Sounds Foreshore Reserve structures renewal
We have approved an application from Andrea Gerson to renew a structures concession at Sounds Foreshore Reserve, Havelock.

This application is notified under section 17SC of the Conservation Act 1987. The Minister of Conservation has received an application for a 30 year lease and licence from:

Application details

Applicant: Andrea Gerson
Location of Proposed Activity: Lot 23 DP 2705 Blk XII Wakamarina SD Blk IX Linkwater SD
Map Reference: NZTM: GPS 1667401.70 5429191.18

Summary of Proposal:

Lease & Licence for Existing Structures:

  • Boatshed and Lean-to:10 m2. The shed houses boating and fishing equipment.
  • All structures were constructed in 1960.
  • Concession Applied for: The Applicant seeks a 30 year lease for exclusive use of the boatshed and lean-to.

Application documents:

How to make a submission

Any person or organisation may make a submission in writing to the Director-General on the proposal.

Submissions closed on Wednesday 29 July 2026 at 5 pm.

Decision

A decision was made to approve the concession for a term of 30 years.

Contact

If you have any questions about the application or the submission process, contact Pauline Adams, Permissions Advisor via email: DNSubmissions@doc.govt.nz