In 2013 and 2014, the council conducted a review of speed limits along 78km of roads deemed dangerous hot spots with regular crashes.
A number of roads had their speed limits cut from 100km/h to 80km/h, but public outcry over lack of consultation, and increased travel times that would result, led to the return to the 100km/h limit for most roads.
Farndon Rd was one where the 100km/h limit was restored, and since that time there had been a number of fatal crashes along that route, the council said.
Works and services committee chairman Kevin Watkins said the speed limits had been a major topic of discussion and the council would be using all of its resources to communicate and lead a smooth consultation and decision-making process.
He encouraged people to have their say on the proposed changes.
Development in some of the areas had led to growing traffic volumes and more manoeuvres in and out of driveways; while on other roads, layout and roadside obstacles were factors, he said.
"We are keen to hear as many views as possible from residents and business owners who access their properties off the roads and road users."
Included in this round of consultation were proposals to change the placement of some speed limit signs to address anomalies between the sign locations and council bylaws.
Consultation began yesterday and was open until midday on March 9. The proposal document is available from reception at the Hastings District Council, the libraries in Hastings, Flaxmere and Havelock North, or online at www.myvoicemychoice.co.nz.
Submissions, marked Speed Bylaw, could be lodged online: www.myvoicemychoice.co.nz, mailed to Hastings District Council, Private Bag 9002, Hastings 4156, or delivered to the Hastings District Council offices at 207 Lyndon Rd East, Hastings.