Wairau/ Awatere Resource Management Plan urban activities at the rural/urban interface must expect to compromise their urban amenity expectations where there are justifiable and reasonable effects as a result of primary production activities in the rural environment. Subdivision of land for commercial or industrial purposes does not, to the same extent, need to rely on strong controls in respect of amenity values. There is provision for smaller allotments or subdivision where comprehensive developments are proposed as higher quality development is possible. Subdivision for other purposes, including land used for conservation, recreation or cultural facilities should be undertaken in a manner which reflects the natural character or cultural values of these facilities, and the likely public needs associated with them. For other forms of subdivision, involving land for conservation, recreation or cultural purposes, it is impractical to specify minimum subdivision sizes and dimensions because of the highly variable nature of circumstances associated with subdivision for such purposes. The incidence of subdivision proposals in these circumstances is relatively small, and a key issue is to ensure that the subdivision pattern does not compromise the future management of areas of natural or cultural value and enhances their protection. Objective 2 Protection of the environment from the adverse effects of site works associated with subdivision and the promotion of effective and efficient servicing of development. Policy 2.1 Avoid, remedy or mitigate the adverse effects of site works associated with subdivision by ensuring each proposed site is suitable for its intended use. Policy 2.2 Recognise the need to integrate subdivision practice with the environmental requirements for use and development contained throughout this Plan. Subdivision itself, is a legal process, which does not have direct environmental effects. But the subsequent site development works and effects relating to site servicing requirements can have an adverse impact on the environment. Specific objectives, policies and methods of implementation are provided through the Plan, which relate to site development and servicing effects brought about by the subdivision of land. As such, they need to be addressed at the time of subdivision and in a way which is consistent with effects from development where this occurs without subdivision. Policy 2.2 in particular, recognises this relationship and directs users to other policies and requirements contained throughout the Plan. This also avoids repetition and provides for consistency. Examples of relevant sections include, Chapter 14 in relation to land disturbance arising from site development work, and, Chapter 15 which contains policies and requirements relating to on-site waste treatment. Chapter 17 contains policies and methods to manage development (including subdivision) in relation to natural hazards. Refer to all chapters. 23 - 6