You can apply to Horowhenua District Council for a Resource Consent online, by email or in person.
Before you get started
Before you begin, we recommend you view our Resource consent process 9-step guide page. It explains each stage of the process, the information you may need, and what to expect when applying.
A well-prepared application that covers all aspects of your proposed activity will make the process as smooth as possible and may save you time and processing costs. If, after reviewing the guide, you have a larger or more complex proposed activity in mind, you can contact Council's Planning Team to discuss your proposal, identify what information may be required, and find out whether a pre-application meeting would be beneficial.
Find out about the various options available to assist with your enquiry, from making a general enquiry through to requesting a pre-application meeting, on our Planning enquiries page.
What you'll need - an application checklist
You'll need the following information to apply:
- the name and address of any occupiers or owners of the site where the activity will take place
- the type of resource consent you're seeking, eg land use or subdivision
- any other resources consents that are required or being sought by other Councils, eg Horizons Regional Council
- a description of the activity
- a description of the site where the activity will take place
- an electronic copy of the Record (Certificate) of Title for the subject property, less than three months old
- electronic copies of the relevant plans, eg site plan, location plan or aerial photo showing the location of the property, elevation drawing showing the side views of your proposed activities eg the height and daylight setback for your new house, floor plan (if applicable)
- an electronic copy of the Assessment of Environmental Effects (AEE)
- a description of the ways in which adverse effects (negative effects) can be reduced or mitigated
- a record of any consultation you've undertaken with affected parties, if any
- electronic copies of the written approval of any affected persons, if any
- any additional information required to be included in the application by the District Plan, the regional plan, the Resource Management Act 1991, or any regulations made under that Act
- Part 2 RMA Assessment, if applicable
This relates to the purpose of the RMA, in most cases the District Plan sufficiently covers this aspect. If your proposal is of a more complex nature or is something out of the ordinary then you'll be expected to provide a comprehensive Part 2 assessment.