Before you start | Southland District Council

Where to start

Where do you start if you want to renovate or build?

Take advantage of a 30 min free consultation on your proposed project.

What is it, do you need one and what's exempt?

How long does it take to process and what can affect the timeliness?

What is a PIM and do you need one?

A summary of some building work that will require a building consent.

Requirements under the Resource Management Act 1991 that may affect whether you can build.

Advice on natural hazards as some may prevent you from building or the type of…

Estimate how much your build could cost you and what some of the charges passed…