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Before you apply

Things that you should review before you apply for a Resource Consent.

Planning zones and rules

Check which activities and land uses are permitted on your property depending on which planning zone your property is in.

Pre-application meeting

A pre-application meeting is an opportunity for you to discuss your proposed building project with Council staff

Project information memorandum

Issued by the Council before or with a building or resource consent, contains information known to the Council which is relevant to your proposal.

Existing use rights

Buildings that complied with the planning rules when they were first established but don't comply with the current rules may have existing use rights

Christchurch urban design panel

A group of leading built-environment professionals who provide free, independent design review for both the private and public sectors, to support the quality rebuild of Christchurch.