What zoning applies to this Kauri section?

This section is zoned General Residential Zone with a maximum site coverage of 35%. Zoning rules determine what you can build and how much of the site you can cover.

How big is this section?

The section is 25,590 m² (about 2.56 hectares).

Are there any natural hazards on this section?

No natural hazards are currently flagged against this section in district GIS layers. Standard geotech checks are still recommended before purchase.

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Kauri · Whangarei

16 Nova Way, Kauri

Land Price

$510,000

$20/m²

With 2-Bed Devpro 65m²

$809,999

With 3-Bed Devpro 95m²

$909,999

With 4-Bed Devpro 122m²

$1,009,999

Land area

2.56 ha

Zone

General Residential Zone

Natural Hazards

None identified

Water

—

Wastewater

—

Stormwater

—

Mortgage

No mortgage

Encumbrances

None

Consent Notices

None

Covenants

None

5 registered instruments on title

Easement Instrument2023-05-10

TSM2020-09-04

Discharge of Mortgage2004-10-07

Easement Instrument2003-09-22

Grant of Easement2003-09-22

Market position

Priced 92% below the Whangarei average.

This section$20/m²

Whangarei · General Residential Zone average$264/m²

District average computed from the active sections listed. Updated daily.

Lifetime cost · Devpro vs Building Code

What is the lifetime cost of a 4-bed home at 16 Nova Way, Kauri?

Section price pre-filled from this listing. Tweak the build, mortgage, and running-cost inputs to see the 30-year picture.

The build

Section price

Floor area

m²

Devpro build

= $4,098/m²

Building-code build

= $3,698/m²

Mortgage

Deposit

Term

Standard rate

Green rate (Devpro)

Devpro qualifies for green home loans (typically 1% off)

Running costs

Energy (BC, yr 1)

$/yr

Energy (Devpro, yr 1)

$/yr

Devpro uses ~70% less

Energy inflation

%/yr

HVAC replacement (today)

Heat pump + ERV supply + install

HVAC inflation

%/yr

HVAC life (BC)

Leaky envelope = HVAC works ~7× harder

HVAC life (Devpro)

Appreciation

%/yr

House+land market growth

Devpro resale premium

Realised at sale on house+land

Monthly mortgage — green-loan advantage

Building code

$4,987/mo

Devpro

$4,715/mo

Saving

$272/mo

Devpro vs Building Code — the investment case

Year	If held (savings)	If sold — resale premium	If sold — total Devpro advantage
▸ 0yr	$0	$90,900	$90,900
▸ 5yr	$29,580	$116,014	$170,478
▸ 10yr	$62,823	$148,066	$264,971
▸ 20yr	$174,813	$241,185	$540,599
▸ 30yr	$283,900	$392,864	$878,093

If held = cumulative operational savings (mortgage interest + energy + HVAC service + replacements avoided). If sold = full net-position delta. Click any row to see the five components that make up the total advantage.

30-year "held" savings — where the money comes from

Mortgage interest (green-loan 1% off): $97,908
Energy (70% lower, inflating): $139,522
HVAC servicing (less run-time): $19,932
HVAC replacements avoided: $26,539
Total 30-year savings: $283,900

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About this section

Ignore CV $615,000 NOW $510,000. Set on approximately 2.5590 hectares (6.32 acres), this lifestyle property perfectly balances lifestyle tranquillity, stunning elevated views, and convenient access to Kamo village and Whangarei city. A standout feature is the 12m x 7m (84 sqm) Totalspan shed with three-phase power - ideal for tradespeople, storage, or hobbies. The land is well-fenced into two paddocks, featuring a mix of post-and-batten, electric, and post-and-rail entrance fencing, making it ideal for grazing, pets, or hobby farming. The property is adorned with mature trees, volcanic rocks, and beautiful plantings, creating a picturesque setting. A covenanted bush area provides a peaceful natural backdrop alive with native birdlife. The north-facing aspect ensures all-day sun and showcases breathtaking views over Kauri, complemented by a dam for stock water or added rural charm. This is a rare opportunity to secure a lifestyle block that offers space, privacy, and potential - ready for your dream home. Call Melissa today to arrange a viewing. House plans will be available upon viewing. https://rwwhangarei.co.nz/WHC38480

Site context

What surrounds this land.

Road frontage

116 m

CRANE ROAD, PIPIWAI ROAD

Nearest stream

295 m

setback may apply

Nearest river

—

Nearest coast

9.9 km

Nearest lake

541 m

Nearest wetland

—

RMA s6 constraint if close

Rail proximity

667 m

Powerline proximity

292 m

Distances are from the parcel centroid to Topo 1:50k features (LINZ). Road frontage is a proxy — centreline intersection with parcel boundary, not a legal access measure. Confirm setbacks with a district-plan check before purchase.

Survey & boundary

How well-defined are the boundaries?

Survey plan

DP 323827

Deposited 2002-11-01

Survey class

—

I is tightest, V is loosest

Survey marks near parcel

Redefinition survey

Unlikely needed

Based on plan age + survey class

Survey data from LINZ Landonline. A surveyor's boundary redefinition can cost $3–10k+ depending on site conditions — factor it in if you plan to build close to a boundary and existing marks are damaged or missing.

Aerial imagery

See the land from above.

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