The consent process
Before you can receive your resource consent you need to go through an application process, just the same as with any other license or permit. Talk to us first before you make your application to avoid unnecessary delays and extra costs.
All regional and district councils must follow the same statutory process when considering and processing resource consent applications. This process requires you to provide specific information with your application before Waikato Regional Council can start work on it. Talk to us first to avoid unnecessary delays and extra costs caused by common problems often found in consent applications such as:
Consent process flow diagram
The flow diagram below shows the main stages and statutory time frames of the consent application process. You can find out more about each stage of the application process by clicking on its relevant diagram box or diamond.
