Applying for a resource consent
Setting the scene: council plans
How do I know whether I'll need a resource consent?
Stage 1: Preparing your application (information gathering)
Stage 2: Lodging your application (the council considers your application)
Stage 3: Your resource consent is approved or declined
Although every effort has been made to ensure that this guide is as accurate as possible, the Ministry for the Environment will not be held responsible for any action arising out of its use. This includes the diagram on page 2 which is a very generalised overview of the resource consent process. The diagram is intended to be indicative only and should not be relied upon. Direct reference should be made to the Resource Management Act and further expert advice sought if necessary.