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Commercial, residential, rural, industrial or heritage – we can help turn your Planz into reality
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Expert advice for homeowners and small businesses
Our knowledgable team will guide you through the resource consent process, ensuring your project meets all regulations smoothly and efficiently.
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Making regulation compliance easier
We work with clients to ensure their operations remain compliant through our solid knowledge and relationships with councils nationwide
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Planz directors and many of our senior staff are accredited and experienced hearing commissioners, with expert knowledge of the processes involved
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Expert advice for small businesses and homeowners
Our knowledgable team will guide you through the resource consent process, ensuring your project meets all regulations smoothly and efficiently.
Learn more
Making regulation compliance easier
We work with clients to ensure their operations remain compliant through our solid knowledge and relationships with councils nationwide
Learn more
Secure resource consent for your project
Commercial, residential, rural, industrial or heritage – we can help turn your Planz into reality
Learn more
Choose one of our hearing commissioners
Planz directors and many of our senior staff are accredited and experienced hearing commissioners, with expert knowledge of the processes involved
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Planz Consultants Limited is a leading  New Zealand owned planning and resource management consultancy with offices in Christchurch, Nelson, Dunedin and Whangārei. We’ve been successfully operating since 1992, bringing over 30 years of expertise to our clients. 

Our team excels in resource consents, policy development, land use, regional planning, hearings and more.  We collaborate with councils, government agencies, developers, and corporates to drive land and community development across New Zealand. We also play a leading role in a range of statutory planning and large-scale strategic projects.  

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We’re involved in projects across the motu.

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Our services

Planz Consultants is an award-winning planning consultancy with offices in Christchurch, Nelson, Dunedin and Whangārei. We have the knowledge and connections to help you achieve your project goals, small or large.

Our vision and mission

We are dedicated to helping navigate Aotearoa towards a better future. Our mission underpins our commitment to clients, staff, and suppliers. It drives every decision we make.

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Our work

University of Canterbury, Tupuarangi Student Accommodation

Tupuārangi Student Accommodation

Planz Consultants played a key role in securing resource consent for Tupuārangi, a 283-bed student accommodation facility standing 26.56 metres high on Homestead Lane, part of the University of Canterbury
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Woolworths Fresh Distribution Centre

Woolworths – Christchurch Fresh Distribution Centre

Planz successfully secured resource consent for the development of the Woolworths Christchurch Fresh Distribution Centre, located in Selwyn.
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Wakatu Quay

Wakatu Quay Development

Planz successfully obtained resource consent for the Wakatu Quay development in Kaikoura, working on behalf of the Kaikoura District Council.
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Belfast Village Entrance

Belfast Commercial Centre

Planz Consultants assisted Belfast Village Centre Limited in obtaining resource consent for the development of a new greenfield commercial centre in Belfast.
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Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke (Rāpaki) - Marae development

Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke (Rāpaki) – Marae Development

Planz worked closely with Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke to secure the necessary resource consents for extensions to the existing Rāpaki Marae Complex and the construction of a new sealed
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Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust - Brougham Street - Christchurch

Social Housing

Planz has extensive experience in completing a wide range of social housing projects for clients such as Kāinga Ora Homes and Communities, Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust, and various church organisations.
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Meet our team

Kate Bayer

  • Office Manager
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Sally Aldred

  • Marketing & Development Manager
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Terri Winder

  • Consultant Planner
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Carmen Taylor

  • Partner & Consultant Planner
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Susannah Tait

  • Partner, Hearing Commissioner & Consultant Planner
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Lisa Steele

  • Consultant Planner
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Emma Miller - Consultant Planner

Expanding Our Expertise in the Upper North Island

We’re thrilled to announce Emma Miller recently joined the Planz Consultants team! Based in Whangārei, Emma will help extend our reach and expertise across the upper North Island (and across
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Sticky Forest from above, Wanaka

A landmark victory for sticky forest: Honouring heritage and building the future

Planz Consultants is proud to have played a pivotal role in the recent Environment Court decision that marks a significant milestone in the ongoing saga of Sticky Forest in Wanaka.
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To make sure we are always working towards our mission, we are always looking for ways to improve how we do business for the better.  In this instance, we have partnered with Carbon Positive in terms of monitoring our annual waste and carbon emissions, to offsetting our emissions. We can confirm we are now officially certified as carbon positive.

Celebrating Carbon Positive

At Planz, our commitment to environmental responsibility goes beyond our projects; it's woven into the fabric of our business operations. Our goal isn't just carbon neutrality, we are committed to
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Upcoming Changes to National Environmental Standards for Plantation Forestry. Effective from the 2nd of November 2023, the National Environmental Standards for Plantation Forestry will undergo significant revisions

Attention all forestry stakeholders! The world of plantation forestry is evolving.

Upcoming Changes to National Environmental Standards for Plantation Forestry. Effective from the 2nd of November 2023, the National Environmental Standards for Plantation Forestry will undergo significant revisions
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The global and local impact of human-generated greenhouse gas emissions is becoming increasingly evident . Here in Aotearoa (and across the globe), we are seeing more frequent and severe extreme events. To address this, the New Zealand government has taken a number of steps to help combat climate change, including its commitment to the Paris Agreement—an international treaty aimed at curbing global temperature rise. They have also recently introduced the National Policy Statement for Greenhouse Gases from Industrial Process Heat (Industrial NPS GHG) and the National Environmental Standards for Greenhouse Gases from Industrial Process Heat (Industrial NES GHG).

Understanding New Zealand’s Industrial Climate Regulations and the Impact on Businesses

Understanding New Zealand's new industrial climate regulations and their impact on businesses. We delve into what this means for industrial business owners.
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The landscape of rural land ownership in New Zealand underwent a significant shift late last year. These changes might not only alter your plans but also impact your resource acquisition strategies. A strong national direction to avoid rezoning, subdivision, or non-rural use of HPL, with a narrow band of exceptions – is arguably the most directive (and restrictive) national policy statement that we have.

The National Policy Statement on Highly Productive Land (NPS-HPL) and what it means for you.

The landscape of rural land ownership in New Zealand underwent a significant shift late last year. This might change your plans and also impact your resource acquisition strategies as The
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What our clients say

“We’ve had the pleasure of working with Planz for the past 10 years or so on various commercial and residential developments, and we couldn't be more satisfied with their services. Their expertise in town planning has been invaluable in navigating the complexities of our projects. We wholeheartedly recommend Planz to anyone looking for a trusted partner in town planning. Their passion and expertise will undoubtedly elevate any project.”
JP SinghManaging Director, TAG
“Advice from Planz has been instrumental to us achieving our property development outcomes by providing clear pathways for compliance, planning and consent matters. Their expert knowledge is reinforced by their professional and dedicated team.”
Ben LaganManaging Director, Carbon Property
“We have collaborated with Tim and the team at Planz for several years and greatly appreciate their excellent communication and ability to simplify the complexities of consenting. They offer clear insights into potential challenges and effective resolution strategies. Their commitment to collaborative problem-solving ensures a smooth planning process. Overall, they are a dependable partner, and they consistently deliver exceptional results.”
Ed LeesonGeneral Manager, Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust
“In 2008, we were completely new to world of planning, but knew we needed resource consent to build on our section. We approached several consultancies, and chose to work Planz because they had great contacts with the local council and knew the district plan inside out, plus they were very competitively priced. We got a great result, and we've been back to use them several times over the years.”
Sally NHomeowner
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Who we work with

We’re proud to work with a number of companies, government agencies, councils, and private developers across Aotearoa

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