Building in the high flood hazard management area
Information about the rules and consent process for building a house in the High Flood Hazard Management Area
Character areas
Residential neighbourhoods are distinctive from their surroundings and are considered to have a character worthy of retention.
Decks and fencing
Your rights and responsibilities if you are wanting to build a deck or fence on your property.
Home occupations
Information about specific planning requirements if you are wanting to work from home.
Minor residential units and family flats
Planning requirements for building a small residential unit on your residential zoned property.
Older person's housing units
Information about the planning requirements for older person's housing (OPH).
Providing visitor or holiday accommodation
Information about the planning rules for renting out a house for guest or holiday accommodation within Christchurch and Banks Peninsula.
Residential intensification
Increasing the availability of residential accommodation, without changing the overall character of residential areas.
Tiny houses
Information on building codes, zoning and consent issues for tiny houses.