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Share your views
Review of council-owned properties
We're suggesting to sell two properties in Dannevirke as part of a larger project to reduce spending on council-owned property that isn't delivering value to the community. You can learn more about that project at the link above. Use the tool below to share your views before any final decisions are made.
No properties will be sold until community feedback has been heard and considered.
Status
Properties identified
Public notified
Information gathered
Council reviewed
Community feedback
Legal requirements met
Sale
About this engagement
Anyone can share their views and ideas. Feedback will help staff and elected members (mayor, councillors, community board) to make a decision on what to do next with these properties.
How community feedback has already shaped council decisions
Of the other properties reviewed, council was considering the sale of the rural bus depot at 53 Denmark Street and the land behind the Eketāhuna Museum. Following strong community feedback on these properties, council has decided to retain (keep) ownership of these properties, while making sure the lease agreements are updated.
Property 1 of 2
39 Ransom Street, Dannevirke
Leased land (includes Lot 13) • Proposed for sale
Current use
Lease agreement for grazing
Land area
1.06ha
Rateable valuation
$85,000
10-year retention cost iThis is a 10-year forecast of the cost to council of keeping this property. It includes rates paid to both Tararua District Council and Horizons Regional Council, offset by lease revenue from the grazing agreement. Note: although reserve land is normally non-rateable, certain rates can still apply under the Rating Act.
$26,000 (forecast)
Hover over each criterion to learn more
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| 1. Strategic and Operational AlignmentiCouncil doesn't need this land for any current or future purpose. It was left over from a residential subdivision in 1996 and has no planned use. | 5 |
| 2. Performance and Financial ValueiKeeping this land costs more than it provides in return. Selling it would deliver a better financial outcome for ratepayers. The sale price has been independently assessed. | 5 |
| 3. Market Potential and Best Value OutcomeiThere is likely buyer interest in this land as an affordable lifestyle block. Selling it adds to the ratepayer base and is a better outcome than continuing to lease it at a cost to Council. It could also be combined with neighbouring properties. | 4 |
| 4. Legal, Tenure and Plan AlignmentiPart of this land is legally classified as a reserve, so selling it requires approval from the Department of Conservation. The land is in a rural zone and can't be subdivided, which limits how a buyer could use it. | 3 |
| 5. Community, Cultural, and Environmental ConsiderationsiCouncil has reviewed community, iwi, and stakeholder interests. Because part of the land is a reserve, any sale must go through a public notification process, meaning the community will have another chance to have their say. | 4 |
| 6. Alternative Options and Future PotentialiCouncil looked at other options such as leasing, partnerships, or redevelopment. None of these were considered viable for this property. | 5 |
| Total score | 26/30 |
Recommendation: Proceed to disposal
Tell us what's behind your view, your thoughts, concerns, or questions about this property.
This property has reserve status
Part of this land is classified as reserve under the Reserves Act 1977. Any sale would require a separate approval process with the Department of Conservation, which can take some time. Your feedback here is the first step in that longer process, and it's likely that we'll need to come back out to the community for a more formal public consultation (required by law) when we get to that stage.
Property 2 of 2
39 Gregg Street, Dannevirke
Leased land • Proposed for sale
Current use
Lease agreement for grazing
Land area
3.99ha
Rateable valuation
$505,000
10-year retention cost iThis is a 10-year forecast of the cost to council of keeping this property. It includes rates paid to both Tararua District Council and Horizons Regional Council, offset by lease revenue from the grazing agreement.
$50,300 (forecast)
Hover over each criterion to learn more
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| 1. Strategic and Operational AlignmentiCouncil doesn't need this land for any current or future purpose. It is residual land from the residential subdivision of Gregg Street, identified as having potential for further subdivision, with a 20-metre accessway established. | 5 |
| 2. Performance and Financial ValueiKeeping this land costs more than it provides in return. Selling it would deliver a better financial outcome for ratepayers. Disposal provides a favourable financial outcome and expands the ratepayer database. The sale price has been independently assessed. | 5 |
| 3. Market Potential and Best Value OutcomeiLeasing the land is not a cost-effective option for Council. While demand for residential properties is considered risky given current market conditions, disposal will follow the completion of the 3 Waters infrastructure project in 2026/27 to decommission the water pipelines and relocate the booster pump. | 3 |
| 4. Legal, Tenure and Plan AlignmentiCouncil has clear legal ownership and authority to sell this property. There are no legal restrictions preventing disposal. The land is owned in fee simple and is subject to the Local Government Act 2002. No subdivision is required prior to disposal. | 5 |
| 5. Community, Cultural, and Environmental ConsiderationsiCouncil has reviewed community, iwi, and stakeholder interests through previous engagement. No major issues have been raised to date, and this public engagement process provides an opportunity for the community to have their say. | 5 |
| 6. Alternative Options and Future PotentialiCouncil looked at other options such as leasing, partnerships, or redevelopment. None of these were considered viable for this property. | 5 |
| Total score | 28/30 |
Recommendation: Proceed to disposal
Tell us what's behind your view, your thoughts, concerns, or questions about this property.
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Privacy
Please be aware that all submissions and demographics of submitters are made publicly available on our website. If you do not wish to share these details about yourself, please select "Prefer not to say".We are not collecting personal information for this engagement. Any personal information that submitters choose to include is confidential and will not be published.
Thank you for your feedback
Your views have been received and will be considered before any final decisions are made. The next step after engagement is for council to consider all the feedback received.
We will share a summary of what we heard after the engagement period closes on 31 July 2026.
See our other open engagements