Absolutely! The Canals Management company sets rules and regulations in order to maintain a pristine water environment. In addition, our resource consents require regular water testing, and have consistently resulted in high-quality order, perfect for swimming. However, there is NO swimming inside the boat lock (located between the marina/stage 1 and stage 2) as this is a hazardous area only accessible to boats and authorized staff.

The lock is used for raising or lowering boats and other watercraft onto different levels of water on the canal from stage 1 to the locked stages, and vice versa. Section owners with waterfront properties on the inland side of the lock and weir have remote control access. This operates in a similar way to a garage door opener with 24/7 access.

To see how this is demonstrated, watch our Youtube video by clicking here.

The lock can accommodate vessels up to 20 metres long x 5.5 metres wide. For example, a standard 60ft Maritimo flybridge can fit within the lock dimensions. For a detailed lock plan or for vessel access assistance, please get in touch with our team.

There is no Body Corporate as such, but the function of the Marsden Cove Canal Management Company manages the activity and ownership of the Waterways canal network. Waterfront property owners or those property owners whom have access to the canal via a boat ramp (or similar arrangement) you are liable to pay an annual levy, and may occur additional costs to maintain any structures that sit within the property mooring envelop.

The levy amount is determined by a formula that is calculated on the length of the mooring envelop, any structures (pontoons) within the mooring, and/or access to any additional facilities or services.

For a full breakdown of this cost structure, get in touch with our team today.

The cost of maintaining and managing the Waterways falls with the property owner/beneficiaries of the canal network. Marsden Cove Canal Management Limited provide management functions such as; admin, canal maintenance and monitoring, setting rules and regulations, health and safety matters, and more.

The Marsden Cove Canals Management Company is a charitable entity and therefore does not make a profit. It takes the budgeted expenditure for the year ahead and divides the costs across all canal users. This includes selected Waterways residents, the public boat ramp, and Marina berth holders.

Building covenants do apply and have been put in place to ensure the quality of building is maintained at a high standard throughout the development. This helps provide certainty for those who invest in our community. Property owners and their architects must become familiar with the details before submitting house plans. If you would like assistance, our team are available to help where possible.

We make every effort to help property owners when it comes to smoothing out the building process. Staff are on hand to help with home and jetty design or any other queries.

As part of the covenants, we require the grass to be kept to less than 100mm high, and because of this we offer a section mowing service. Please contact the sales office for the cost.

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