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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 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.

“We wholeheartedly recommend Planz to anyone looking for a trusted partner in town planning. Their passion and expertise will undoubtedly elevate any project”
JP Singh – Managing Director

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.

Our work

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

Woolworths – Christchurch Fresh Distribution Centre

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

Wakatu Quay Development

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

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.

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

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.

Meet our team

Terri Winder

Consultant Planner

Sally Aldred

Marketing & Development Manager

Marissa Kelderman

Consultant Planner

Lisa Steele

Consultant Planner

Kerry Andrews

Consultant Planner

Michael Durand

Hearing Commissioner & Consultant Planner

Want to join our team?
We’re always looking for fresh talent…

News

Walking the Talk: Our Commitment to a Sustainable Future

At Planz, sustainability isn't just a goal; it's part of who we are. We are dedicated to helping navigate Aotearoa towards a better future.

Celebrating Excellence in Planning: Jonathan Clease

Celebrating Excellence in Planning: Jonathan Clease Wins Te Kōkiringa Taumata/ The New Zealand Planning Institute’s Distinguished Service Awards.

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

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.

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

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

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

Who we work with

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