Beaches
The Kāpiti Coast coastline is approximately 40 kilometres long. As well as being the location for significant urban development, our beautiful beaches are an important community asset with many unique characteristics and natural qualities.
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We have 40kms of coastline here in Kāpiti and our beautiful beaches are highly popular with locals and visitors to the district. While they're there for everyone to enjoy, it’s...
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Fire and Emergency NZ (FENZ) are the responsible Authority under the changes in Legislation brought about by The Fire and Emergency New Zealand Act 2016. You need a permit for a...
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Horses are permitted on all Kāpiti beaches with restrictions on urban areas during summer as follows. Between 11am – 5pm from 1 December to the end of daylight savings (currently...
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Vehicles are permitted to access beaches: to launch or retrieve boats in designated boat launch areas, provided they take the shortest practical route to drive along the...
Related forms and documents for download
- Coastal Management Strategy (PDF, 2.06 MB)
- Beach Bylaw (PDF, 6.33 MB)
Building, Resource Consents and District Plan
In order to undertake your development, you may need to apply for both a building consent and a resource consent.
Our new Annual Plan 2019/20
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Elections 2019
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Kāpiti Coast Aquatics
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