Preserving Pukekohe Potato Fields

As our regions continue to grow rapidly, planners are actively challenged to maintain the rural character and rich fertile volcanic soils, especially Pukekohe. Known for its vast variety of crops it produces including its famous and world-renowned ‘’Potatoes”.

The pressures of development are real and cannot be ignored. Our community needs housing, infrastructure, and amenities to support its growing population. The challenge lies in finding innovative solutions that allow for urban expansion without compromising our valuable farmland.

It is well-known in the planning world just how tough the rules are to avoid what seems like a straightforward development or subdivision due to the involvement of valuable soils. Whilst that may be true, there are exceptions to development and subdivision over valuable land. In many cases, they are often straightforward after all.

When it comes to urban or rural development and subdivision, the Birch team brings years of experience. Our offices in Auckland, Pukekohe, Tairua, Tauranga, and Hamilton position us perfectly to address the needs of our growing towns. We're committed to facilitating necessary development and subdivision while safeguarding our region's crown jewel – the fertile soil that yields some of New Zealand's finest crops.