Planning Services
One of the most challenging elements of any new project can be navigating and understanding the Resource Consent process.
No matter the scope or size of your project, our Planning team are here to help make the Resource Consent process as seamless as possible. Our planners are the bridge between you and Local Government agencies to help bring your project to life.
As experts in their field, our Planners work closely alongside you to understand the primary objectives of your project so they can help you navigate potential roadblocks and provide recommendations on conditions you may be faced with. Our planners are also assisted by our in house engineers and surveyors which make BCD your one stop shop for all your resource consent requirements to bring your project through from concept to construction.
Our Planning & Resource Management services include:
District Council resource consents (land use and subdivision) & Regional Council resource consents (water takes, earthworks, discharges, culverts, coastal):
Consultation with relevant stakeholders including Iwi
Preparation and lodgement of land use and subdivision consents
Evidence and Expert Witness for Council and Environment Court hearings
Council Processing:
Review and processing of resource consents on behalf of District Councils across New Zealand
Preliminary Advice and Feasibility:
Feasibility studies
Preliminary planning advice
Plan Changes:
Consultation with relevant stakeholders
Preparation of private plan change applications
Preparation of submissions on private and public plan changes
Preparation and presentation of evidence at hearings
Our Planning Team
Our planning team has a wide range of experience in the planning sector across New Zealand. We have experience across the private and public sector and understand the regulatory requirements to achieve the best outcomes for our client.
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FAQs
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A subdivision is the dividing of a parcel of land into two or more parcels. In most cases, subdivisions will require resource consent to submit to Council for approval. We work on all types of subdivisions, including rural, residential, commercial, industrial and unit title subdivisions.
We work on all types of subdivisions, including rural, residential, commercial, industrial and unit title subdivisions.
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Not all developments will require resource consent. This depends on the location and type of activity you are proposing. Developments which can often require resource consent include subdivisions, multiple dwellings per site and works in flooding areas. The rules around resource consent requirements differ across each district, if in doubt, please get in touch and we can assist you navigating through Councils requirements.
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A land use consent is a type of resource consent that is required to use your land for a specific activity. Reasons for a land use consent vary across towns/cities and zones within these areas however land use consents could include residential, commercial or industrial activities.
About BCD Group
We are a team of passionate property professionals who get a kick out of shaping the built environment to meet the needs of our clients today and into the future. Over the last 14+ years we have solidified ourselves in the market as an industry leading, one-stop consultancy. Known for our award winning building designs for structural and fire engineering and land development projects.
