12. Consultation and User Groups Flashcards
How is consultation defined by the courts?
The process of meeting and listening to the viewpoint of others and making reasonable endeavours to incorporate these views
How does consultation help planning a development?
Minimises effect on surroundings and smooths the way for stakeholders
How does consultation help designing a building?
Enhances design value and achieves fit for purpose
How does consultation help delivery?
Staying in touch with interested parties
What 4 things should be done during consultation
- Set discussion parameters
- Clearly go through project objectives
- Listen - explore how it could be modified without compromise
- Start early
How does the Treaty of Waitangi affect consultation?
Consultation with tangata whenua required for Government funded projects
What is Tangata Whenua?
The iwi (tribe) or hapu (subtribe) that hold mana whenua over the land
What is cultural monitoring?
Consultation process with iwi
What do outcomes of Tangata Whenua consultation generally relate to?
Land, history, effect on natural environment
What are the physical effects of Tangata Whenua consultation?
Usually minor - integrating symbolic artwork and materials
How should early identification of applicable iwi be achieved?
By appointing a specialist consultant networked with iwi
When are Te Powhiri’s carried out?
At outset (land blessing) and opening (building blessing) at sunrise
What is best practice for Tangata Whenua consultation?
Mutual respect and sensitivity to protocol, symbolism, location
What are 6 possible effects to a development of Tangata Whenua consultation?
- Site planning (layout) and orientation
- Space to have formal ceremonies at the front
- Reflect environment including building materials
- Stormwater environmental improvement
- Incorporating spiritual qualities
- Inclusion of whanau rooms
What is a Te Powhiri?
A welcome ceremony
