Resource consents

A resource consent is a written decision from the Council about something that may affect the environment or your community.

Find out if you need a resource consent

You need a resource consent to subdivide your property, or for any building work that doesn’t comply with the Wellington City District Plan.

Before you apply for a resource consent

Once you've established you need a resource consent, there are things you need to do before you apply.

Applying for a resource consent

A resource consent is a written decision from the Council about a building or land development project that may affect the environment or your community.

Resource consent fees

Understand the costs involved when applying for a resource consent.

Making a change to a resource consent

Find out how to apply for an extension of time or change the conditions of a resource consent or consent notice.

Submitting on or approving a resource consent application

Find out how to give feedback on or written approval for a resource consent application.

Resource consent objections and appeals

You can object to or appeal a decision made about your resource consent application.