Canal Structures

Pontoon/Jetty Guidelines

You must obtain written consent from the management company prior to erecting any structures in the canal as only permitted structures will be given consent. A specific set of guidelines must be adhered to before installing a jetty or boat ramp within the canal front yard and easement. This is to ensure we meet our Resource Consent obligations in accordance with the Resource Management Act 1991.

The authorised design for a jetty is identified as:

  • Walkways shall not exceed 13 metres in length

  • Floating pontoons shall not exceed 9 metres in length or 2.6 metres in width

  • Pontoons shall run parallel to the land or may run perpendicular to the land on sites with restricted water frontage

  • Pile sizing is to be certified by a qualified engineer

  • All/any vessels must be moored within your easement area

  • Pontoons must be 3m in from the boundary

  • Where a property has two Pontoons, each Pontoon must be 3m in from the boundary with a 6m gap in between

Boat Ramp Design

Private boats ramps can be installed on your property enabling easy access to the canal. All boat ramps must obtain written approval from WCML and adhere to engineering and building material specifications.

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Pontoon Stormwater Discharge