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The document is a submission form for a Resource Consent Application under the Resource Management Act 1991. It includes sections for submitter details, application details, and the submitter's stance on the application (support or oppose). The form also requests reasons for the submission, whether the submitter wishes to be heard, and if they would consider presenting a joint case with others. Additionally, it outlines procedural requirements regarding submission deadlines and serving copies to the applicant.

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Begin by filling out the Submitter’s Details section. Enter your full name, postal address, and contact numbers including phone, mobile, and fax. If there is a contact person different from you, provide their details as well.
In the Application Details section, input the name of the applicant and the site address/location. Select the type of application (Subdivision or Land Use) and briefly describe the proposed activity.
Move to the Submission section. Indicate whether you support or oppose the application by selecting the appropriate option. Clearly state which parts of the application you wish to comment on and provide your reasons for making this submission.
Decide if you wish to be heard in support of your submission and whether you would consider presenting a joint case with others who have made similar submissions.
Finally, complete the signature section by printing your name clearly, signing it, and adding the date.

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How do you amend a resource consent?

Resource consent conditions can be changed or cancelled (by the consent holder) by making an application under s127 of the Resource Management Act (RMA). This is another type of formal application, so does need to go through a formal process and there are Council fees associated with this.

What is the timeframe for notified resource consent?

What time frames apply? Notified and limited notified resource consents can involve two decision paths those that do not require a hearing and those that do require a hearing. The processing time for such applications varies between 60 and 130 working days. Submission Period: 20 working day submission period (s97).

What is Section 35 of the Resource Management Act?

Section 35 specifies the duty to gather information, monitor and keep records. In particular s35(2)(b) requires every local authority to monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of policies, rules or other methods in its policy statement or plan for its region or district.

What is section 37 of the Building Act?

This certificate is issued under section 37 of the Building Act 2004 which requires the Council to inform you that a resource consent is required under the Resource Management Act 1991 (i.e. planning permission). Its one of the key ways that the Building Act and Resource Management Act are linked together.

What is required for a resource consent?

A resource consent is written approval from us to carry out a project that has an impact on the environment, or could affect other people. A resource consent may come with conditions that help manage the effects of your project.

How long does it take to get resource consent?

Notified applications for resource consents take around four to six months to process, depending on the complexity, significance and the level of contention involved.

What is Section 37 of the RMA?

Section 37 allows council to extend a time period specified in the RMA. Section 37A sets out the matters that the local authority must consider when deciding on an extension.

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