80% sediment control compliance increase in Auckland construction sites since 2019's Closing the Gap program.

80% compliance with sediment control regulations on construction sites in Auckland has increased from 10% since the introduction of the Closing the Gap programme in 2019. The initiative aims to prevent sediment from entering waterways and focuses on proactive compliance. Auckland Council's Water Quality Targeted Rate funds a team of four programme officers who visit over 1200 sites monthly to ensure appropriate controls are in place.

April 08, 2024
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