Information about the rules and consent process for building a house in the High Flood Hazard Management Area
Your rights and responsibilities if you are wanting to build a deck or fence on your property.
Information about specific planning requirements if you are wanting to work from home.
Information about specific planning requirements if you are wanting to build an additional small residential unit on your residential zoned property.
Information about the planning requirements for older person's housing (OPH).
Information about the planning rules for renting out a house for guest or holiday accommodation within Christchurch and Banks Peninsula.
The rules promote infill housing and intensification as a way of quickly increasing the availability of residential accommodation, without changing the overall character of residential areas.
Information on building codes, zoning and consent issues for tiny houses.