Who is affected?
All ratepayers/residents in the lower Waitaki rating district are currently affected by a slightly increased flood risk.
Owners of the 13 directly affected sites have a significantly increased erosion and flood risk to their property.
Four of the eroded sites require a minimum level of repair as they are considered critical to residents of lower Waitaki and threaten:
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a power pylon.
Transpower has agreed to contribute funds for its protection. -
a community water supply.
The lower Waihao Rural Water Supply Scheme intake is at significant risk. Waimate District Council has agreed to consider a financial contribution to this, noting the financial constraints it is facing. - an urupā (Māori cemetery) and
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an irrigation scheme race.
Environment Canterbury and Otago Regional Council are working together to gather the views of ratepayers to develop a solution that meets the needs of landowners (which may vary by region).
Consultation has concluded