8 | HW Developments REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT T TBernadette Cooney Largest residential development in the area Ōtaki Gardens, located just 400 metres from the town centre, was developed by HW Developments. Toward the sea and Rangiuru. A driving force behind the successful Otaki Gardens subdivision is preparing for an expansion with another 47 lots expected to become available from this June, following the purchase of neighbouring land at Rangiuru Road. Ōtaki Gardens, located just 400 metres from the town centre, was developed by HW Developments, which its director Colin Wilson, helped lead. The 90-lot subdivision is the largest residential development in the area to date. With 50 titled sections still available and half already sold for house and land packages, the community is beginning to take shape with new homes, a playground, and easy access to both the town centre and the beach, only two kilometres away. “Building on that momentum, we’ve launched Wilson Group Developments to deliver a new 47-lot subdivision right next door, at 255 Rangiuru Road. This second development is currently moving through the resource consent process and construction is expected to begin after June 2025,” says Colin. Taking the total number of lots available across Otaki Gardens from an initial 90 to more than 130. Making the way for 100 plus families to come out and join the Otaki Gardens community which is in keeping with the Kapiti District Council’s higher density housing policy. Unlike the first stage Ōtaki Gardens, which features sections averaging 500 to 600 square metres, the new subdivision will offer smaller, 300 sq. metre sections. “Smaller sections allow for efficient use of land while still offering enough space for quality homes,” says Colin. “On a 300 square section you can go up to 50 percent coverage, so you could build a solid 150 square metre house and still have time to enjoy life, not just mow lawns.” Sections and house and land packages are expected to appeal to downsizers, retirees, and first home buyers seeking more compact, low-maintenance homes in a locale which has a strong community feel. “Otaki is well positioned for growth but it’s still a bit of a sleepy hollow and that’s part of its charm.” Less than an hour’s drive to Wellington thanks to Transmission Gully expressway and with the potential for extended rail services, Ōtaki was increasingly the destination of choice for those seeking a lifestyle outside of, but still close to, main centres. Colin says plans are afoot to introduce a hybrid train service connecting commuters direct to Otaki from Wellington, without needing to divert from Waikanae first. CREATING GREAT PLACES Urban Planners, Land Surveyors & Civil Engineers www.infill.nz kiaora@infill.nz 027 306 7142 Proudly Supporting HW Developments Sections at Ōtaki Gardens are available now, while the new Wilson Group Developments sections will release later this year. Sales enquiries are currently handled by Kelly & Co. Property Brokers. The Rangiuru Road adjunct to Otaki Gardens marks another chapter in Colin Wilson’s long real estate and property development career. Originally from Canterbury, Colin’s work spans decades and multiple regions, starting with own developments in Ashburton and progressing to dominating the land sales market in the early 2000’s within Nelson- Tasman. Then moving to Wellington region to be closer to their two sons and families’ where Colin went on to develop Kohekohe Park in Waikanae and completing Pinot Grove in Martinborough.
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