We're required to review our Development Contributions Policy at least every three years.
The Council charges development contributions to recover the cost of providing new or upgraded infrastructure to service growth. Charging development contributions ensures developers pay a fair share of those costs.
New residential and commercial developments make demands on the City's resources and services such as the transport network, water supply and parks.
How development contributions are calculated and charged, and what assets the Council has or will provide.
The amount you have to pay depends on the property's location, and how many household equivalent units (HUEs) of demand your development project may add.
The Council has three development contributions rebate schemes to promote development that benefits the wider community.
You can get an estimate of your development contributions from us or use our Development Contributions estimator.
Process for the reconsideration of a development contribution assessment.
Owners of energy-efficient buildings in Christchurch can now have that noted as a badge of honour on their property files.
27 Jun 2025
The Government has issued its final decisions on a number of matters referred to it as part of the planning process for greater housing density in Christchurch.
6 Jun 2025
The Minister Responsible for RMA Reform, Chris Bishop, has told Christchurch City Council it has until the end of this year to make final decisions about applying greater housing density rules across much of the city.
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Request, report and pay for Council services.
Apply for building and resource consents.
Manage your library borrowing.
Receive your rates invoice by email.
Take full control of your Rec and Sport membership.
List your events on What’s On Christchurch
