Marlborough Sounds Resource Management Plan 27.2.4 Assessment Criteria (Controlled, Discretionary and Non Complying Subdivision Activities) 27.2.4.1 The requirements of section 106 of the Act. 27.2.4.2 The Marlborough Regional Policy Statement. 27.2.4.3 The objectives and policies of the Plan. Refer to Volume One of this document. 27.2.4.4 Any relevant rules of the Plan. (Planning map notations may also impose requirements, eg; road widening). 27.2.4.5 The Standard Requirements for Subdivision and Development and the assessment of effects on the environment required by that section of the Plan, and where appropriate , that assessment of effects shall include the likely effects of the proposal: 27.2.4.5.1 On the locality and the wider community and in particular: a) Whether the proposal will maintain or enhance the amenity values of the surrounding area; b) Whether the proposal creates any demand for services or infrastructure at a cost to the wider community; c) Whether the proposal contributes to the character of the surrounding area and helps maintain the cultural and heritage values of the community; d) Whether the proposal adversely affects roading, traffic movement or road safety; and e) Whether the proposal adversely affects water supply, increases fire risk, or reduces access to the coast. 27.2.4.5.2 On the amenities of the surrounding area and, in particular, whether the end result of the proposed subdivision will: a) Adversely affect the natural quality of any tree, or bush, or group of trees which makes a significant contribution to the visual qualities of surrounding area; b) Visually intrude on any significant ridgeline or skyline or significant landscape; and c) Detract from any view or vista which contributes to the aesthetic coherence of a locality. 27.2.4.5.3 On any significant environmental features and in particular whether the end result of the proposed subdivision will: a) Adversely affect any habitat of indigenous species or trout and salmon; and b) Compromise the integrity of any terrestrial or maritime ecosystem. 27.2.4.5.4 On natural and physical resources such that any proposed subdivision: a) Does not compromise land with actual or potential value for primary production by the location of buildings; b) Complements any building or man-made feature in the locality which contributes to the character of the locality; 27 - 6