The Treaty House at Waitangi is recognised as one of the most important historic places in New Zealand. It was built for the first British resident in New Zealand, James Busby and his family. In 1840, the Treaty of Waitangi was signed here between Maori and the representatives of the British Crown. The Treaty of Waitangi is the founding document of New Zealand.
The Treaty House sits within a significant historic designed landscape and within a broader landscape setting of importance. It has a significant relationship with the adjacent whare rununga and the open space between these two buildings.
A series of documents including survey, design drawings and specifications were prepared to guide the conservation and repair of the roof structure and the interior plaster work at the Treaty House, as well as removal of intrusive building fabric to enhance the heritage value of the Treaty House and its interpretation for visitors.
Consultation with the Waitangi National Trust Board on the value of conservation planning to identify value, recognise risks, and prioritise future work of the site was also provided.
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