If you want to subdivide your land, you need to apply for a subdivision consent.

The rules for subdivision are complicated and there is no standard answer as to whether it will be possible for you to subdivide your land. These rules are contained within the Operative Matamata-Piako District Plan (Plan).

In most cases (but not always) it may be possible to subdivide:

• A rural lot of 8 ha (20 acres) from a farm, as long as the balance after subdivision is also still at least 8 ha (20 acres);
• A residentially zoned section in town, as long as the site is big enough to allow 500 m2 exclusive use of land per dwelling.

Please note that this information is generalised, so should not be relied on as fact – every subdivision is different.

How to Apply

If you are considering subdividing your land, we recommend that you consult with the Duty Planner, as a first step. They will be able to give you general advice about the requirements of the Plan and answer any questions you may have.

When you wish to proceed with the application, the next step is to consult with a surveyor or other suitably qualified person. A surveyor will also usually be able to give you an indication of the costs of the subdivision.

Charges

Actual costs will vary, although a minimum deposit of $1000 is required before the application can be accepted (or $1500 if the application needs to be notified). Boundary adjustments (as defined in the District Plan) also require a deposit of $1000.