Planning & Resource Management

We understand that one of the most challenging aspects of any new project is navigating and interpreting council planning documents to determine whether resource consent is required.

Regardless of the scale or complexity of your project, our in-house Planning team is the bridge between you and local government authorities, helping bring your project to life. They have a deep understanding of local government regulations and processes, enabling them to expertly navigate the planning and consenting system. Their skillset includes crafting detailed feasibility studies, engaging with stakeholders, and representing clients in regulatory hearings.

As experts in their field, our planners work closely with you to understand your project's key objectives, navigating potential roadblocks and providing recommendations on the most effective planning pathways to achieve your development aspirations.

Our Planning & Resource Management services are comprehensive, covering all aspects of the process. This includes:

Preliminary Planning Advice and Feasibility:

Planning and RMA advice tailored to your project
Guidance on district plan rules, zoning constraints, regulatory changes and consenting pathways
Site assessments, due diligence and feasibility studies

Consenting:

Resource consent applications – land use, subdivision and regional consents
Subdivision consents including s223/224c applications
Earthworks, water take, discharge and coastal permits
Outline plans, waivers, and Notice of Requirement (NoR)

Processing consents on behalf of councils

Master Planning and Project Management:

Master-planning, structure plans, neighbourhood plans, or precinct plans
Urban Development strategies and spatial planning
End-to-end project management

Consultation and Engagement:

Stakeholder and iwi engagement strategies
Community consultation materials and reporting
Support for public notification and hearings processes

Policy Development and Advocacy:

Private plan changes and rezoning proposals
Submissions on proposed plans, plan reviews, and plan changes

Planning evidence and representation at council and environment court hearings

Featured Planning Projects

Our Projects

BNZ Theatre

Real Steel

Jack’s Landing

Hamilton Rowing Club Redevelopment

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FAQs

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.
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.
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.