Marlborough Sounds Resource Management Plan The Marlborough Code of Practice for Subdivision and Land Development establishes a means of complying with the Plan’s requirements. Designation The Plan recognises and provides for designations Process established by Utility Operators. Liaison The Council will liaise with Utility Operators to ensure continued provision of utility network services throughout the Marlborough Sounds area. Monitoring The Council monitoring of compliance with resource consent conditions and the results of State of Environment Monitoring will provide feedback on the adverse effects of utilities. Provisions built into industry-based codes of practices for Utility Operators specify monitoring requirements. The incidence of public health issues relating to utility networks will indicate the effectiveness of the management. Information/ Energy and water conservation devices and systems will be Advocacy promoted. Other The Council will continue to administer the requirements Legislation of the Building Act 1991 relating to aspects of utility provision including water supply, drainage, waste disposal and electricity. Plan rules enable utility operators to sustainably manage their structures, buildings and facilities provided adverse effects are avoided, remedied or mitigated. The health and safety, and wellbeing of the community is dependant on the services provided by utility networks. However, the provision of these services should avoid, remedy or mitigate adverse effects on amenity values or the environment. There is a continuing need for consultation and exchange on information relating to the operation and maintenance of utility networks. Utility Operators, customers and the Council all need to remain aware of the many statutes, controls and guidelines relating to the provision of utility services. 20.5 Anticipated Environmental Results Implementation of the policies and methods for the management of utilities will result in: • Sustainable utility networks which operate without significant adverse environmental effects; and • Small settlements with sustainably managed community-based utility services. 20 - 4