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Resource Consent
Most property developments only require a building consent. However, if you want to carry out certain activities that are either not permitted “as of right” in the district or regional plan or exceed the rules of the district or regional plan in some way, then you will need to obtain Resource Consents.
While it may be tempting to simply modify your development to comply with all the rules, this may not always be beneficial and in many instances, it may be better overall to obtain a resource consent for a non-complying activity. Keola Homes has affiliations with specialist planners who can guide you through the application process and building regulations. The reason for resource consents is to ensure that the effects of your development, particularly on the surrounding environment, have been considered. Thus, for a resource consent to be approved by the council, a report assessing the effects needs to be prepared with proposed mitigation measures that demonstrate that your activity is either minor in nature or will have no adverse effects on the environment and the surrounding neighbourhood. Although it may seem like an additional hassle, it is important to remember that obtaining resource consents is crucial to achieving a legally-acceptable development. For an obligation-free appraisal, contact us now! |