Resource Consents & Environmental Planning

Planning solutions by the leading experts

Building Thriving Communities

Planning – still a good thing to do first

Our expert Resource Consents & Environmental Planning team are passionate about seeing communities thrive and prosper – through cohesive and connected communities, vibrant town centres, and valued open spaces.

With working backgrounds and experience in local government, our planners have in-depth knowledge of the rules and regulations, and how they are interpreted by Councils, which puts us in good stead to help people invest in their community.

We care about people, we care about the environment, and we care about the future of local communities.

Meet our Team

We are trusted professional members of: RMLA & NZPI

Our Planning Services

Resource Consents for land use and subdivision

Highly experienced in our field, our resource consent applications are individually tailored to the scale and complexity of your project.

Plan Changes

We undertake Plan Change Applications including initial scoping, consultation, technical engagement, policy formulation, and navigation through the approval process.

Policy Research and Strategic Planning

We assist organisations, central government, and local councils with all aspects of policy research, reviews, and strategic planning projects.

Submissions

We can help you participate in a Proposed Plan Change or Notified Resource Consent Application in a meaningful way.

Consultation

Experienced in consultation and issue resolution, we devise consultation strategies and / or lead comprehensive consultation programmes on behalf clients.

Designations and Notices of Requirement

Working with Requiring Authorities, we can prepare the applications needed to carry out their functions, including Outline Plans and Outline Plan Waivers.

Regional Consents

We prepare regional consent applications for infrastructure proposals, watercourse maintenance, land development and environmental restoration projects.

Property Development Advice

We are regularly engaged to advise on development feasibility and due diligence matters to provide potential purchasers with upfront, accurate advice.

Local Authority Processing

We process a wide range of Resource Consent Applications and Plan Change Applications on behalf of councils.

Specialist Local Authority Support

We are available to assist Councils with all aspects of implementing their functions under the Resource Management Act and Local Government Act.