How Can I?

The process to go through and consents you'll need for common building projects, opening a restaurant, or having an outdoor fire.

Subdivide My Property

Council consents, services and fees that you may need to know about when subdividing.

    Build a Garage

    Council consents, services and fees that you may need to know about as part of building a garage.

      Alter My House

      Council consents, services and fees that you may need to know about as part of your alterations project.

        Build a House

        Council consents, services and fees that you may need to know about as part of building a garage.

          Build a Retaining Wall

          Council consents, services and fees that you may need to know about as part of your project to build a retaining wall.

            Carry Out Earthworks

            Council consents, services and fees that you may need to know about when carrying out earthworks.

              Open a Restaurant

              Council consents, services and fees that you may need to know about when opening a restaurant.

                Create or Change a Driveway or Kerb

                You need vehicle access approval to create or change a kerb crossing or driveway.

                  Install a Solid Fuel Heater or Fireplace

                  You need a building consent to install a solid fuel heater or fireplace (new, replacement, in-built ...

                    Light an Outdoor Fire

                    You need to have a fire permit to light an outdoor fire in Wellington - find out how to get one.

                      Build a Deck

                      Council consents, services and fees that you may need to know about as part of building a deck.

                        Remove a Chimney

                        To help make buildings more resilient in an earthquake, some chimneys may now be removed without hav...