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May 2017This report identifies and analyses relevant non-urban zones and develops zoning framework options. Read more
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May 2017This report examines the use of spatial planning tools across New Zealand and identifies commonalities and differences. Read more
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May 2017This report examines urban zone provisions within district plans throughout New Zealand to better understand the most commonly used provisions and the key differences in the core urban zones. Read more
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May 2017This report reviews the suite of terms and associated definitions contained in 11 regional plans. Read more
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May 2017This report studies five districts (Kaipara, New Plymouth, Taupo, Waimakariri and Clutha) to understand why district councils use ‘effects-based’ plans, and the usability and outcomes of such plans. Read more
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May 2017This report examines differences in structure, format, mapping, and terminology between regional plans. Read more
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May 2017This report reviews the structure of regional policy statements (RPS) developed by councils. Read more
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May 2017This report researches the variation in district and regional plan definitions, and identifies ‘core’ or common terms applicable to district and regional plans to better understand the variation and complexity, and identify where greater efficiencies can be achieved. Read more
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May 2017This document is a summary of preliminary research undertaken by the Ministry over 2013-15 on a number of key planning issues relevant to the creation of national planning standards. Read more
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May 2017This 2013 report identified practice and trends in the structure, format and electronic delivery of RMA plans in New Zealand. Read more
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May 2017This report summarises research on different structure, format and high level content of Regional Policy Statements (RPS) under the Resource Management Act. Read more
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May 2017This report summarises research on the structure, format and the high level content of regional plans (including regional coastal plans) as background for a potential national planning standard on regional planning. Read more
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May 2017This research reports on the different approaches used by Territorial Authorities (Councils) in applying different activity status for resource consents and considers the various logic models used by Councils to evaluate different land uses. Read more
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May 2017This report provides an overview of the types of coastal planning provisions around the country and presents ideas for possible common content in a national planning standard. Read more
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May 2017This report identifies a small group of “atypical” effects-based district and unitary plans and assesses how different these are from other district plans. Read more
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May 2017This research reports on the structure, format and high level content of unitary plans prepared under the Resource Management Act. Read more
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May 2017This paper gives an overview of the new National Planning Standards tool. Read more
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May 2017This paper discusses how the National Planning Standards could provide a more consistent structure for district plans. Read more
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May 2017This paper discusses the inconsistent use of terminology and use of different planning tools and how this affects plan structure overall. Read more
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May 2017This paper signals a preference for a combined structure incorporating the Regional Policy Statement, regional plans and coastal plan into one document. Read more
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May 2017This paper discusses the approaches to the design and format of plans (eg, objectives and policies, rules, font, headings, tables, and colour). Read more
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May 2017This paper investigates cartographic conventions/visual display to harmonise planning maps in regional and district plans. Read more
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May 2017This paper focuses on plan definitions and terms that commonly overlap with regional plans. It outlines the criteria used to narrow the list of terms to be defined and provides options on the formatting of definitions. Read more
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May 2017This paper describes the requirements for transitioning plans from a paper-based format to a fully searchable and interactive online plan. Read more
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May 2017This paper looks at the opportunity to standardise metrics and considers which metrics can be included in the National Planning Standards. Read more
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May 2017This paper considers three key issues relating to a range of general plan provisions like explanations of Resource Management Act 1991 plan hierarchy, Māori values, how activity status applies, and cross-boundary issues. Read more
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May 2017This report assesses the structure and format of regional rules, and how they vary around New Zealand. Read more
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May 2017This report tries to better understand variation and complexity in terms defined in district plans under the Resource Management Act 1991. It undertakes further definitional analysis to help with the development of a set of standardised definitions. Read more
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May 2017This document gives a review of the electronic delivery of planning, and planning systems in five jurisdictions identified by the Ministry for the Environment . Read more
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May 2017This report provides information on the categories used in the swimming maps, proposed targets, and proposed amendments to the National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management released as part of the Government’s Clean Water package in February 2017. Read more
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May 2017This report talks about a national-level study that used a catchment model to explore where there may be capacity or ‘headroom’ for land-use intensification, taking into account constraints on contaminant loss from land due to freshwater bottom lines, and requirements for water quality to be maintained or improved. Read more
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May 2017This report outlines recommendations for a guideline for sedimentation in estuaries. Read more
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February 2017This report reviews the original report, 'Strategic assessment of New Zealand’s freshwaters for recreational use: a human health perspective'. Read more
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December 2016This report provides the results of an evaluation of the effectiveness of the National Policy Statement for Renewable Electricity Generation (NPS-REG). Read more
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November 2016This document presents the findings of the evaluation of the efficiency, effectiveness and risks associated with the proposed National Environmental Standards for Telecommunication Facilities regulations. Read more
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September 2016'A way forward for national direction - 2016' is an updated list of topics that Government intends to address nationally using one of the RMA legislative tools. Read more
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August 2016The 2016 Four Year Plan sets out the Ministry for the Environment’s strategic intentions for 2016/17 to 2019/2020. Read more
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July 2016The expenses of the Ministry for the Environment’s Chief Executive for the period 1 July 2015 - 30 June 2016. Read more
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February 2016This briefing was provided to the Minister for Climate Change Issues in December 2015. Read more
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December 2015This document sets out how we will ensure ‘environmental stewardship for a prosperous New Zealand’. It is about what we are seeking to achieve, why this is important, and the approach we will take. Read more
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November 2015This booklet includes a set of outcomes that detail the long-term environmental goals and intermediate targets that we believe will help us to encourage New Zealand's economic, social and cultural prosperity without comprimising our environment for future generations.. Read more
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October 2015The Ministry for the Environment’s annual report for the year ended 30 June 2015 provides an overview of the Ministry’s priorities, objectives, and financial performance indicators for the year. Read more
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July 2015The expenses of the Ministry for the Environment’s Chief Executive for the period 1 July 2014 - 30 June 2015. Read more
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May 2015Evaluation of the effectiveness and efficiency of the Environmental Protection Authority, including the governance and the role of the Māori Advisory Committee (Ngā Kaihautū Tikanga Taiao). Read more
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May 2015This report is a stocktake to establish what type of functions/powers/duties have been transferred and on what terms and conditions. Read more
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May 2015This study was commissioned to better understand the current application of section 80 of the RMA. The study outlines the governance, process, challenges, barriers, cost sharing and lessons learnt from the Wairarapa experience. Read more
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November 2014This briefing was provided to the incoming Minister for the Environment and Minister for Climate Change Issues in October 2014. Read more
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October 2014The Ministry for the Environment’s annual report for the year ended 30 June 2014 provides an overview of the Ministry’s priorities, objectives, and financial performance indicators for the year. Read more
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August 2014This report presents the findings of the State Service Commission's Performance Improvement Framework follow-up review of the Ministry for the Environment. Read more
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July 2014The expenses of the Ministry for the Environment’s Chief Executive for the period 1 July 2013 – 30 June 2014. Read more