Building consents

Wastewater network capacity

We are carefully managing the capacity of our wastewater network in Ruakākā and parts of Whangārei Heads. Before applying for a Resource Consent or Building Consent, please contact us to find out whether your project may be impacted.

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Building consents overview

Find out about building consents and how they ensure that any building work is safe and durable.

Building consent calculator

Get an estimate of the consent costs for your building project.

Building consents online

Find out how to register and use the Objective Build building consents online portal.

Apply for a building consent

Find out how to apply for a building consent and other information.

Processing a building consent

Find out the five stages involved in receiving and processing applications for building consents.

Building inspection requirements

Find out how to book a building inspection and what you need for it.

Producer statements

Learn what Producer Statements are, why they’re important for building consents, and how to submit your producer statement forms online or in person.

Apply for an amendment to an issued building consent

Find out about making any minor variation or major amendment to your building consent and how to apply.

Apply for a Code Compliance Certificate

A Code Compliance Certificate is provided when Council is satisfied that building work complies with the building consent.

Apply for a Certificate of Acceptance

Apply for a Certificate of Acceptance, which provides a limited assurance for a building owner, that building work complies with the building code.

Apply for a building consent exemption

Find out about building consent exemptions, including a granny flat exemption, and how to apply.

Apply for a PIM

Apply for a Project Information Memorandum (PIM) which provides key information when applying for a building consent.

Detailed building guidance notes

These guidance notes are designed to give you more information and insight on the stated topic.

Apply for a Certificate for Public Use

A Certificate for Public Use allows premises affected by building work to be used by the public. Find out how to apply.

Specified systems and compliance schedules

Find out what specified systems and compliance schedules are and how to send your specified systems detail sheets to us.

Central Library 10-dock Locky Dock station out of order

The Central Library 10-dock station is currently out of order. Please use the other 5-dock station at the library or the Lovers Lane dock station.

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Resource management changes

New resource management laws are now in place, but the transition to the new system will happen over several years. As the new system is introduced, some information, processes and requirements on this page may change.

Find out more about Resource Management Reform

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Super weekend traffic changes

A major construction programme will take place from 7:00pm on Thursday 15 October to 5:00am on Tuesday 20 October 2026 (including night works) to carry out service work and island construction that will help keep the Springs Flat Roundabout project moving forward. Northbound traffic will be detoured via Springs Flat Road and Great North Road before rejoining State Highway 1.

See details

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New bylaws may affect new approvals

From Friday 25 September 2026, three new bylaws are now in force: Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw; Public Trading, Events and Commercial Filming Bylaw; and Signs Bylaw. Existing permits and exemptions remain valid, but some new approvals may be affected.
We’re updating our website to reflect the new rules. If you have any questions, email: BylawEnforcement@wdc.govt.nz.

Public notice and bylaw links

Announcement

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Notice of temporary dog access rule

Under clause 10.1 of Whangarei District Council’s Dog Control Bylaw 2024, the area of Okara – former Old Boys rugby grounds playing fields is temporarily closed to the public, including for dog access, until further notice due to multiple safety hazards identified on site.

Read public notice

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Hātea walkway swing bridge temporarily closed

The Hātea walkway swing bridge on the walking trail from A H Reed Memorial Kauri Park to Whangārei Falls is closed following a failed safety inspection. We are working with specialist engineers and contractors to replace the bridge structure to ensure necessary stabilisation and safety improvements.

See the project page for details

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Broadleaf weed treatment

Broadleaf weed control treatments will be taking place at selected parks, reserves and playgrounds throughout September and October 2026. See which areas are being treated and read the guidance for visiting a treated area.

Read public notice

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Te Matau a Pohe bridge marine and vehicle traffic closure

Te Matau a Pohe will be closed to marine and vehicle traffic from 6:00am to 6:00pm on Thursday 22 October 2026.
Vehicles carrying out works on Dave Culham Drive will be parked on the bridge during this time.
Pedestrians can use the bridge but there may be short delays.
Skippers should carry out trips before or after the closure period, and contact Bridge Control for updates prior to setting off.

Find out more about the Dave Culham Drive road closure

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