Resource consents

We prepare resource consent applications for a diverse range of clients throughout New Zealand. From private individuals, to government agencies and developers undertaking complex projects, we have the expertise to manage it all.

We work closely with Councils across the Motu, ensuring our consultants are experts in RMA planning processes and matters. This enables us to streamline the process for you while adhering to all regulatory requirements and reducing costs. Our team possess a wide range of experience. We can prepare and assist with consenting strategies, project scoping, assessments of effects and project management for consents for new activities and/or re-consenting existing activities. 

Our Work

We work across multiple industries,  Browse  some of our recent resource consent projects to see how we can help you. 

Forestry

Planz offers comprehensive advice and assistance on forestry consenting issues, including land use, discharge consents, erosion and sediment control, and planting setbacks.

Lamb & Hayward

Planz Consultants was engaged to secure a resource consent for air discharge associated with the installation of a new cremator at Lamb & Hayward’s crematorium in Wigram, Christchurch.

Mastery Schools New Zealand – Arapaki

Planz Consultants successfully obtained resource consent for Mastery Schools New Zealand (MSNZ) - Arapaki, an alternative educational facility for Year 1-8 students disengaged or at risk of disengaging from mainstream

Public heritage building repairs and alterations

Planz Consultants Limited has provided ongoing support to the Christchurch City Council’s asset team, focusing on the repair and strengthening of Council-controlled listed heritage buildings. The work has involved navigating

Retirement Villages

Planz has successfully assisted numerous clients in obtaining consents for the expansion of retirement village complexes.

Te Ara Ihutai – Coastal Pathway (Moncks Bay Segment): A Story of Innovation and Teamwork

The Christchurch Coastal Pathway, a collaboration between the local community and the Christchurch City Council, extends from Ferrymead to Scarborough Beach and opened in late November 2023.

Architecturally designed homes

Planz has extensive experience assisting clients and architects in bringing unique, architecturally designed homes to life throughout New Zealand.

Suburban Retail Developments

Planz has extensive experience in securing resource consents for a wide range of suburban shopping developments adjacent to residential areas across Auckland, Christchurch, and the Selwyn Districts.

Christchurch Cathedral Restoration

Following significant earthquake damage to the Cathedral in 2011, Planz were engaged to assist in obtaining a number of consents for the staged reconstruction.

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