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New Plymouth District Plan Updates to Boost Housing, Growth, and Development

02 Oct 2026, 12:31 PM | 1 week ago | 89 views

Targeted amendments to New Plymouth’s District Plan will simplify building and development processes by removing unnecessary consenting requirements and planning barriers, thereby supporting economic growth and reducing costs. Following an investigation under the Resource Management Act 1991, which included public consultation and feedback, the government identified provisions negatively impacting development and decided to proceed with practical changes to various planning controls. These changes aim to improve planning system efficiency, maintain environmental safeguards, and foster investment and employment, with regulations currently being drafted for Cabinet approval.

Tags: Chris Bishop New Plymouth Resource Management Act RMA Reform New Plymouth District Council Mayor of New Plymouth RMA 1991 New Plymouth District Plan Government Cabinet