In this section
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Planning Overview & Contacts
Explore how the Council's Planning Unit can help you work within the resource management legislation.
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Pre-application meeting
Arrange a pre-planning meeting with a member of the Planning Unit, they can look over your proposal and discuss the things you will need to consider when preparing your application.
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District Plan
Find out more about the current District Plan and view it online.
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Resource Consents
Discover more about resource consents, the resource consent process, time frames and fees.
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Designations
More about public works and the provision for designation for specific use (such a schools or electricity substations).
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Existing Use Right Certificates
Existing use rights exceptions to the District Plan.
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Certificates of Compliance
Requesting a Certificate of Compliance for Permitted Activities under the District Plan.
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Urban Design
Find out more about the Timaru District Council's support of the Urban Design Protocol
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Significant Natural Areas Fund
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Built Heritage Protection Fund
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Property Numbering
Urban and rural (RAPID) numbering details and contact information.
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Publications & Related Links for Planning
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Planning Forms
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Planning Fees
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Visitor accommodation
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Light Management Plan
The Planning Unit can provide advice on working within New Zealand's resource management legislation, include the Resource Management Act and the Timaru District Plan.