A new joint decision-making body for Mauao (The Mount) will be established between iwi and Tauranga City Council.
The new body, which is yet to be named, will enable the owners of Mauao, and the council, to make joint decisions on its management.
There will be four representatives from the Mauao Trust and four appointed by council. Joint management includes day-to-day decision-making such as the allowing of any commercial activities on the historic reserve.
Public access is assured under the new body.