating local culture and belonging.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Community feedback expresses a desire for vibrant community life with robust support for local organisations and cultural activities.
The shifts you want us to make
Supporting volunteer activities and capacity, and reducing barriers for community organisations. Increasing Council facilities for community use.
Your ideas
Shared Direction
Where we are
There is an emphasis on the need for community visions, with some concern that previous community visions have not been as influential as hoped.
Where you want us to be by 2060+
Communities want their own strong, shared visions. They want to participate in local engagement informs decision-making and implementation.
The shifts you want us to make
Enhancing community engagement, supporting local initiatives, strengthening partnerships with iwi and stakeholders.