The Road Name Register was adopted by Horowhenua District Council on 29 July 2026. It contains road names that meet the requirements of Council’s Road Naming and Property Numbering Policy 2026.
If you need to name a road, you may choose a name from the register. Names on the register are not pre-approved and must still be assessed through Council's road naming process.
About the Register
The register was developed with input from the Horowhenua Historical Society, iwi partners, emergency services and community organisations. This helps ensure road names reflect Horowhenua's heritage, history and cultural identity.
Using a name from the Register
You can use a name from the register for a new road or development. If you choose a registered name, Council will assess it against the road naming criteria and its suitability for the location.
Selecting a name from the register does not guarantee approval.
All proposed road names must go through the standard road naming process, including consultation with Land Information New Zealand (LINZ), iwi and emergency services.
A $500 application fee applies.
Some proposed names require additional consultation before a decision is made. This includes Māori road names and names commemorating people.