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This application is to request new Urban or Rural Property Numbering, or obtain Rural Numbering Plates.
Depending on your property you may need the following documents or information:
Request for New Property Number
Please Note: It is a legal requirement for ALL rural properties to have a reflective number at their main entrance. If your rural property needs a new reflective number plate created there is a fee of $17.
Payment can be made at the time of applying by Credit Card / Debit Card, or by Account2Account, or after applying by Internet Banking or in person. Please note: From 15 January 2026, a 2% convenience fee applies when paying by credit or debit card. Although we collect this fee with your payment, it is passed directly to our payment provider and we do not keep any of it.
Request for New Property Number (Print Version)
Pop into your nearest Council office:
Scan and email your request to recordsprocessing@horowhenua.govt.nz
Please provide as much detail as you can, so we can fix any issues you are having.
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