Council consent (ResCode Matters)
Council consent (ResCode Matters)

Council consent (ResCode Matters)

Council consent (ResCode Matters)

Apply for Council consent for ResCode Matters to ensure your building project complies with safety and planning standards.
Last updated on: 05 September 2025
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Before you start

Applying for Council consent for ResCode Matters (Part 5 Siting and access requirements, Building Regulations 2018) is necessary when a building project does not meet specific siting regulations.
This may include issues like:
  • building heights
  • setbacks
  • fence heights
  • site coverage
  • solar access
  • overshadowing.


Apply now

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You will need to register and create a new account.

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