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NPDC online resource consents strengthen digital connection with residents

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PUBLISHED: 17 SEPT 2025
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If you’re thinking of subdividing your property, you can now apply for the resource consent from the comfort of your living room.​

Our resource consent applications are now online, meaning you can track their progress through the application process.​

NPDC Manager Customer and Communications Ben Kohlis says online applications and tracking help residents through the process without having to wait in line at our service centres or on the phone.​

“It’s all about creating efficiency and giving our customers flexibility around their increasingly busy lives,” said Mr Kohlis.​

“People can still talk to our front counter team or planners, but online applications and tracking allow them to find where they’re at from the comfort of their living room in their own time.”  ​

Online resource consent applications are the digital move by NPDC to make life easier for residents, following:​

  • Live Chat so you can quickly ask us anything through our website.​
  • Self-service kiosks so you can skip the queues when paying at our service centres.​
  • Pay-by-number-plate street parking in the city centre, so you can drive around without having to pay at every parking space.​
  • Antenno, our app for customised information at your fingertips.​

Find out more on npdc.govt.nz/resourceconsents​

Fast Facts​

  • Resource consents are usually required for work that can have an impact on the environment or neighbouring properties.​
  • From 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025, NPDC received 523 resource consents and issued 544 consents (including consents applied for before 30 June 2024).​
  • The rules about when a resource consent is needed are set out in the New Plymouth District Plan or the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA).​
  • Applications can take up to 20 working days to process, if they do not need to be notified, all necessary information is included with the application, and payments are made on time.​
  • Fees and charges for resource consents vary and can be found here: Forms and fees

 

Caption: You can now apply and track your resource application online.

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