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Building and developing in Auckland city


Aerial photo of Auckland.

District plan

The District Plan is a legal document that helps us manage the city's natural and physical resources. Check your District Plan regulations on building activity and development in your area.

Building.

Building consent and inspections

Everyday work that needs a building consent includes new buildings, structural additions and alterations, plumbing, drainage and decks more than one metre from the ground.

People looking at plans.

Resource and subdivision consent

You will need resource consent if your building activity exceeds the rules of the district or regional plan in some way.

Urban design.

Best practice urban design

Auckland City Council assesses all applications for resource and building consent against the urban design goals for Auckland city. Make sure your project displays sound urban design principles.

Property owners

Useful links if you are carrying out your own building work.

Application forms
Property information services
  • Property file on CD
    Comprehensive information and building history on any Auckland property
  • LIM report
    Order a LIM to identify potential development restrictions and site details
  • Site features maps
    Property maps including contours, public drainage and special land features
  • Drainage plans
    View or purchase public and private drainage plans
  • GIS data
    Order digital Geographic Information System maps and data.
Rates and valuations
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