Volume One 9. Public Access and Open Space (b) the location and design (including colour) of any proposed structure on the reserve itself; (c) the effect of the proposed activity regarding daylight, shading and light spill on adjoining properties and the reserve itself; (d) the effects of traffic flow to and from the reserve site and the locality in which the reserve is set; (e) the effects of noise from the proposed activity on adjoining properties; (f) access points onto the reserve; (g) any historical, conservation, ecological, archaeological or waahi tapu values associated with the reserve; (h) design and location in terms of enabling people to provide for their safety, either at the reserve or on adjoining properties; and (i) the effect on other users of the reserve. This policy contains criteria against which applications for activities on reserve land can be considered. It will allow for the different aspects of a proposal to be considered in relation to the particular characteristics of the reserve on which the activity is proposed. [C, R, D] Policy 9.4.5 – When determining applications for resource consent to carry out activities in the Open Space 4 Zone, the following matters must be considered: (a) the sensitive alpine character of the Open Space 4 Zone and how the proposed activity will avoid or mitigate any adverse effects on this character; (b) the location and design (including colour) of any proposed structure; and (c) any other policies of the Marlborough Environment Plan related to discharges to water, land or air, land disturbance, the clearance of indigenous vegetation and the taking and use of water. The Open Space 4 Zone has been established to accommodate the activities of Marlborough’s two skifields - the Rainbow Ski Area, located high in the St Arnaud Range and operating under a licence from the Department of Conservation, and the Mount Lyford Ski Area, which is a privately owned and operated resort development with access off the Inland Kaikoura Road. Both skifields are important recreation/tourism attractions for Marlborough but are located in sensitive alpine environments with only limited ability to absorb change and development. It is important that development in these areas is carefully managed to ensure the values of these high country environments is protected. Methods of implementation The methods listed below are to be implemented by the Council unless otherwise specified. [C, D] 9.M.1 Zoning The MEP identifies four specific open space zones, which along with the Coastal Marine Zone and Floodway Zone are important in providing for public access. The Open Space 1 Zone generally applies to smaller areas of open space that provide for the amenity of residential areas. These areas provide for amenity because of their open character and the local recreation and community activities they accommodate. Children’s play areas are often found in the Open Space 1 Zone. The Open Space 2 Zone applies to those areas of open space that cater to active recreation, including sports fields, tennis courts, indoor recreation/ leisure pursuits and a number of other recreation and community activities. 9 – 15