Chapter 10 - Urban Environments Policy 2.2 Preserve the natural character of the coastal environment of the Sounds by enabling appropriate residential use and development in areas where the natural character has already been compromised. Policy 2.3 Ensure that activities along the coastal margin of the Sounds avoid, remedy or mitigate adverse effects on the natural environment, areas of significance to tangata whenua and to amenity values. The areas identified for Sounds Residential development are shown on the Planning Maps (Volume Three of the Plan). These areas are based on previous plans, namely the Marlborough Division Section of the Transitional Marlborough District Plan. Land previously zoned as Residential B, Deferred Residential B; and Residential C has been recognised as being suitable for this zone. The advantage of using these previously recognised areas is that a number of the issues and constraints may have already been resolved, for example, any conflicts with non residential activities and sewage disposal. 10.2.1.2 Methods of Implementation Zoning The Urban Residential Zone is identified on the planning maps within the following areas: • Picton; • Waikawa; • Havelock; and • Rai Valley. The Sounds Residential Zone is identified on the planning maps. Designation Within residential zone areas floodways are identified and activities affecting or affected by flooding are specifically controlled. Rules Plan rules permit residential activity within those identified areas subject to performance standards. Annual Plan Through the Annual Plan process, progressively undertake improvements to local roading, sewerage, water supply and stormwater services, and flood control works. Research The Council will continue to monitor and research the requirements and limitations to residential growth in the urban environment and the Marlborough Sounds areas. Plan controls are considered to be the only effective method of controlling residential development within sustainable limits. Urban residential use must be able to be sustainably served with the necessary services. The development of properties for residential activities in the Sounds gives rise to different issues and effects compared to the urban residential situation. It is considered appropriate to establish independent zoning and effects management regimes for the Urban Residential and the Sounds Residential areas. 10 - 7