How to apply

What to include with your application

• Greater Wellington resource consent application form and a description of the activity you want consent for
• the location of your activity (eg, a map, aerial photo or sketch with scale)
• an assessment of environmental effects (AEE)
• written approvals of affected persons (for non-notified applications only)
• any information required by a regional plan or regulations
• the required fee

Also need consent from the district or city council?

Let us know if you re also applying to a district or city council for a consent (such as earthworks or a subdivision consent) as part of your proposal. If your application needs to be publicly notified, we may have to hold a joint council hearing to decide on your application.

Someone else applying on your behalf?

You can ask someone else, such as a consultant, to apply for your resource consent on your behalf they should be listed under the name and address for service on the Greater Wellington resource consent application form. We will deal with this person throughout the consent application process. Before you sign the application, make sure you read everything the consultant has prepared for you.

Lodging your application

You can lodge your application in person, or by post or fax (although this is not recommended if you re sending maps or plans). We cannot accept applications by email because we need a signed document.

All the information in your application is available to the public on request.