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Your Guide to the Resource Management Act

Preface

1 Introduction

2 Who, How and What

3 Understanding the Resource Consent Process

4 Getting Involved in Resource Management Decision-making

5 Taking Action to Protect the Environment

6 Where to Go for Further Guidance

Appendix 1: Matters of National Importance and Other Matters

Appendix 2: Administrative Boundaries for City, District and Regional Councils

Appendix 3: Administrative Boundaries for the Department of Conservation

Appendix 4: Glossary of RMA Terms

Appendix 5: Glossary of Māori Terms

 

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. If the reader is uncertain about the issues raised in the guide then direct reference should be made to the Resource Management Act and expert guidance sought if necessary.

 

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