The Consent Process

A summary of how it all works

Step 1

Owner or authorised agent completes and submits the on-line application for vetting. Incomplete applications may not be accepted.

Step 2

Council produces Project Information Memorandum (PIM) if applied for within 20 working days. Council may request more information and the application process will be suspended until all information is received.

Step 3

Building consent processed and conditions attached within 20 working days. Council may request more information and the application process will be suspended until all information is received.

Step 4

Owner or authorised agent pays fees and downloads building consent documents. Building consent is granted/issued. Work must commence within 12 months or the consent will lapse. The owner may apply for an extension of time.

Step 5

Inspections are carried out as noted on the building consent and are booked with Council by phone on 06 835 1545. All inspections need to be booked in advance and wait times will vary throughout the year. Please see the book an inspection page for more information.

Step 6

Owner or authorised agent completes application for Code Compliance Certificate and Council must decide whether to issue within 20 working days. Council may make request for more information and the application process will be suspended until information is received.

If there is no application for Code Compliance Certificate within two years of the building consent being granted Council must decide whether to issue the Certificate. The owner may apply for an extension of time to complete the work.

Step 7

Outstanding fees (if any) are paid and Code Compliance Certificate is issued.