In addition to the distinctive volcanic landscape and regionally significant Outstanding Natural Landscapes and Outstanding Natural Features, Auckland’s wider landscape and maritime setting provides a sense of identity at the local level. Individual viewing points, and their significant viewshafts from public places, contribute to the unique character of many of our neighbourhoods and coastal areas. Although many significant local views are naturally self-preserved by topography or proximity to the coast and require no specific protective restrictions, some are in prominent public locations but could be obstructed by buildings occurring in the foreground. These viewing points and the views from them have been identified to ensure the benefits they provide are retained for future generations.