Applying for a Building Consent
Online consent applications
Customers can apply for a building consent through Objective Build, a service designed to create consistency, transparency and quality in building consent applications.
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Applying for a Building Consent Step by Step
Find out about the building consent process from start to finish.
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Building Consent Application Forms
A list of all application forms included in the building consent process.
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Building Fees and Charges
View the building fees and charges for the 2024/25 year.
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Checklists
These checklists will help ensure you have all the information you need to lodge a complete application.
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Construction of a Building on Land Subject to Natural Hazards
Important for situations where people want to build on land that is subject to a real or potential hazard.
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Cross-lease Properties
Many properties in Western Bay of Plenty have a cross-lease title. It's important to know what your rights and constraints are with this kind of title.
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Documentation Required
Find out more about the documentation your building consent requires.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have a read through our frequently asked questions in the building consent process.
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Processing Your Application
Read more about how your building consent application is processed and how long it might take.
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Safe Drinking Water
This information is for safe drinking water and is not connected to Council water reticulation.