The seven proposed objectives for Rotorua's Spatial Plan included building homes, growing jobs, supporting iwi interests and enhancing Rotorua's playgrounds and environment.
The proposed changes to Pukehangi Rd included increased residential zoning, a green corridor to existing urban areas and a new neighbourhood centre.
A new neighbourhood centre was also proposed for the Eastside, off Vaughan Rd.
Plans for the Eastside include expanding the residential area and transitioning industrial zones into commercial area over time.
The plan moves the industrial area towards the airport, past Gee Rd.
But councillor Rob Kent expressed concerns at how close the new residential and industrial areas were to each other.
"Have we not learnt from Lumbercube?" he asked.
Mrs McKenzie said growing jobs in the district was heavily reliant on providing industrial land.
The plan for Ngongotaha was to strengthen the heart of the village and responded to feedback that Ngongotaha wants to remain independent from the central city.
This could include increasing the residential area out to Waiteti Stream and filling the space between Western Rd and State Highway 5.
The council also plans to slowly transition the industrial area behind the main village into a residential zone.
Although each of the plans included a green link to the city centre councillor Raj Kumar said he would like to see more consideration for public transport options.
Mayor Steve Chadwick said the plan was an incredible document.
"This is our story, so it's a beautiful document," she said.
"I can see a very busy time coming up."
The public will have the opportunity to consult on Rotorua's draft Spatial Plan from October 9.
There will be consultation with discussion groups, stakeholders, school groups and others until November 17.
Hearings on the Spatial Plan will begin on December 7 with the final plan expected late February 2018.
