Our Services
New dwellings and renovations/extensions
Resource consent is often required to construct a new home or to undertake renovations and extensions. The best time to look at any restrictions on your lot/property is prior to engaging to get plans drawn. We can help you right through the process to ensure that you either do not require resource consent or to help you through the process of getting one.
Aviation – hangars and landings
We have good knowledge on landing requirements for both helicopter and fixed wing. You might be surprised what is considered an airport/heliport. The construction or alteration of hangars can also be a difficult however we have the knowledge and experience to know how to navigate the whole process.
Air BNB and visitor accommodation
New rules have recently been introduced by QLDC with regards to visitor accommodation, with resource consent now being required for any guest stays that are for less than 90 nights. It is important to understand what this means for you if you have an existing visitor accommodation operating without a resource consent. If you are looking at starting up an Air BNB or visitor accommodation, then we can help.
Events
If you are looking at holding an event in the region, then you may require an event resource consent. We can help ensure that you either comply with the District?Regional Plan or can apply for a resource consent on your behalf.
Signage
The signage requirements especially in the Queenstown Lakes District can be very restrictive. Sign permits and resource consents can be gained for signage on your building or a free standing sign on your property.
Variation to resource consent
Sometimes situations change and you may need to apply for a variation to a resource consent. Maybe it’s a change of paint colour or the addition of a window or maybe it’s a change in operating hours. Whatever it is we can help you apply for a variation to your resource consent.
Moorings and water based activities
Did you know that moorings and water based activities usually require a multitude of approvals from a number of stakeholders? We have the experience, knowledge and relationships to get these underway and a consent application lodged with Council.
Subdivision and boundary adjustments
We work with surveyors and engineers to help make the subdivision process a smooth one. You might be surprised what you could achieve on your site.
Feasibility studies
Do you have big plans for your site? Are you unsure of what you can and cannot do? We can help you to make the most of your property by advising what can or cannot be done in relation to planning requirements and indicating the likelihood of a resource consent being granted, if required.
Due diligence
Are you are looking at buyer a new property? Are you aware of what you can and cannot do on the site? We can help you to understand any restrictions on the site and also help you to understand what you might be able to achieve.
Writing submissions
Are you concerned with an application for resource consent or maybe you support an application? We can help you write a submission that is focused on the relevant issues taking into account the requirements of the RMA and District/Regional plans. We can also represent/support you to ‘be heard’ at a Council hearing in support of your submission. This can often be a daunting process if you haven’t done this before.
Earthworks
Whether an earthworks consent is required or not is dependent on the volume, area and location of the works. Mounding especially near a boundary can often mean a resource consent is required. If you are unsure or think that you may need a consent, then we are here to help you through the process.
Applying for Department of Conservation concessions
If you are looking at doing anything of a commercial nature on DOC land or are wanting to undertake any of the following on DOC land, then you will likely require a concession from DOC:
Access and easements
Aerial trophy hunting
Aircraft landings
Bee keeping
Filming and drone use
Grazing
Guided activities
WARO (Wild Animal Recovery Operations)
Structures
Sporting events
Watercraft activities