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>> Services >> Resource Consent Resource Consent What is a Resource Consent? Under the Tararua District Plan not all activities can be undertaken as of right, sometimes a resource consent must first be obtained. The Council issues resource consents for subdivision and for the use of land for what are not permitted activities. What is a Certificate of Compliance? A certificate of compliance may be applied for when the district plan describes all activity as permitted or when an activity can otherwise be carried out without a resource consent. The certificate gives official recognition that these activities can take place. How do you apply for a Resource Consent? There is a prescribed form which must be completed. It can be accessed from this website under publications/forms or from any Service Centre. It is important that all the required information is provided. Information required includes:
How is an application processed? Some applications require public notification. This gives the wider community a chance to make a submission to the proposal. A Council Officer will prepare a report for the Council, setting out the matters it must consider and how the application measures up against them. Sometimes this report is prepared by a Consultant. Generally speaking, a hearing is only held for notified hearings. This gives submitters the opportunity to reinforce their submissions and also provides the applicant with a chance to response to any issues that submitters may raise. Can a decision be appealed? An applicant or people already involved in an application process can appeal the Council’s decision and go to the Environment Court. |
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