Common Resource Consent Planning Topics
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Subdivision Rules
Subdivision rules for residential, rural, and lifestyle zones, including minimum lot sizes and criteria for resource consent applications.
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Residential Zones
Residential zoning rules and regulations for development activities in our District.
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Rural Zone Rules
Rural zone regulations for land use, building standards, and resource consent requirements in our District.
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Ōmokoroa and Te Puke MDRS Information
Housing rules, known as the Medium Density Residential Standards (or MDRS) are being introduced for Ōmokoroa and Te Puke.
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Housing and Accommodation
The District Plan provides for a range of different housing options throughout the Western Bay, depending on the planning zone a title of land in located within.
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Home Enterprises
Before beginning your home enterprise, it is wise to consult with Council to discuss your individual circumstances and ensure you meet all the criteria.
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Dwellings on Multiple Owned Maori Land
Find out more about dwellings on multiple owned Maori land such as resource consents and subdividing.
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Coastal Land Hazard Areas
Our District can be susceptible to a number of natural hazards that may adversely affect human life, property or the natural environment.
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Detached Minor Residential Units (Granny Flats)
The District Plan provides for a range of different housing options throughout the Western Bay, depending on the planning zone a title of land in located within.
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Commonly asked planning questions
Here you will find guidance on some frequently asked questions and common planning topics in relation to what you can do on your property.
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Transition to the new planning system
Changes to resource consenting take effect from 30 October 2026. Find out what’s changing, how applications will be assessed, and what this means for your project.
