Project Overview
The expansion of Northport at Marsden Point is a regionally significant infrastructure project designed to increase the port’s capacity through substantial coastal reclamation, dredging and new berth infrastructure. The project includes approximately 11.7 hectares of reclamation within the coastal marine area and the development of expanded port facilities. Its scale, coastal setting and technical complexity required an integrated consenting strategy spanning regional and district planning frameworks, multidisciplinary environmental assessments and contested statutory processes.
Our Contribution
Reyburn & Bryant acted as lead planning consultant, working closely with the wider project team to develop and manage the consenting strategy. Our role included preparation of the Assessment of Environmental Effects, coordination of specialist technical inputs, preparation of hearing evidence and management of the subsequent appeal process. Consent was ultimately secured through the Environment Court, supported by a comprehensive framework of consent conditions.
Project Highlights
- Approximately 11.7 hectares of coastal reclamation
- Dredging within the coastal marine area
- New berth infrastructure
- Expanded port capacity
- Regional and district resource consent processes
- Environment Court resolution and comprehensive consent conditions
Specialist Expertise Demonstrated
Major Infrastructure | Coastal Planning | Resource Consents | Assessment of Environmental Effects | Expert Coordination | Environment Court Processes