Subdivision

The subdivision of land requires resource consent even if it is only a boundary adjustment where no additional lots are created. 

There are some important differences between consent granted for a land use activity and consent granted for subdivision.

The main difference being that subdivision requires three stages of approval.  The process does not stop once a decision has been made to grant subdivision consent.

The three stages of approval:

• Subdivision Consent - decision made to grant subdivision consent
• Section 223 approval - approval of the title plan showing the new boundaries, this must be approved within 5 years of the consent decision.
• Section 224 approval - completion of any physical works to form the subdivision, these works must be approved within 3 years of the section 223 approval.

If you are considering undertaking a subdivision you are strongly advised to speak to both a surveyor and a Planning Officer.  This will give you a good understanding of the steps and costs involved. The following guide provides a useful overview of the subdivision process.
Your Guide to Subdivision (PDF, 142KB)

Proposed Plan Changes 20 and 21 both involve changes to the subdivision rules contained in the District Plan for propoerties in the Rural and Residential zones, it is recommended that you check both the Operative District Plan and Proposed Plan Changes 20 and 21 to see if your property can be subdivided.