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November 2015This booklet explains the second phase of the Government's Resource Management Act reforms. Read more -
September 2015This report presents an assessment of the costs and benefits of the cultural effects that are anticipated as a result of the proposed amendments to the National Environmental Standards for Telecommunication Facilities 2008. Read more -
September 2015This report presents the recommendations on the proposed amendments to the National Environmental Standards for Telecommunication Facilities 2008. Read more -
September 2015This document is the summary of submissions received on the proposed amendments to the National Environmental Standards for Telecommunication Facilities 2008. Read more -
July 2015A summary of submissions from consultation in which the Government sought the view of the public on the direction of the review of ECan, the proposed mixed-model governance structure and other alternatives. Read more -
July 2015This report contains the detailed policy settings for how the mixed-model is intended to be set up and operate. Some of the details in this report may be subject to change to best give effect to the overall policy intent. Read more -
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 -
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 -
April 2015This flow chart shows the resource consent process for notified/limited notified applications. Read more -
March 2015This guide provides information for anyone who is identified as being adversely affected by a proposed activity under the RMA. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide provides information about the agencies you can approach if you are unhappy with a decision made under the Resource Management Act. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide provides information on applying for a resource consent to do something that might affect the environment. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide provides information on the consultation process if you are applying for a resource consent. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide provides information for anyone who is going to appear at a council hearing. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide provides information for anyone who is making a submission about a resource consent application that is processed by a council. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide explains Environment Court costs, how and why they are awarded, and what things you should bear in mind if you are considering bringing proceedings in the Environment Court. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide explains the role of the Environment Court, identifies who is involved in Environment Court hearings, and explains why you may want to take proceedings to the Environment Court, and if so what’s involved. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide provides a summary of the mediation process to help you participate in and prepare for mediation in the Environment Court. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide provides information for anyone who is involved in the notice of requirement and designation process under the Resource Management Act. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide is for anyone who is concerned about an activity under the Resource Management Act and wants enforcement action taken. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide provides information on the tools the Government can use to provide direction on specific national, regional, or local issues under the Resource Management Act. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide explains what the RMA does, how it works and how it affects you in your daily life. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide provides information for anyone who is going to appear at a council hearing. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This guide provides information for anyone who wants to make a submission about a proposed plan, plan change, or plan variation under the Resource Management Act. It is one of 15 guides in the 'An Everyday Guide to the RMA' series. Read more -
March 2015This document provides information about the proposed amendments to the National Environmental Standards for Telecommunication Facilities. Read more -
March 2015This report assesses the efficiency, effectiveness and risk of introducing proposed amendments to the National Environmental Standards for Telecommunication Facilities. Read more -
March 2015This report presents the findings of an evaluation of the Resource Management (National Environmental Standards for Telecommunication Facilities) Regulations to assess whether it is achieving its objectives. Read more -
March 2015This report presents the findings of an assessment of the environmental effects associated with selected telecommunications infrastructure and their construction/installation. Read more -
March 2015In 2015, the Ministry for the Environment and Department of Internal Affairs sought feedback on a proposed mixed-model governance structure for Environment Canterbury (ECan) for after the 2016 local government elections. This document provides information about the proposed structure. Read more -
March 2015This flow chart shows the resource consent process for non-notified applications. Read more -
February 2015Information about the Waste Minimisation Fund. Read more