B-2 – Area 2 - Assessment of Environmental Effects 132 The relevant policies direct that the effects of air discharges be managed having particular regard to the effects on ambient air quality guidelines, human health, the identified values of tangata whenua as kaitiaki, and any potential cumulative effects. 231 Recognition is also given to the positive benefits to people and communities arising from activities that affect air quality (whilst ensuring that air quality resources are protected and adverse effects avoided, remedied or mitigated).232 Key policies also seek to promote best practicable option to prevent or minimise the contaminants to air in certain circumstances.233 The analysis in Section 7.5.1.1 of this AEE is equally applicable to the air quality provisions of the WRP. Dust and air discharges from Area 2 will be managed so as not to result in objectionable effects beyond the site boundary and will not exceed the relevant standards and guidelines. 234 Management measures are proposed by OGNZL to ensure this is the case, including implementation of an Air Quality Management Plan. In light of the above, it is considered that the activities within Area 2 can be undertaken in such a manner that it meets the management outcomes sought by Objectives 1, 2 and 3 of Section 6.1.2 of the WRP. 7.6.1.13 Overall Conclusion Based on the analysis in the sub-sections above, it is considered that the various ‘regional’ activities associated with Area 2 will be managed such that the project is not contrary to the relevant objectives and policies of the WRP. 7.6.2 Hauraki District Plan Sections 5, 6, 7 and 8 of the Hauraki District Plan contain objectives and policies. The objectives and policies most relevant to Area 2 are contained in: Section 5 – which contains objectives and policies for the Rural zone, within which Area 2 is located; Section 6 – which contains objectives and policies relating to the management of historic heritage, indigenous biodiversity and landscapes; and. Section 7 – which contains objectives and policies for activities in riparian margins and esplanade reserves and the management and use of hazardous substances and contaminated land. Each is addressed below. 231 Policy 2, Section 6.1.3, Waikato Regional Plan. 232 Policy 5, Section 6.1.3, Waikato Regional Plan. 233 Policy 4, Section 6.1.3 of the Waikato Regional Plan. 234 Objective 2 and 3, Section 6.1.2, Waikato Regional Plan.
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