Why Engineering Matters in Land Development
Our team guides land development projects from concept to completion—ensuring roads, pipes, water connections, and streetlights meet the Council’s Development Code standards.
With significant costs and engineering considerations involved, early discussions are key. We strongly recommend contacting us at the project’s inception.
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✉️ land.engineering@westernbay.govt.nz
For complex development projects requiring resource consent, our pre-application service integrates engineering reviews with planning for a smoother process.
Need help? Contact our team—we're happy to assist!
Resource Consent Applications
To support your resource consent application, Council requires engineering details covering concept, design, and construction. The specific information needed depends on:
- Activity type (e.g., subdivision, new dwelling, commercial development)
- Scale and intensity of the proposal
- Infrastructure capacity (e.g., water, stormwater, roads)
- Site characteristics (e.g., slope, hazards, land use)
The Council's District Plan and Development Code outline relevant engineering requirements for your project. For more details on preparing your application, visit our Resource Consent Application page.
Engineering Design Approval
Some engineering works require design approval before construction begins. Providing complete, correctly formatted information helps streamline this process.
Key resources:
- Download the required application forms and checklists from the Development Code.
- For electronic submissions (especially large files), use our online portal.
- Follow our standard document naming protocol to ensure quicker processing times.
Post-subdivision Survey Plan Approval (s223) and Deposit (s224)
Before creating new titles, the Council requires confirmation that all resource consent conditions—including engineering requirements—have been met. Your application must include:
- Certification from a qualified professional verifying completed work.
- Supporting documents (e.g., as built plans, QA records).
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