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Proposed Improvements to Devonport Wharf Transport Facilities

Auckland Transport: An Auckland Council Organisation

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© Auckland Transport 2014

Page 1Auckland Transport is seeking feedback on proposed improvements to Devonport Wharf from Monday 12 May until 4pm Friday 6 June 2014. The improvements are illustrated in the images throughout this brochure and include the following:

Design Element 1: A new canopy on the western side of the wharf building to provide shelter along the walkway

Design Element 2: Removal of the existing run-down canopy and the extension of the roof at the front of the wharf building

Design Element 3: A new bus shelter along the full length of the relocated bus stop to provide protection from the weather for passengers

Design Element 4: The redirection of the pedestrian pathway, which currently runs through the wharf building to improve pedestrian flow and provide a larger space for retail activities within the building

Public input is a key aspect of the design process to ensure that each design element enhances this major transport hub for users while responding to and incorporating the needs and character of the community. As such we welcome and encourage your feedback.

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Why are these changes being proposed? The Devonport Wharf is a key commuter hub and the gateway through which residents, visitors and tourists enter this picturesque seaside village. It is therefore important that facilities are not only suitable for ferry and bus passengers but that the wharf creates an attractive gateway to Devonport.

The proposed changes should enhance the customer experience by providing improved shelter as well as better retail potential in the north end of the wharf building. The improvements will help create a more vibrant 'street like' feel which will encourage greater use of the facilities, and attract some food and beverage based retail activities.

The proposed bus shelter installation is also part of a programme to improve the quality of bus stop infrastructure across Auckland.

The proposed improvements complement the already approved upgrades to Devonport Marine Square, the new wharf boardwalk and the new main entrance on the eastern side of the wharf building. These works will also alter the current configuration of the bus stop by moving it west and extending its length. These improvements are scheduled to be completed in early 2015.

Together, the works currently underway and the improvements proposed as part of this consultation, should

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significantly improve the travelling experience and encourage more people to use public transport. This supports Auckland Transport's move to create a simpler, better connected public transport network with safe attractive environments for passengers (including transferring from one mode to another – in this case bus to ferry).

1. Design Element 1: A new canopy on the western side of the building

2. Design Element 2: The extension of the roof at the front of the wharf building

3. Design Element 3: A new bus shelter along the full length of the bus stop

4. Design Element 4: The redirection of the pedestrian pathway, which currently runs through the wharf building

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What are we seeking feedback on? All four design elements are being consulted on as one package; however we are seeking feedback on each of the four design elements, which are outlined below:

Design Element 1: A new canopy on the western side of the building

Designed to provide protection from the weather for transferring passengers.

Design Element 2: The extension of the roof at the front of the wharf building

The proposed design provides a sense of openness and replaces the existing run-down free-standing canopy.

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Design Element 3: A new bus shelter along the full length of the bus stop

Designed to provide protection from the weather for passengers transferring between bus and ferry, and for bus passengers waiting at the bus stop. The shelter has been designed to preserve views of the harbour and city, with gaps in the rear wall to enable people to walk through. The bus stop and shelter will be located along the southern edge of the car parking area (to the western side of the ferry terminal). Please note that the bus stop is being relocated and extended as part of an already approved project. The shelter will be provided along the relocated bus stop not the current bus stop location.

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Design Element 4: The redirection of the pedestrian pathway which currently runs through the wharf building

Enhanced Retail Space (no thoroughfare)

Proposed covered pedestrian pathways

This proposal removes the current internal pedestrian path through the centre of the northern end of the wharf building and redirects people via the paths on the eastern and western sides of the building. Canopies will provide shelter from the weather for these paths. The removal of the existing internal path will create a larger and enhanced retail space, which will be suitable for food and beverage retail activities.

Please note:The upgrades to the Devonport Marine Square, the new wharf boardwalk, the new main entrance on the eastern side of the wharf building and the relocation of the bus stop has already been approved and construction is underway, therefore we are not seeking feedback on these projects.

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When will these changes be made?Subject to the outcomes of this consultation, the next phase of the project will be to apply for resource consent in late 2014.

At this stage construction is planned to commence in early 2016.

How can I provide feedback?We welcome your feedback by 4pm Friday 6 June 2014, by:

Completing the online feedback form at www.AT.govt.nz/devonportwharf

Filling out the attached freepost feedback form and sending it back

If you are visually impaired or have difficulty completing the forms, you can call us on 09 366 6400 and our call centre staff can complete the form on your behalf

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How do I get further information? Call us on 09 366 6400 Visit our consultation webpage at

www.AT.govt.nz/devonportwharf Come and meet us at our drop-in day at Devonport

Wharf on Wednesday 28 May between 3pm and 7.30pm (in the passenger waiting area three quarters of the way down the wharf on the right hand side)

What happens after consultation closes?We will prepare a consultation report that will be available to all submitters and the public. The report will confirm whether the proposals will proceed to the resource consent application stage, and will also outline the key themes raised during consultation, Auckland Transport's response to these themes, and any resulting changes to the proposals.

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Feedback form If possible please go to www.AT.govt.nz/devonportwharf to provide your feedback. If you fill in this form please return it by 4pm Friday 6 June 2014.

Transcriber's Note: The fields in the following feedback form have been omitted. If you wish to complete a feedback form please either: phone the call centre staff on 09 366 6400; complete the form online at www.AT.govt.nz/devonportwharf; or have someone fill out the feedback form supplied with the original brochure.

Design Element 1: A new canopy on the western side of the wharf building to provide shelter along the walkway Do you support the proposed extension of the roof on the western side of the building? (Please tick one)

Strongly Support / Support / Neutral / Oppose / Strongly Oppose

What aspects of this design element do you like, and why?

What aspects of this design element do you not like, and why?

Do you have any other suggestions that could improve the design element?

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Design Element 2: Removal of the existing run-down canopy and the extension of the roof at the front of the wharf building Do you support the proposed extension of the roof at the front of the wharf building? (Please tick one)

Strongly Support / Support / Neutral / Oppose / Strongly Oppose

What aspects of this design element do you like, and why?

What aspects of this design element do you not like, and why?

Do you have any other suggestions that could improve the design element?

Design Element 3: A new bus shelter along the full length of the relocated bus stop to provide protection from the weather for passengers Do you support the proposed construction of the bus shelter? (Please tick one)

Strongly Support / Support / Neutral / Oppose / Strongly Oppose

What aspects of this design element do you like, and why?

What aspects of this design element do you not like, and why?

Do you have any other suggestions that could improve the design element?

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Design Element 4: The redirection of the pedestrian pathway, which currently runs through the wharf building to improve pedestrian flow and provide a larger space for retail activities within the building Do you support the proposed realignment of the internal pedestrian pathway? (Please tick one)

Strongly Support / Support / Neutral / Oppose / Strongly Oppose

What aspects of this design element do you like, and why?

What aspects of this design element do you not like, and why?

Do you have any other suggestions that could improve the design element?

Personal InformationProviding your personal details is optional, however providing us with your postal or email address ensures that we can contact you with updates to the project following the close of consultation.

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Street Address:

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