Resource Consents
Resource Consent - NES-Plantation Forestry Notification
NES_PF Notification of Forestry Activities
The National Environmental Standards for Plantation Forestry (NES-PF) came into effect on 1 May 2018. Under the NES-PF notification, it is required for some permitted activities to provide notification to Matamata-District Council within at least 20 and no more than 60 days of when the activity is planned. To understand the specific requirements of the NES-PF, please review the NES-PF here (https://www.mpi.govt.nz/forestry/national-environmental-standards-plantation-forestry/)
Regional Council Functions under NES-PF
Territorial authorities and regional councils have differing functions under the NES-PF. The key regional council functions are across eight planation forestry activities:
- Afforestation
- Pruning and thinning to waste
- Earthworks
- River crossings
- Forest quarrying
- Harvesting
- Mechanical land preparation
- Replanting
As part of notification for regional councils, the following risk assessment tools must be completed:
- Erosion Susceptibility Classification
- Fish Spawning Indicator
- Wilding Tree Risk Calculator
For more information on NES-PF notification at a regional level please visit (https://www.waikatoregion.govt.nz/environment/land-and-soil/nespf/)
Territorial Authorities Funtions under the NES-PF
The key functions for territorial authorities are across the following planation forestry activities:
- Afforestation
- Forestry quarrying
- Harvesting
- Replanting
- Ancillary activities - Indigenous and non-indigenous vegetation clearance
- General Provisions – Indigenous Bird Nesting
- General Provisions – Noise and Vibration and Dust
Roading
In addition to the notification requirements set out in the National Environmental Standards for Plantation Forestry, before any forestry activities can be considered Permitted by Matamata-Piako District Council, the applicant will need to demonstrate that the vehicle entrance to the site complies with Part B: Section 9.1.2(vi) of the Matamata-Piako District Plan (Access for Seasonal Rural Activities). In most cases this will require access to be provided from an entrance that generally meets the MPDC – DG307(c) entrance standard.
If you intend to construct a new entrance or upgrade an existing entrance you should discuss this with Councils Rural Consent Engineer before undertaking any work.
Councils Rural Consent Engineer This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. will undertake a site visit and assess the suitability of the entrance prior to giving approval to commence the proposed forestry activity.
Operators should note that an Overweight Permit from Matamata-Piako District Council is required to transport overweight harvesting equipment on our roads. Operators should contact Councils Roading Team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to apply for Overweight Permits and discuss any road or bridge restrictions that could potentially limit or restrict the harvesting operation. There may also be bridge restrictions for HPMV units leaving the site. Councils Roading Team can also assist with approved routes.
Notification
Please provide notification by completing this Notification Form and attaching the required information discussed in the form. Once completed please send the Notification Form and information to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
When the Notification Form and information has been reviewed you will receive an approval letter confirming that notification has been given and approved. If more information is required we may ask for further information. Notification is required under the NES-PF, as part of the permitted conditions for the activity. If the notification regulations are not complied with within at least 20 and no more than 60 working days then a resource consent may be required as a controlled activity. Under section 37 of the RMA, council may extend the timeframe while giving consideration to the interests of those affected by the extension and the interests of the community.
Planning Forms
Welcome to the Planning Forms section of our site - this area has been set up specially for surveyors and developers to access to the important forms that they need. The forms on this page are electronically enabled pdfs, meaning you can type into them, save and print.
We will be adding more forms to this site over the coming months, but feel free to contact us and let us know if there is something that you would like us to make available to you here.
Forms
Resource Consent Application Forms are available on the forms page.
We recommend that you discuss your proposal with Council staff before you fill in this form. It’s important that you answer all questions fully otherwise your application may not be accepted
Written approval of affected person (pdf, 319kb)
The first half of this form ('To be completed by the applicant') is an electronically enabled pdf - you can type into this, then save and print it to give to affected person(s).
Notified Resource Consents
Limited Notified Applications
Landuse Consent - 137A-C Roache Road, Morrinsville
Publicly Notified Applications
None at this time
Previous Notifications
Landuse Consent - 121 Firth Street, Matamata
2370 Maungatautari Road
Landuse Consent - 2370 Maungatautari Road, RD 2, Cambridge
EnviroPlanning Limited on behalf of their client Joanne Leigh have applied for a landuse consent to contruct a dwelling that would be located within the Kaitiaki Zone.
Submission Period
13 September 2024 - 11 October 2024
Application documents
Assessment of Environmental Effects
Appendix B - Site Plans and Drawings
Appendix C - Landscape and Visual Assessment
Mana Whenua Statement and Engagement Report
Response from Agent Regarding Accessory Building
Mercury Energy - Affected Party Letter
Resource Consents
Applying for resource consents
Before applying for a resource consent from MPDC, you should phone us on 07 884 0060 and speak to the Duty Planner. They will answer any questions you have and supply you with the application forms.
Please note: when contacting the Duty Planner please make sure you have the legal description (or at least the correct physical address) of the property. Without the relevant property details, it is difficult for us to verify any information before answering your questions.
Application forms
Note: Applications with missing or inadequate information will be declined. We strongly recommend meeting with our Duty Planner to discuss your application before submitting it to help make the resource consent process as smooth as possible.
Click the form below to download an application form
For information on how to pay and the charges click the below form
More information about applying for resource consents is available on the Ministry for the Environment's website.
About resource consents
Any proposed development, building project or other land use is assessed against the Matamata-Piako District Plan. Resource Consents can be broken down into two main categories; subdivision consents and landuse consents (both are explained in more detail below).
If the proposal is not provided for as a permitted activity or does not meet the criteria specified in the District Plan you will need to apply for a Resource Consent. Common examples of why you may require a resource consent include subdivision, building extra dwellings, moving a second hand building onto a property, or wanting to build close to a boundary.
Council's goal is to:
To promote the social and economic well-being of the community, while providing for the sustainable management of natural and physical resources, by undertaking statutory regulatory functions.
You can help us do this, by:
- Contacting us if you become aware of any activity in the district that has a negative effect on the environment, so we can investigate and take action if necessary;
- If a resource consent application affects you, becoming involved as an interested party, and giving us your views on how the application may affect you.
If you can help with either of these things, contact the Duty Planner at Council on 07 884 0060.
If your proposal involves an activity within, or near to a stream or river, the taking of water, or a discharge to air, land or water, you may need consent from Environment Waikato. For further information either contact Environment Waikato directly on 0800 400 401, or contact Council’s Duty Planner.
National Environmental Standard-Plantation Forestry (NES-PF) - Notification of Forestry Activites
To find our more or fill in a notification form click here.
Natural, Cultural and Built Heritage Grant
We have set aside funds to assist non-profit community organisations to fund the costs of resource consent applications. Check out the Natural, Cultural and Built Heritage Grant page for more details.
New Road Naming Policy
Please be advised that Council now have a new Road Naming Policy.
