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Understanding resource consents

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Home / Welcome to Consents / Understanding resource consents

1. Do I need a resource consent?

Find out which activities may need a resource consent.

2. Do I need application advice from Environment Canterbury?

Find out about how to get application advice from Environment Canterbury.

3. Do I need to consult with anyone on my application?

We're happy to provide guidance on who you might need to approach and give you appropriate contacts

4. How much will my consent cost?

Learn about the resource consent application costs.

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    • 1. Do I need a resource consent?
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Our initial advice

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Te Mana o te Wai and resource consents

Here is our initial advice on the Government’s Essential Freshwater package, the concept of Te Mana o te Wai and their application to resource consents in Canterbury.

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