Cyclone Gabrielle recovery support

A Mayoral relief fund has been established to assist those affected by Cyclone Gabrielle. Please click on the link below for information on how to contribute to the fund and how to apply for assistance. Other sources of assistance are also listed.

Cyclone Gabrielle relief funding

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Our services

The Council provides a range of infrastructure and regulatory services that make the Far North a great place to live and visit.

Building consents

Constructing, altering, demolishing or removing a building? You will probably need a building consent.

Civil Defence

Civil Defence is the coordinated response to an emergency event involving multiple agencies.

Dogs and cats

What does responsible dog ownership look like? Includes links to our dog management policy, registration forms and "Is this your dog?"

Far North Maps

Use this mapping tool to overlay different information on any parcel of land in the Far North.

Fees and charges (PDF)

Download or view our Fees and Charges 2022-23, which took effect 1 July 2022.

Infringements

Payment of infringements through the online payment portal.

Libraries

We operate six libraries and one mobile van in the Far North. It is free to join, giving you access to tens of thousands of books, magazines, DVDs and other materials.

Licences and permits

Learn more about licensing and permits.

Māori development

The following pages provide information on a range of matters relevant to all those interested in the context of Tangata Whenua in our district.

Noise control

Call 0800 347 787 to make a noise complaint. An operator will ask for details of your complaint and send out an officer.

Online Services

Council offers a ranges of services online which makes it easier to interact with us at a time convenient to you. Some of these services require you to sign up in order to see your private information, such as rates, progress of applications and licences, and your payment history.

Pay a council invoice

Use our step by step guide to all the options for paying an invoice that has been issued by council.

Property

Find out about LIMs, RAPID and urban numbering and property valuations. Search our online property database, and request a property file.

Property revaluations delayed

Far North property revaluations will be delayed due to various factors. Revaluations will now be sent to property owners in May 2023. This delay is outside of the council’s control and we ask for your patience. We will update you as soon as we can.

Rates

Search the rating information database, find out how to pay your rates, apply for refunds, transfers, rebates and remissions.

Resource consents

The Resource Management Act requires us to ensure that effects of land use and subdivisions on the environment are managed sustainably.

Rubbish and recycling

We have 16 transfer stations for collecting rubbish and recycling. There is also a user pays kerbside collection service.

Services list

A list of services provided by Council.

Transport

Keeping our communities connected. Learn about our transport assets, our network plans and how to report roading issues.

Wastewater and stormwater

Council manages our district's wastewater and stormwater.

Water

Information about Council water supplies, how to connect, buying water for tanks, water restrictions and water-saving tips.

Last updated 12 April 2022