Policy and planning

We assist clients (both council and private) with policy development, and plan changes/zoning variations. 

We encourage strategic thinking and use our policy experience and our strong relationships to achieve good planning policy development and efficient expansion strategies for our clients.

Our expertise includes urban growth, design controls, heritage, industrial regeneration, greenfield growth, rural residential development, and water issues.

Policy and planning projects projects

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Timaru Growth Strategy

Planz developed the Timaru Growth Strategy to provide a strategic framework for sustainable growth across the district and guide the upcoming District Plan review.

Waikato District Plan Review

Planz assisted Waikato District Council in assessing submissions on the rural, small settlement, medium density, and Future Urban Zone chapters as part of the District Plan Review.

Taupō District Plan Review

Planz has maintained a longstanding relationship with Taupō District Council, providing comprehensive planning support across various aspects of the District Plan.

Nelson Airport – Jenkins Creek Bridges

Planz Consultants are proud to have played a key role in securing the necessary planning approvals for the exciting new bridges across Jenkins Creek.

Selwyn 2031: District Development Strategy

Planz Consultants played a key role in the preparation of the Selwyn 2031: District Development Strategy, which was adopted by Selwyn District Council in August 2014.

Retail and Industrial District Plan Provisions

Planz has been engaged by several councils and private interests to develop and refine frameworks for retail and industrial land use provisions within district plans across Christchurch, Auckland, and Taupō

Waterloo Business Park Development

Planz played a key role in the transformation of the old Islington Freezing Works site into the modern Waterloo Business Park and distribution center.

Lyttelton Port Recovery Plan

Planz provided comprehensive RMA planning input for the development of the Lyttelton Port Recovery Plan, enabling the $500 million rebuilding of port infrastructure following the earthquakes.

Rural Residential Growth Management

Planz has provided crucial planning advice and peer review in the development of the Selwyn Rural Residential Strategy, guiding the future growth of rural residential areas within the district.

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