What do I need a building consent for?
You will need a building consent for:

• Any deck more than 1 metre above ground level.
• Any wall or fence more than 2 metres high.
• Excavation work.
• Free-standing solid-fuel heaters/fire places.
• New buildings, or demolition of buildings, relocation of buildings.
• New plumbing and drainage work.
• Retaining walls higher than 1.5 metres above their foundation. Note - other criteria may apply so please contact Council for more information.
• Sheds, glasshouses or conservatories over ten square metres in area.
• Swimming pools or large tanks.

How do I apply for a building consent?
You will need to complete a building consent application form and attach two copies of all plans and any other relevant information.