Smooth Subdivision Roads Face A Cheaper MakeoverJuly 31, 2026NelsonResidents of Tasman’s new subdivisions might like their asphalted roads, but the looming $7 million replacement bill means they likely won’t be asphalted forever. Tasman District Council’s transportation manager, Jamie McPherson, said developers were frequently opting to asphalt their subdivisions’ roads, during a Thursday workshop. “These roads… provide a smooth, high-quality, attractive service. The key problem to such a policy was that residents were likely to be reluctant to see their asphalted roads replaced with chipseal. “Asphalt roads last quite well and are very popular.