Resource consent for a 21-lot subdivision on the corner of McNulty Rd and State Highway 6 in Cromwell has been granted by the Central Otago District Council.
McNulty Corner Estate Ltd applied for consent to subdivide 3.8ha of land located within two residential resource areas (6 and 12) of Cromwell, into 21 residential lots ranging in size from 726sq m to 4409sq m.
The property is bounded by Alexander Lane, McNulty Rd, and Kawarau Gorge Rd near Cromwell's industrial area and will comprise a new road off McNulty Rd.
On June 24, applicant planner Catherine Beeby told the council hearings panel the subdivision would not look overcrowded because larger lots were located around the outside and smaller lots within the centre of the development.
The council received six formal submissions on the proposal, four of which were opposed, one in support, and one neutral. Four of the six adjoining property owners supported the proposal.
Opposing Cromwell residents said the application would result in overcrowding and some businesses in the area were concerned about potential strain on infrastructure.
Transit New Zealand supported the proposal as it would result in a new road to be constructed and it would not generate a significant number of vehicle movements.
The New Zealand Fire Service supported a consent if it provided for a reticulated water supply for firefighting.
The 29 conditions for consent include mitigation measures such as bunding, accordance with council building design, products and colours, construction of footpaths, and provision of street lighting as well as a reticulated water supply.
