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    Survey results: Signage in Auckland
    December 2018

    Background

    To ensure signs in Auckland don’t create safety issues or cause a nuisance, signage in Auckland is regulated by the Signage Bylaw 2015.

    This bylaw covers many types of signage such as real estate signage, signage on buildings, and portable signs on footpaths. Businesses and organisations are required to comply with the Signage Bylaw, for example by keeping their signs at a particular size or taking down temporary signs after a set amount of time.

    Auckland Council is required to review bylaws periodically and to help with this review our Bylaws team asked the People's Panel how they feel about signage and what should be considered within the bylaw review.

    Find out more about the Signage Bylaw 2015.

    How we will use the results

    The People's Panel team and Auckland Council's bylaws team is currently analysing responses from this survey, to better understand how Aucklanders feel about signs impacting their environment.

    Following this survey and other stakeholder engagement, the Bylaws team will review the current Signage Bylaw and consider whether the standards in the bylaw need to be amended. Auckland Council will then ask for formal feedback on any proposed changes to the Signage Bylaw during public consultation in early 2020.

    Methodology

    • 22,220 panellists received an invitation
    • 2,408 surveys were completed
    • Survey was open for 11 days (11 - 21 December 2018)

    This survey was run on Auckland Council's People's Panel, a quick and easy way for Aucklanders to help shape Auckland by taking part in short surveys.

    Video summary

  • Responses over time 
    Total Responses2,408
    Average time to completeAbout 10 minutes
    First ResponseTue 11 December 2018, 12:47 PM
    Last ResponseFri 21 December 2018, 11:47 PM
  • 1A(i) 

    How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements?

    In general, signage in Auckland...

    - Is essential for promoting business, products, and services
    I don't know / NA 5 - Strongly Agree 4 3 2 1 - Strongly Disagree
    Number of responses to this question2,407 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    1 - Strongly Disagree1426
    229812
    356824
    480433
    5 - Strongly Agree56323
    I don't know / NA321
  • 1A(ii) 

    How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements?

    In general, signage in Auckland...

    - Is well managed and controlled by council
    I don't know / NA 5 - Strongly Agree 4 3 2 1 - Strongly Disagree
    Number of responses to this question2,407 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    1 - Strongly Disagree2099
    242218
    374631
    451822
    5 - Strongly Agree1546
    I don't know / NA35815
  • 1A(iii) 

    How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements?

    In general, signage in Auckland...

    - Creates safety hazards for the public
    I don't know / NA 5 - Strongly Agree 4 3 2 1 - Strongly Disagree
    Number of responses to this question2,407 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    1 - Strongly Disagree26111
    268128
    365727
    445819
    5 - Strongly Agree26411
    I don't know / NA864
  • 1A(iv) 

    How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements?

    In general, signage in Auckland...

    - Makes the city centre (CBD) / town centres more vibrant and exciting
    I don't know / NA 5 - Strongly Agree 4 3 2 1 - Strongly Disagree
    Number of responses to this question2,407 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    1 - Strongly Disagree30713
    248220
    373430
    459625
    5 - Strongly Agree2279
    I don't know / NA613
  • 1A(v) 

    How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements?

    In general, signage in Auckland...

    - Negatively impacts the look of the Auckland region
    I don't know / NA 5 - Strongly Agree 4 3 2 1 - Strongly Disagree
    Number of responses to this question2,407 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    1 - Strongly Disagree26311
    263226
    368328
    445319
    5 - Strongly Agree32614
    I don't know / NA502
  • Question 1B 

    Which signage issues, if any, have you recently encountered in Auckland?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know Encountered signage that affected your in-home environment e.g. flashing signage or signs too bright, interrupting your sleep Saw signage with content that offended you Other issue (please specify) Saw signage that greatly reduced your enjoyment of a public space e.g. beach, park or community space Saw illuminated signage that was annoying or very distracting e.g. static or flashing signs None of the above - I haven't experienced any signage issues in Auckland Saw signage that obscured other important information e.g. property numbers, road signs Saw signage that was unsafe for pedestrians or slowed them down e.g. reduced access, caused an obstruction, was disabled-unfriendly, or was falling down Saw signage which was in such poor condition you couldn’t read it Saw signage that made driving unsafe or slowed down traffic e.g. a sign that obscured visibility of the road or was too distracting Saw signage that was out-of-date or irrelevant and should have been taken down already
    Number of responses to this question2,407 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Saw signage with content that offended you2069
    Saw signage which was in such poor condition you couldn’t read it67728
    Saw signage that was unsafe for pedestrians or slowed them down e.g. reduced access, caused an obstruction, was disabled-unfriendly, or was falling down63326
    Saw signage that obscured other important information e.g. property numbers, road signs60225
    Saw signage that made driving unsafe or slowed down traffic e.g. a sign that obscured visibility of the road or was too distracting73931
    Saw illuminated signage that was annoying or very distracting e.g. static or flashing signs53722
    Saw signage that greatly reduced your enjoyment of a public space e.g. beach, park or community space45919
    Saw signage that was out-of-date or irrelevant and should have been taken down already1,07745
    Encountered signage that affected your in-home environment e.g. flashing signage or signs too bright, interrupting your sleep1044
    None of the above - I haven't experienced any signage issues in Auckland59225
    I don't know251
    Other issue (please specify)24510

  • Question 1C Do you have any comments about the signage issues you've encountered?

    There's one at the lights of Victoria Street as you turn right to Franklin where the sign can really distract you and you don't notice that the lights have changed.

    Can the council staff as part of their general out and about activities look at signage and contact those responsible to remove ones that are out-of-date, tatty, and generally a hazard?

    Lack of speed limit signage, looking around to try to find the limit coming of residential or light industrial on to a main road

    The 24/7 flashing light on the Taylors Bay public toilets performs no practical alert at any time but Council might be pleased to know that its existence at night is driving me potty.

    Often find large business signs blocking a significant proportion of the footpath - signs should not be allowed on the footpath - they should be fixed to the building out of the way of pedestrians. In more recent times have also seen more and more businesses / groups / real estate agents using large upright flag-type signs that block visibility on the road and are distracting to drivers.

    Real Estate signs appear to be getting bigger and bigger

    Yes, there are so many signs and posters around for events that are from last year and early this year

    On the footooth - too much in way of peds,  including road works signs

    road work signs on the motorway are very bright & distracting to drivers which cld trigger a migrain in some people

    Too bright lighting can irritate.

    Overall signage is done pretty well. I get that they are a necessary thing I do not believe however that they needed as much as much as they are. I don't think that you should be allowed to place signs in locations that is not outside your location and is not a billboard

    Trees need to be kept pruned so that road signage is clearly visible.  Please pass this message on to AT!

    Signage obscured by trees means the reader has to make an effort to read and in the process can be at risk to cars pedestrians etc.

    Flashing LED signs are very distracting, almost blinding.  Large advertising signs are irrelevant these days, people are used to ignoring them due to already used to overdose on-line advertising.  In the old days you did not see an advert every (hypothetically) 3 seconds.

    Signage on footpaths makes them hard to navigate at times. Perhaps they could be restricted to 800mm wide and MUST be on the roadside edge of the foot path but then parking cars may interfere with them

    I happen to like the lights on the new Sofitel building, although other people in our building most definitely do not.

    There are far too many signs.  The newer illuminated signs are particularly intrusive and unsightly.  I also dislike signs that don't have an English translation on them.

    Due to space restrictions not all comments are displayed in this report. The above is a selection of responses to this question.

    Number of responses to this question 849 (35%)
    Total number of responses for this survey 2,408

     

  • 2A(i) 

    Do you think there should be any changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?

    Portable signage
    e.g. footpath signs, sandwich boards, teardrop banners, pull-up banners


     

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed984
    No – the current controls are about right92138
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter1,22551
    I don’t know/ I have no view1647
  • 2A(ii) 

    Do you think there should be any changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?

    Permanent free-standing signage
    e.g. signs that are fixed to the ground and stand on their own

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed823
    No – the current controls are about right1,24752
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter81534
    I don’t know/ I have no view26411
  • 2A(iii) 

    Do you think there should be any changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?

    Wall signage
    e.g. signs attached to, painted or stencilled onto,
    or projecting beyond the face of a wall fence or building
    (marked in green in image below)


     

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed1707
    No – the current controls are about right1,55364
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter45919
    I don’t know/ I have no view2269
  • 2A(iv) 

    Do you think there should be any changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?

    Window signage
    e.g. signs displayed on the glass of a display window
    (marked in pink in image below)


     

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed2059
    No – the current controls are about right1,66169
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter23710
    I don’t know/ I have no view30513
  • 2A(v) 

    Do you think there should be any changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?

    Illuminated signage
    e.g. static or flashing neon signage

     

     

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed924
    No – the current controls are about right1,63568
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter44719
    I don’t know/ I have no view23410
  • 2A(vi) 

    Do you think there should be any changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?


    Moving/changeable advertising screens
    e.g. moving animations and messages on digital screens


     

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed1777
    No – the current controls are about right1,24152
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter72830
    I don’t know/ I have no view26211
  • 2A(vii) 

    Do you think there should be any changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?


    Poster signage
    e.g. temporary signs displayed on poster board sites
     

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed1566
    No – the current controls are about right1,71271
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter36015
    I don’t know/ I have no view1807
  • 2A(viii) 

    Do you think there should be any changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?


    Fly posters
    e.g. Flyers and pamphlets pasted on light stands and street furniture
     

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed954
    No – the current controls are about right75431
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter1,37257
    I don’t know/ I have no view1878
  • Question 2B 

    You've said the following types of signage needs a change in rules:

    Portable signage

    What kind of rules associated with portable signage need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know None of the above Other (please specify) Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic
    Number of responses to this question1,323 (55%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign55042
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed69252
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs16312
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed36027
    Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic1,11484
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues14711
    Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed39130
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools52540
    Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date50238
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all21316
    None of the above111
    I don't know81
    Other (please specify)1169
  • Question 2C 

    You've said the following types of signage needs a change in rules:

    Permanent free-standing signage

    What kind of rules associated with permanent free-standing signage need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know None of the above Other (please specify) Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic
    Number of responses to this question897 (37%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign43148
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed43548
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs16418
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed31435
    Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic62770
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues15617
    Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed33137
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools36941
    Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date35740
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all14016
    None of the above192
    I don't know61
    Other (please specify)597
  • Question 2D 

    You've said the following types of signage needs a change in rules:

    Wall signage

    (marked in green in image below)

    What kind of rules associated with wall signage need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know None of the above Other (please specify) Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed
    Number of responses to this question629 (26%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign27444
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed30248
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs19431
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed27143
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues13922
    Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed23337
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools23337
    Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date22436
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all8013
    None of the above244
    I don't know61
    Other (please specify)6410
  • Question 2E 

    You've said the following types of signage needs a change in rules:

    Window signage

    (marked in pink in image below)

    What kind of rules associated with window signage need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know None of the above Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all Other (please specify) Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed
    Number of responses to this question442 (18%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign14232
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed17439
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs12729
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed14934
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues9822
    Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed11025
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools12328
    Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date12829
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all5011
    None of the above389
    I don't know153
    Other (please specify)5813
  • Question 2F 

    You've said the following types of signage needs a change in rules:

    Illuminated signage

    Example

    What kind of rules associated with illuminated signage need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know None of the above Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all Other (please specify) Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed
    Number of responses to this question539 (22%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign22341
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed20939
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs13826
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed11822
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues14427
    Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed33262
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools20939
    Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date16631
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all5911
    None of the above194
    I don't know61
    Other (please specify)6412
  • Question 2G 

    You've said the following types of signage needs a change in rules:

    Moving/changeable advertising screens

    Example

    What kind of rules associated with Moving/changeable advertising screens need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know None of the above Other (please specify) Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed
    Number of responses to this question905 (38%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign37141
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed33837
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs25628
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed13215
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues13615
    Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed57163
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools40845
    Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date27330
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all17519
    None of the above283
    I don't know91
    Other (please specify)8610
  • Question 2H 

    You've said the following types of signage needs a change in rules:

    Poster signage

    Example

    What kind of rules associated with poster signage need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know None of the above Other (please specify) Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed
    Number of responses to this question516 (21%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign15129
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed24147
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs15730
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed26451
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues10721
    Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed12324
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools18736
    Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date22944
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all5911
    None of the above275
    I don't know92
    Other (please specify)418
  • Question 2I 

    You've said the following types of signage needs a change in rules:

    Fly posters

    Example

    What kind of rules associated with fly posters need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know None of the above Other (please specify) Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed
    Number of responses to this question1,467 (61%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign26618
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed49534
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs28219
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed68246
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues22215
    Distraction levels i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed23716
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools40928
    Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date55738
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all64244
    None of the above151
    I don't know111
    Other (please specify)1259
  • 3A(i) 

    Do you think there should be changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?

    Signage for commercial sex services


     

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed703
    No – the current controls are about right94839
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter92038
    I don’t know/ I have no view47020
  • 3A(ii) 

    Do you think there should be changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?


    Real estate signage

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed432
    No – the current controls are about right1,07545
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter1,18449
    I don’t know/ I have no view1064
  • 3A(iii) 

    Do you think there should be changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?


    Local/community events e.g. school gala, local art exhibition
     

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed23110
    No – the current controls are about right1,91780
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter1346
    I don’t know/ I have no view1265
  • 3A(iv) 

    Do you think there should be changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?


    Regional/major events e.g. concerts and large sporting events
     

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed1416
    No – the current controls are about right1,92480
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter1747
    I don’t know/ I have no view1697
  • 3A(v) 

    Do you think there should be changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?


    Commercial signage on public land and parks

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed482
    No – the current controls are about right1,07445
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter1,12547
    I don’t know/ I have no view1617
  • 3A(vi) 

    Do you think there should be changes to the way the following types of signs are controlled?

    Election signage


     

    I don’t know/ I have no view Yes – the current controls need to be stricter No – the current controls are about right Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes – the current controls should be more relaxed733
    No – the current controls are about right1,31254
    Yes – the current controls need to be stricter90638
    I don’t know/ I have no view1175
  • Question 3B 

    You’ve said signage for the following purpose needs a change in rules:

    Signage for commercial sex services

    What kind of rules associated with commercial sex signage need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know None of the above Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Other (please specify) Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date Distraction i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Restrictions on sign type e.g. whether signage for this purpose should be allowed to be permanent or illuminated, etc. Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools
    Number of responses to this question990 (41%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign30431
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed26927
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs48849
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed13914
    Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic40141
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues535
    Distraction i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed21622
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools53054
    Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date18218
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all52453
    Restrictions on sign type e.g. whether signage for this purpose should be allowed to be permanent or illuminated, etc.32633
    None of the above71
    I don't know51
    Other (please specify)576
  • Question 3C 

    You’ve said signage for the following purpose needs a change in rules:

    Real estate signage 

    Example

    What kind of rules associated with real estate signage need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know None of the above Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Other (please specify) Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed Restrictions on sign type e.g. whether signage for this purpose should be allowed to be permanent or illuminated, etc. Distraction i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic
    Number of responses to this question1,227 (51%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign74060
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed80766
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs817
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed22819
    Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic86270
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues1018
    Distraction i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed44736
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools19616
    Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date62651
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all1149
    Restrictions on sign type e.g. whether signage for this purpose should be allowed to be permanent or illuminated, etc.31926
    None of the above71
    I don't know10
    Other (please specify)958
  • Question 3D 

    You’ve said signage for the following purpose needs a change in rules:

    Local/Community events e.g. school gala, local art exhibition

    Example

    What kind of rules associated with local/Community events signage need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all None of the above Other (please specify) Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Restrictions on sign type e.g. whether signage for this purpose should be allowed to be permanent or illuminated, etc. Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed Distraction i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic Sites approved for displaying event signs e.g. allow more sites or restrict places for event signage to reduce visual clutter Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date
    Number of responses to this question365 (15%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign12635
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed13236
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs4212
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed7019
    Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic13637
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues6518
    Distraction i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed8022
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools6117
    Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date16846
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all134
    Sites approved for displaying event signs e.g. allow more sites or restrict places for event signage to reduce visual clutter15041
    Restrictions on sign type e.g. whether signage for this purpose should be allowed to be permanent or illuminated, etc.5114
    None of the above247
    I don't know62
    Other (please specify)3810
  • Question 3E 

    You’ve said signage for the following purpose needs a change in rules:

    Regional/major events e.g. concerts and large sporting events

    Example

    What kind of rules associated with regional/major events signage need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know None of the above Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all Other (please specify) Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Restrictions on the information displayed about the sponsor of the facility or the event Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed Distraction i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic Sites approved for displaying event signs e.g. allow more sites or restrict places for event signage to reduce visual clutter Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date
    Number of responses to this question315 (13%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign11436
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed11938
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs5417
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed8527
    Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic12038
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues5116
    Distraction i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed9530
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools8126
    Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date15549
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all279
    Sites approved for displaying event signs e.g. allow more sites or restrict places for event signage to reduce visual clutter14044
    Restrictions on the information displayed about the sponsor of the facility or the event8126
    None of the above175
    I don't know72
    Other (please specify)3110
  • Question 3F 

    You’ve said signage for the following purpose needs a change in rules:

    Commercial signage on public land and parks

    Example

    What kind of rules associated with commercial signage on public land and parks need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know None of the above Other (please specify) Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed Restrictions on sign type e.g. whether signage for this purpose should be allowed to be permanent or illuminated, etc. Distraction i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic
    Number of responses to this question1,173 (49%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign35230
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed43837
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs18015
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed22419
    Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic59851
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues877
    Distraction i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed30726
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools34730
    Timing restrictions i.e. removing sign when information is out of date36231
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all51344
    Restrictions on sign type e.g. whether signage for this purpose should be allowed to be permanent or illuminated, etc.27523
    None of the above111
    I don't know61
    Other (please specify)615
  • Question 3G 

    You’ve said signage for the following purpose needs a change in rules:

    Election signage

    What kind of rules associated with election signage need to be changed?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know None of the above Other (please specify) Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed Restrictions on sign type e.g. whether signage for this purpose should be allowed to be illuminated, moving/animated etc. Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools Distraction i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed Timing restrictions i.e. shorten or lengthen the period that election signs can be displayed for, in the lead-up to an election Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed
    Number of responses to this question979 (41%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Size restrictions e.g. allow signs to be larger or reduce maximum size of the sign50451
    Number of signs e.g. allow more signs or reduce the number of signs allowed61463
    Content restrictions e.g. the types of words/images allowed on these signs15716
    Physical condition e.g. the level of wear and tear allowed25926
    Placement restrictions e.g. where these signs can be legally placed on the footpath or verge, for example to avoid interfering with pedestrian traffic53755
    Readability i.e. meeting accessibility standards for those with sight issues10311
    Distraction i.e. the level of distraction/annoyance allowed40641
    Area restrictions e.g. whether these signs should be banned from certain areas of the region, like residential areas/schools34335
    Timing restrictions i.e. shorten or lengthen the period that election signs can be displayed for, in the lead-up to an election45947
    Complete banning i.e. these types of signs should not be allowed at all18419
    Restrictions on sign type e.g. whether signage for this purpose should be allowed to be illuminated, moving/animated etc.28529
    None of the above71
    I don't know40
    Other (please specify)859

  • Question 3H Are there any other types of sign that you think need different controls or management? Please tell us the type of sign and how the rules should be changed.

    Real estate small signs that point in the direction of the property for sale, these small signs that are pushing in with a steel stick, end up uprooted by kids or blowen away.

    Write a lot of traffic signs are too bright & reflective & some are in hazardous places

    Advertising on bus stops and on buses should be removed. Drivers are subsidised for their travel hugely, yet public transport has to self-fund with advertising. Not equitable. All those beautiful airbrushed models that children have to be bombarded with just to use our transport system - and that are affecting their self-image and psychological health.

    No controls on small a1 size temp signs promoting volunteer charity community activity

    Let businesses sort out what they want. Customers will soon tell them if they are in the way.

    Novel advertising should be made an exception

    Any ads using sexual poses, themes to promote a product it's disgusting and not very family friendly!!

    Footpath signs are probably the most annoying; they get in the way of pedestrians. They also interfere with trying to open car doors when the signs are right on the edge by the road. Allow maximum 1 per shop would probably be the strictest you could go, however, perhaps an incentive for shop to use signs in their window or awning instead of footpath sign would help reduce the clutter on the footpath.

    Rules are ok. May just need better monitoring so people aren't breaking the rules.

    Street name signs - make  more visible

    Complete ban on signs on footpaths - these take up space and obstruct the flow of pedestrians. Signage should be restricted to being on private property (on the building on the owners land)

    Sandwich boards in the Henderson area are placed in the middle of the footpaths causing a hazard. I recently saw an elderly lady walk into the Redrat sign in the main street and when she moved it to the side the retailers moved it straight back to the middle of the footpath again.

    I think the rules are adequate.

    Some signs are placed so that it obscure the view of on comimg trafic i.e. at an intersection with a give way sign

    With technology advertisers have other channels so can reduce visual clutter. With infill housing and loss of trees we don't need more advertising to replace them. Try to reduce.

    No signs on power poles, looks awful .  All signs must be removed after due date of entertainment immediately.  Those that do not remove them should be fined.  No illegal or unlicensed signs should be allowed.  Community signs advertising events are fine but must be removed immediately after the event.  Size restrictions and content to be approved by council.

    Minimise the amount of council signs except road names which are often missing. Which is odd given the efforts to erect Bus Lane signage.

    A distance between signs of 10 ft or more should be enforced.

    Due to space restrictions not all comments are displayed in this report. The above is a selection of responses to this question.

    Number of responses to this question 368 (15%)
    Total number of responses for this survey 2,408

     

  • Question 4A 

    Do you use signage to advertise a business, products or events?

    I don't know Yes No
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes23210
    No2,16890
    I don't know80
  • Question 4B 

    Are you aware that you are required to meet signage standards as set out in council’s signage bylaw?

    I don't know No Yes
    Number of responses to this question232 (10%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes17073
    No4921
    I don't know136
  • Question 4C 

    How knowledgeable would you say you are about Auckland Council’s Signage Bylaw regulations? 

    I don't know 5 - Very Knowledgeable Not applicable - I've never heard of it 4 3 2 1 – Not knowledgeable
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    1 – Not knowledgeable1,14848
    265027
    336615
    4974
    5 - Very Knowledgeable432
    Not applicable - I've never heard of it683
    I don't know361
  • Question 4D 

    How easy do you find the signage bylaw to understand and apply?

    1 – Not easy at all I don't know 5 - Very easy Not applicable - I have never applied it 2 4 3
    Number of responses to this question506 (21%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    1 – Not easy at all296
    26613
    317234
    410020
    5 - Very easy438
    Not applicable - I have never applied it6312
    I don't know337
  • Question 4E 

    Have you ever contacted council to try to resolve a signage issue(s)?

    I don't know Yes No
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes2189
    No2,16890
    I don't know221
  • Question 4F 

    Did council assist in resolving the issue(s)?   

    I don't know No Yes
    Number of responses to this question218 (9%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes11050
    No9242
    I don't know167

  • Question 4G Do you have any comments about your dealings with council?

    Wanted marine speed restriction signage at the local beach and on the water but nothing has happened as yet

    Hard. As a parks volunteer the Council is not engaging well

    Dismal and offensive.

    It seems that officers will only act if a complaint is made. That is not good enough.

    Waste of time

    A Council officer was wrong about the placement of election signs and kept knocking them down.

    Mostly good actually.

    The Customer Services support phone number for Council level of service, depends who you get. What works best for myself, someone practical, takes good notes on the situation, and is not bureaucratic when they speak to customer. Also, if they are going to quote the law - actually understand the legislation e.g. don't comment outside of your scope of practice - its annoying, especially when they are incorrect. Auckland Council could do so much more to advocate for the enjoyment, benefit, quality of life for the people who live here than currently does. Remember - People are an ASSET TOO!

    There are too many violators and not enough enforcement.  Period.

    Took far too long to get any action even though it was a visibility (safety) issue

    Enquiry was dealth with promptly.

    I may as well communicate with a dead possum

    Very helpful

    Difficult to get in touch with correct department but solved promptly once issue was raised.

    The person didn't really know much

    You should not insist on personal identification when someone phones you to ask for help or to point out a problem that needs dealing with.  Let it be anonymous, like crime-watch is.  Just take down the request and get things FIXED, please!

    Due to space restrictions not all comments are displayed in this report. The above is a selection of responses to this question.

    Number of responses to this question 118 (5%)
    Total number of responses for this survey 2,408

     

  • Question 5A Your name:
    Leave blank if you prefer not to say.

    This question was asked to pannellists who had not yet provided their name. Responses for this question are not displayed in this report. 

    Number of responses to this question 11 (0%)
    Total number of responses for this survey 2,408
  • Question 5B 

    Are you:

    Gender diverse I prefer not to say Male Female
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Male1,08245
    Female1,27253
    Gender diverse100
    I prefer not to say442
  • Question 5C 

    Which of the following age groups do you belong to?

    Please select one only.

    14 years old or younger 15-24 years I prefer not to say 25-34 years 75 years or older 35-44 years 45-54 years 65-74 years 55-64 years
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    15-24 years673
    25-34 years1898
    35-44 years34614
    45-54 years48120
    55-64 years52022
    65-74 years51021
    75 years or older2159
    I prefer not to say803

  • Question 5D Which suburb/community do you live in?

    Number of responses to this question 2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey 2,408

    - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

    Responses coded into Local Board areas as follows:

      Count %
    Albert-Eden 218 9%
    Devonport-Takapuna 156 6%
    Franklin 114 5%
    Great Barrier 1 0.04%
    Henderson-Massey 118 5%
    Hibiscus and Bays 156 6%
    Howick 173 7%
    Kaipātiki 162 7%
    Māngere-Ōtāhuhu 45 2%
    Manurewa 58 2%
    Maungakiekie-Tāmaki 101 4%
    Orākei 170 7%
    Ōtara-Papatoetoe 22 1%
    Papakura 60 2%
    Puketāpapa 58 2%
    Rodney 139 6%
    Upper Harbour 99 4%
    Waiheke 20 1%
    Waitākere Ranges 123 5%
    Waitematā 200 8%
    Whau 74 3%

    Other / I don't live in the Auckland Region / I'd prefer not to say

    		 101 7%
  • Question 5E 

    Which ethnic group(s) do you belong to?

    Please select any that apply to you.

    Tokelauan Other Pacific peoples Middle Eastern Niuean Fijian Korean Tongan African Cook Islands Latin American Other Asian Samoan Southeast Asia Indian Chinese I prefer not to say Maori Other (please specify) Other European NZ European/Pakeha
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    NZ European/Pakeha1,76573
    Other European1988
    Maori1275
    Samoan211
    Tongan80
    Fijian60
    Niuean60
    Cook Islands110
    Tokelauan20
    Other Pacific peoples40
    Southeast Asia261
    Korean70
    Chinese643
    Indian512
    Other Asian191
    African110
    Middle Eastern50
    Latin American131
    I prefer not to say1165
    Other (please specify)1386
  • Question 5F 

    Do you consider yourself to have a disability?

    I don't know I prefer not to say Yes No
    Number of responses to this question2,389 (99%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes1848
    No2,15990
    I prefer not to say351
    I don't know110
  • Question 5G 

    What kind of disability do you have?

    Please select all that apply.

    I don't know Speaking Intellectual I prefer not to say Learning Memory Psychological / psychiatric Other (please specify) Vision Hearing Physical
    Number of responses to this question182 (8%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Hearing4826
    Vision3720
    Physical11262
    Intellectual11
    Psychological / psychiatric148
    Speaking11
    Learning32
    Memory116
    I prefer not to say32
    Other (please specify)169
  • Question 5H 

    Do you currently work for Auckland Council or any CCOs (council controlled organisations)?

    I prefer not to say Yes No
    Number of responses to this question2,408 (100%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes743
    No2,31796
    I prefer not to say171
  • Question 5I 

    Do you own a business?

    I don't know Yes No
    Number of responses to this question2,392 (99%)
    Total number of responses for this survey2,408
    AnswerCount%
    Yes46619
    No1,92280
    I don't know40

  • Question 5J Do you have any other comments about signage in Auckland or this survey?

    Signs can add vibrancy to city centre, but occasionally are badly placed and block views or obstruct pedestrians. Old and obviously tattered signs should be removed

    I rarely go into Auckland city now and so some of my answers above may not be accurate. I did this survey because of my recent experience with signs at Eastern Beach and because of my opinion about the Council's bylaws.

    I don't recall seeing a sign that I had any objection to (sign or location).

    They are visual pollutants that should be controlled like any other kind of pollutants

    I think there needs to be some consideration given to the materials which are used for signage, the removal and subsequent waste of signs and how this is affecting the environment, landfill etc

    The use of Corflute is prevalent in Real Estate and Election signage and my understanding is that these can not be re-used? so where do they all end up?

    Flyers stuck to lampposts etc, decay and often are left there forever and it looks shabby.

    There is too much signage advertising alcohol in our city, especially to our kids along with all sorts of junk food and it doesn't add any value to our community. It seriously detracts from our community and causes harm.

    Signage is a good way to advertise small businesses and we spend so much time stuck in traffic on Auckland roads it is good to have something to read

    Real estate signs should all have to be the same uniform size. Far too often you drive down the road and there are 4 signs all of different shapes and sizes and it looks like a mess. They can be different colours and designs but the dimensions should all be the same. Residential and commercial properties can be different sizes, but there are too many varying designs that make them an eyesore.

    Please take action on light nuisance signage at night. It disturbs my sleep and is intrusive in my home.

    Real estate signage is oftenout too long especially after the property is sold.

    Near by are many signs in other languages with no words in English, I feel all signs should have English/Maori words so most people can understand what the sign is saying

    My young children (primary school and pre school) have commented several times about sex industry related signs. Eg condom billboards when travelling just last spaghetti junction, sex industry signs when travelling in CBD. These signs are in appropriate for general widespread public use and should be banned completely.

    Compared with overseas cities Auckland seems to have a moderate amount of signage.

    Street signs are not well set up, difficult to see

    There are too many signs and they are creating a visual pollution to the environment.  Many of the signs are not necessary.  If they were taken down there would be no change to the amount of business a shop/store does.  People have access to digital information now so they can find where their nearest coffee shop etc is and go directly there without having signs pointing the way or highlighting a shop front with words and images to tell people what kind of shop it is. 

    overall signage is balanced however the the quality is rather poor, especially those of local businesses.

    Signs that hang down from verandahs of shops - e.g. in the Mt Albert township, they are a disgrace! The whole area needs a signage upgrade to look more like Kingsland or Ponsonby. In Mt Albert these signs are of very poor quality.

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    Number of responses to this question 710 (29%)
    Total number of responses for this survey 2,408

     

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