How close to the boundary can I build Wellington?
You cannot build a house (or other structure) closer than 2 metres to a boundary that you share with a neighbour. Height (building) recession plane: Recession planes are lines that proceed at an angle from the horizontal, measured from any point 2.5 metres vertically above ground level along site boundaries.
Can I subdivide my property Wellington?
You need a resource consent to subdivide a property. Getting a resource consent can be a specialised process and we recommend using a surveyor or planner to help you.
How do you find out if your section is Subdividable?
To check if you can subdivide your property, start by finding out the zone for your property. We can give you some general information about subdivision if your property is zoned: Subdividing in a single house zone. Subdividing in a mixed housing urban zone.
Can I build a second house on my property NZ?
Yes you can. Plus, did you know that you don’t need to subdivide right away? As long as you can confidently meet the resource and consenting requirements you can build a larger home on the same title.
How far from boundary can you build?
In most areas, fences can be installed between 2-8 inches from the boundary line. However, some areas may allow you to build right up to the property line.
Do I need Neighbours consent to subdivide?
Do I need neighbours approval. As long as we can comply with planning requirements, there is generally no need for neighbours approval.
How much does it cost to subdivide a property?
between $120,000 – $150,000
Subdividing a property in Auckland generally cost between $120,000 – $150,000. There is no flat rate for a subdivision project in Auckland. Every property and development will have different requirements, so the overall subdivision cost will depend on the unique tasks taken.
How much land do you need to subdivide NZ?
Each proposed vacant lot is required to be a minimum of 600sq metres and anticipated just one house per section. So generally speaking, you’ll need to have an existing lot of at least 1200sq metres or larger to subdivide into two.
How do I find my property zoning NZ?
How to find what zone rules apply to your property. You can: find out what rules apply to your property by viewing the Auckland Unitary Plan Operative in part. call us on 09 301 0101 and ask to speak to a planner to talk through how the rules affect your property.
Can I build a granny flat on my property NZ?
In a nutshell, if the floor area of your accessory building is under 10 square metres, with no kitchen or bathroom, it probably won’t need permits. But if you include a bathroom or toilet in your accessory building, you will need a building consent.
How many houses can I build on my property NZ?
three dwellings
What planning changes are being made? From August 2022, New Zealand residents can officially build up to three dwellings on a single section, of up to three storeys high – without the requirements of resource consent.
Where can I find information about Wellington City properties?
Find information about Wellington City properties including LIMs, property search and what to do about graffiti. You can search the Council’s rates database to find property and rates information, including valuations. We have current and historical information on land and property that’s useful when you’re buying or selling.
Where can I find property ownership and boundaries in New Zealand?
Property, ownership and boundary data Access property ownership and boundaries data through the LINZ Data Service. LINZ is the authoritative source of land title and cadastral survey records for New Zealand. These records contain information about property ownership and boundaries, and are essential to maintain property rights across the country.
Where can I find the rates record in Wellington?
The rates record includes other information on the state of the rates account. Wellington City Council maintains the RID and rates record for the Wellington City area for both itself and Greater Wellington Regional Council. You can also get building permit and consent records for a property using our building consent search service.
Does the NZ property title dataset contain ownership information?
This dataset does not contain any ownership information so that it can be freely distributed. If ownership information is required, you need to first agree to the LINZ Licence for Personal Data to be able to access the NZ Property Title Including Owners and NZ Property Title Owners datasets.