Ōtaki Beach draft concept plan

Ōtaki Beach project area

The project scope is limited to the area highlighted below.

Ōtaki Beach existing access

There are five formal and informal paths with varying gradients crossing between the dunes and the beach within the scope of the project.

Some of the paths change location over time.

The only concrete path is used by the surf lifesaving club. The partially marked carpark near the surf lifesaving club is used by pedestrians and vehicles.

Ōtaki Beach draft concept plan

Click to enlarge. Please note the draft concept plan has not yet been costed. The works might need to be staged to align with budget availability.

The concept plan proposes two formal paths to the beach. These will have a gradient of 1:20, making them fully accessible.

A wooden boardwalk between the carparks will provide viewing opportunities and places for accessible seating and a picnic table.

An accessible mat which allows people in wheelchairs, pushing a pram or using a walker to get onto the beach could be included.

The carpark near the surf lifesaving club will be remarked, allowing three accessible carparks and separating a footpath from the carpark.

A new concrete path in front of the surf lifesaving club to the ball sports court