Traffic Planning for Wynyard Quarter: Commercial Office Development Case Study

Traffic Planning Consultants (TPC) provided traffic engineering and transport planning services for the development and redevelopment of three commercial office buildings within Wynyard Quarter. The project delivered approximately 14,000m² of office space and 85 basement car parks, with a strong emphasis on integrating the development into a pedestrian-oriented urban context while meeting operational and regulatory requirements.

Summary

Project Overview

Client: Private development consortium
Location: Wynyard Quarter, Auckland
Scope: Traffic planning and engineering for multi-building office development
Challenges: Internal access and servicing design, maximising development potential, and managing construction traffic impacts

Our Approach

Vehicle Access and Laneway Strategy
TPC provided detailed design advice for internal vehicle access and servicing arrangements. We developed a strategic laneway plan that enabled greater GFA than permitted under baseline planning rules by enhancing connectivity and site functionality.

Traffic Impact and Pedestrian Assessment
We assessed the external traffic and pedestrian effects associated with the proposed office buildings, ensuring the development aligned with Wynyard Quarter’s mixed-use and walkable design vision. Our approach focused on maintaining safe pedestrian access while managing vehicular movement efficiently.

Construction Traffic Management and Consenting
The construction-related traffic impacts were carefully analysed and incorporated into a comprehensive Traffic Impact Assessment (TIA). This report supported the Resource Consent application, which was successfully granted on a non-notified basis — a testament to the clarity and robustness of our planning approach.

Key Outcomes

Designed access and servicing arrangements that supported efficient movement without compromising urban design
Enabled increased GFA through strategic laneway integration
Balanced commercial access with walkability and connectivity
Secured non-notified Resource Consent with strong supporting technical documentation

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