Ōhariu MP Peter Dunne is seeking a full briefing from NZTA on its roading plans that are likely have an impact on Takapu Valley residents.
Mr Dunne says he first became aware of the specific proposals yesterday, and shares the concern being expressed by Takapu valley residents.
“Proposals like this which come like a bolt from the blue are understandably very disruptive of people’s lives and need to be handled with sensitivity, something government agencies are often not very good at".
“However, it is not entirely clear how firm the plans are, which is why I want a full and urgent briefing from NZTA".
“In particular, I want to know:
- The actual status of the proposals currently being reported;
- How, if at all, this proposal is linked to the development of the Transmission Gully highway;
- The current status of the Petone to Grenada link road proposals;
- The time frame for and projected cost of the construction of any link road through Takapu Valley;
- The process and time frames for reaching any decision on the proposal;
- What alternatives and other options might be considered;
- The rights of affected property owners”, he says.
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