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. 

Renewable Energy

Planz plays a strategic role in helping New Zealand transition to a low-carbon future by assisting clients with renewable energy projects for solar, hydro and wind power.

Wakatu Quay Development

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

Churches and Spiritual Facilities

The Planz team assists a wide range of churches and religious organisations in developing spiritual facilities to meet community needs.

Preschools

Planz has extensive experience in obtaining resource consents for preschool developments in residential areas across Auckland, Christchurch, and the Selwyn Districts.

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

Tūranga Christchurch Library

Planz provided comprehensive planning input to secure the necessary resource consents for constructing the eight-storey central library adjacent to Cathedral Square.

Architecturally designed homes

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

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

Oxford Terrace – Research and Teaching Facility

Planz secured resource consent for the University of Otago’s new $178 million Christchurch building, slated to open in 2025.

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