We’ve received a significantly higher number of applications over the past few weeks, in the lead-up to the commencement of the new Development Contributions Policy(external link). This means there are likely to be delays in allocating applications to planners and issuing consents over the coming weeks.
As of 20 October 2025, it's taking up to nine working days for applications to be allocated to a planner for processing.
To help minimise delays, please ensure your application is complete and includes all the necessary plans and supporting information. If you’re unsure about what you need to provide, email DutyPlanner@ccc.govt.nz. The planner will contact you once your application is allocated.
Thank you for your patience while we work through this.
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A resource consent is an approval under the Resource Management Act that's needed when a building or activity doesn't meet the rules in the Christchurch District Plan.
It is separate to a building consent, which confirms that building work complies with the Building Act and the building code. You may need one or both types of consent for your proposal.