30 September 2021
Media: NewsHub
Topic: Timeframes for processing building consents
Enquiry
There is a delay in issuing building consents by Christchurch City Council due to a 40% increase in the last 6 months.
I'm seeking answers to the below questions from the 67 councils around New Zealand.
1. How long does it take from a building consent being lodged to being approved at your council? (relates to the reaching the 20 day statutory timeframe for processing building consents)
2. What increase have you seen in building consents being sought in the last 6 months? (relate to the same period compared to last year and other years if easily accessible)
3. How many building consents has your council processed in the last 6 months?
Response
Reporter was provided with a link to a recent response to media enquiry regarding consenting timeframes (see here) and indicated this answered her questions and she did not need any further information.