What zoning applies to this Whangarei Heads section?

This section is zoned Rural Production Zone with a maximum site coverage of 5%. Zoning rules determine what you can build and how much of the site you can cover.

How big is this section?

The section is 2,010 m². The remaining buildable area after existing structures is 3,681 m².

Are there any natural hazards on this section?

1 natural hazard is flagged in district GIS layers (Land Instability). Always review the LIM report and consider a geotech assessment.

What title type does this section have?

The section title type is Freehold. There is currently a registered mortgage on the title which will be discharged on settlement.

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Whangarei Heads · Whangarei

Lot 1 Basil Road, Whangarei Heads

Land Price

$460,000

With 2-Bed Devpro 65m²

$759,999

With 3-Bed Devpro 95m²

$859,999

With 4-Bed Devpro 122m²

$959,999

Land area

2,010 m²

Zone

Rural Production Zone

Natural Hazards

Land Instability

Water

Not available

Wastewater

Not available

Stormwater

Not available

Mortgage

Yes — 1 active

Encumbrances

None

Consent Notices

None

Covenants

None

5 registered instruments on title

TSM2021-10-20

Discharge of Mortgage2010-03-26

Mortgage2010-03-26

Mortgage2007-12-13

EC1995-12-05

Lifetime cost · Devpro vs Building Code

What is the lifetime cost of a 4-bed home at Lot 1 Basil Road, Whangarei Heads?

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

$4,728/mo

Devpro

$4,482/mo

Saving

$246/mo

Devpro vs Building Code — the investment case

Year	If held (savings)	If sold — resale premium	If sold — total Devpro advantage
▸ 0yr	$0	$86,400	$86,400
▸ 5yr	$28,019	$110,271	$162,729
▸ 10yr	$59,702	$140,736	$253,648
▸ 20yr	$168,571	$229,245	$521,088
▸ 30yr	$274,537	$373,415	$849,280

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): $88,545
Energy (70% lower, inflating): $139,522
HVAC servicing (less run-time): $19,932
HVAC replacements avoided: $26,539
Total 30-year savings: $274,537

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About this section

Introducing a stunning 2,010 sqm section with breathtaking views of the rolling hills of Seahorse Farm, stretching out to the open ocean and the dramatic mountainous peaks of the Bream Head Reserve. Free from onerous covenants, this property offers unparalleled flexibility. The only restriction (beyond standard consent notice requirements) is a 30 m setback from the road, making it an ideal choice for those seeking creative freedom unencumbered by someone else's vision. Whether you dream of placing a caravan for summer getaways, creating a picturesque location for a tiny home or relocatable, or designing your dream home from scratch, the possibilities here are endless. Situated in an unbeatable location is 2 km to the renowned Peach Cove walking track, 2 km to the Urquharts Bay boat ramp, perfect for fishing adventures, 3 km to the pristine white sands of Ocean Beach, 5 km to Whangarei Heads School, 13 km to Parua Bay Shopping Centre, 28 km to Whangarei Airport and 34 km to Whangarei CBD via a scenic drive along pohutukawa lined bays. This property is your gateway to an incredible lifestyle in a great community surrounded by natural beauty, with convenient access to nearby amenities and some of the best recreational opportunities Northland has to offer. Don't miss your chance to secure this exceptional section! www.rwwhangarei.co.nz/WHC35928

Site context

What surrounds this land.

Road frontage

41 m

BASIL ROAD, OCEAN BEACH ROAD

Nearest stream

185 m

setback may apply

Nearest river

—

Nearest coast

898 m

Nearest lake

—

Nearest wetland

—

RMA s6 constraint if close

Rail proximity

19.8 km

Powerline proximity

143 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 186936

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

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