Chapter 31 - Town Commercial Zone j) The need for on-site landscaping of grounds surrounding buildings or of car parking areas or for fencing and other site works; and k) The effect of the proposal on the safety, convenience, and vitality of the town centre. 31.4.2.2 Hazardous Facilities (District Function) 31.4.2.2.1 Criteria for Assessment a) The location of any special natural features, or other environmentally sensitive areas, to be protected; b) The possibility of exposure to natural hazards; c) The density of surrounding development; d) The availability of and access to suitable transport routes; e) The risks associated with transportation to or from the site; f) Compliance with any relevant Codes of Practice or guidelines; g) Specific requirements may be imposed to ensure that any undue risk posed by the facility is avoided or mitigated. Particular regard will be given to site layout, site management and emergency procedures and monitoring systems; h) Provision for site management (operational) plans and emergency plans; i) Proposals for monitoring the storage, use and transportation of hazardous substances; and j) Consideration of practicable alternative operating methods or sites. 31.4.3 Resource Consent Conditions 31.4.3.1 Any resource consent may include conditions relating to any one or more of the follo wing: a) All those matters contained in section 108 of the Act; b) The bulk and location of buildings; c) The protection or enhancement of amenity values; d) The protection or enhancement of the quality and quantity of natural waters or water systems; e) The protection of any significant environmental feature; f) The protection of any iwi, heritage or archaeological sites or features; g) The design and appearance of any buildings; h) Financial contributions in accordance with the requirements of the Plan; i) Bonds or covenants to secure the performance of consent conditions; j) Landscape design and appearance, and site layout; k) The protection of future roading options and the management of traffic impacts; and l) Any adverse effect on the environment. 31 - 15