Waikanae Library

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Consultation has concluded

Since the old library closed, we’ve been investigating how to deliver a modern, sustainable, accessible community facility for Waikanae.

We’ve had advice from a range of specialists. We’ve tested a lot of thinking along the way with our community advisory group, the Waikanae Community Board, mana whenua and others.

Modern libraries are changing; they’re more of a community hub offering a wide range of activities and experiences. They connect, strengthen, inspire, and activate their communities.

We have a unique opportunity to re-imagine what a new facility could offer our changing community.

We’ve looked at options and limitations around a physical space, taking into account what property Council already owns, and the possible impacts of purchasing more.

We’ve also taken into account:

  • previous engagement that told us the new facility must be in Mahara Place
  • to service the predicted 2051 Waikanae population of 24,500, the optimal size for the facility is estimated to be around 2,400m2 square metres
  • the need to minimise further disruption on businesses and the community in Mahara Place, which has already endured several years of construction
  • avoiding replicating services that are, or could be, delivered by other providers.

Please take the time to find out about the topic, then let us know what’s really important to you.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us!

Ways people had their say online

The project objectives describe what the new facility aims to deliver for our community. We had seven idea boards that reflect each of these objectives; these boards will form what services we bring into the new library.

You can view the feedback from these boards below (these always include all feedback that was gathered at our physical hub locations:

  1. Supporting communities to connect
  2. Building healthy and resilient individuals and community
  3. Creating a sense of place and belonging
  4. Providing opportunities to learn, work, and create
  5. Supporting cultural identity and understanding
  6. Championing inclusivity
  7. An exemplar for sustainable practices

Location of the new library

A survey was conducted, so we could gather your feedback on the three options that were being considered for the new facility; each has its own pros and cons.


Option 1

Refurbish and extend the former library


Option 2

Refurbish both former and pop-up library buildings

Option 3

Refurbish both buildings and extend former library

Meets project objectives

Partially

Yes

Yes

Size*

1302 m2

Refurbish old library (884m2)

and

Refurbish pop-up library (1134m2)

TOTAL = 2018 m2

Refurbish and extend old library (1302 m2)

and

Refurbish pop-up library (1134m2)

TOTAL = 2436 m2

Description

Building is 110% earthquake strength. Can be re-roofed and modified internally. There is space behind the building to extend it, giving 200m2 more space over two floors = 400m2

The pop-up library building requires earthquake strengthening, new windows, and a new roof. Can be refurbished and modified internally.

Combines parts of option 1 and 2. It could be staged over several years for affordability or to match population growth.

Cost estimate as at May 2023

$12.6 million


$17.4 million

$22.7 million

Estimated additional annual operating cost

$150,000

$440,000

$480,000

Funding impact

Within existing budget allowance. No impact on rates

Approx. 1% increase on rates for the whole district over the life of the facility (50 years)

Approx. 1% increase on rates for the whole district over the life of the facility (50 years)

Complexity and time

Low difficulty, estimated 1 to 2 years

Medium difficulty, staged over 2 to 4 years or longer

Medium difficulty, staged over 2 to 4 years or longer

Impacts

Library remains in the pop-up space while former library is refurbished. Builders can access site from back carpark so minimal construction impact on Mahara Place

Staged build – library remains in the pop-up space while former library is refurbished. Then locate community hub in refurbished building while, the pop-up space library space is strengthened and renovated. Some impact on Mahara Place while second building renovated.

Similar to option 2.

*Size - Investigations conclude the optimal size for the new facility in 2050 is 2400m2

Since the old library closed, we’ve been investigating how to deliver a modern, sustainable, accessible community facility for Waikanae.

We’ve had advice from a range of specialists. We’ve tested a lot of thinking along the way with our community advisory group, the Waikanae Community Board, mana whenua and others.

Modern libraries are changing; they’re more of a community hub offering a wide range of activities and experiences. They connect, strengthen, inspire, and activate their communities.

We have a unique opportunity to re-imagine what a new facility could offer our changing community.

We’ve looked at options and limitations around a physical space, taking into account what property Council already owns, and the possible impacts of purchasing more.

We’ve also taken into account:

  • previous engagement that told us the new facility must be in Mahara Place
  • to service the predicted 2051 Waikanae population of 24,500, the optimal size for the facility is estimated to be around 2,400m2 square metres
  • the need to minimise further disruption on businesses and the community in Mahara Place, which has already endured several years of construction
  • avoiding replicating services that are, or could be, delivered by other providers.

Please take the time to find out about the topic, then let us know what’s really important to you.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us!

Ways people had their say online

The project objectives describe what the new facility aims to deliver for our community. We had seven idea boards that reflect each of these objectives; these boards will form what services we bring into the new library.

You can view the feedback from these boards below (these always include all feedback that was gathered at our physical hub locations:

  1. Supporting communities to connect
  2. Building healthy and resilient individuals and community
  3. Creating a sense of place and belonging
  4. Providing opportunities to learn, work, and create
  5. Supporting cultural identity and understanding
  6. Championing inclusivity
  7. An exemplar for sustainable practices

Location of the new library

A survey was conducted, so we could gather your feedback on the three options that were being considered for the new facility; each has its own pros and cons.


Option 1

Refurbish and extend the former library


Option 2

Refurbish both former and pop-up library buildings

Option 3

Refurbish both buildings and extend former library

Meets project objectives

Partially

Yes

Yes

Size*

1302 m2

Refurbish old library (884m2)

and

Refurbish pop-up library (1134m2)

TOTAL = 2018 m2

Refurbish and extend old library (1302 m2)

and

Refurbish pop-up library (1134m2)

TOTAL = 2436 m2

Description

Building is 110% earthquake strength. Can be re-roofed and modified internally. There is space behind the building to extend it, giving 200m2 more space over two floors = 400m2

The pop-up library building requires earthquake strengthening, new windows, and a new roof. Can be refurbished and modified internally.

Combines parts of option 1 and 2. It could be staged over several years for affordability or to match population growth.

Cost estimate as at May 2023

$12.6 million


$17.4 million

$22.7 million

Estimated additional annual operating cost

$150,000

$440,000

$480,000

Funding impact

Within existing budget allowance. No impact on rates

Approx. 1% increase on rates for the whole district over the life of the facility (50 years)

Approx. 1% increase on rates for the whole district over the life of the facility (50 years)

Complexity and time

Low difficulty, estimated 1 to 2 years

Medium difficulty, staged over 2 to 4 years or longer

Medium difficulty, staged over 2 to 4 years or longer

Impacts

Library remains in the pop-up space while former library is refurbished. Builders can access site from back carpark so minimal construction impact on Mahara Place

Staged build – library remains in the pop-up space while former library is refurbished. Then locate community hub in refurbished building while, the pop-up space library space is strengthened and renovated. Some impact on Mahara Place while second building renovated.

Similar to option 2.

*Size - Investigations conclude the optimal size for the new facility in 2050 is 2400m2

Consultation has concluded

Do you have a question regarding Waikanae Library?

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    Madashell asked 11 months ago

    Kia ora 

    Thank you for your question.

    Council engaged Siecap NZ to evaluate each of the Waikanae Library options. A standard two storey urban library with a medium level of finish has been used as the basis of estimate. 

    To ensure the probable project cost estimates are applicable for local construction conditions and suitable for further project development, Siecap used a two-step cost estimate process that involved: 

    1. A building cost estimate based on current published and traceable rates and modified to account for local construction conditions. 

    2. The addition of a percentage uplift to account for non-building construction related project costs and project contingency. 

    The probable project cost estimate was then compared with the published cost and size of other recently completed or planned libraries in New Zealand.


    Ngā mihi

    Philippa 

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    Peter66 asked 11 months ago

    Kia ora

    Thanks for your question. We worked with library experts who used an industry-approved 'Library Building Calculator' as part of their analysis. The calculator helps determine the appropriate size for a library based on population. It also includes methods to allocate space to specific service areas. You can see the calculator here: https://www.sl.nsw.gov.au/public-library-services/people-places/library-building-calculator

    Ngā mihi

    Philippa