Function of designations

A designation:

informs the community about the route and operation of existing and future transportation networks
allows the designating authority to do anything that is in accordance with the designation (without the need for other resource consents under the district plan)
protects future routes from inappropriate development and can assist in strategic planning
allows land to be purchased for transportation purposes
needs to be implemented within a specific time frame
may be 'rolled over ' by the designating authority into a new plan (refer to guidance note on Designations in proposed district plans).