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Find out how Council services and facilities have been affected by the Covid-19 level 4 lockdown.

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District Plan

The Operative Far North District Plan 2009 is a planning document that manages land use and subdivision in the district. This document determines whether a resource consent is required for your development.

Operative plan

The District Plan sets the rules for how the district’s land can be used, developed and subdivided.

Operative maps

Zone and resource maps for the Far North District relating to the different chapters in the Operative Plan.

Plan Changes

Information on current plan changes and the plan change process.

Let's Plan Together

The District Plan review is a one-in-ten-year opportunity to influence how we manage land use and subdivision in the District. Visit our website.

Reference Library

Reports, strategies and maps that provide historical context to the existing District Plan.

Conservation covenants

Information on when and how to apply for a conservation covenant

Protecting historic heritage

Our district is richly endowed with a wealth of assets, many of which are nationally important. Find our design guidelines and other information for protecting these resources.

Monitoring strategy

Information on the role and purpose of a monitoring strategy to improve planning processes and planning outcomes.

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Far North District Council
5 Memorial Ave (Head Office)
Kaikohe 0405

Mail to: Private Bag 752, Kaikohe 0440

E ask.us@fndc.govt.nz
P 0800 920 029 (free within NZ)
F +64 9 401 5200

Private leak repairs for Kaikohe

We have ended our offer to help fund private leak repairs for Kaikohe residents.

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Northland Regional Council (NRC) manages public transport in the Northland region. For up to date information on the Hokianga link bus service, Far North link bus service, and Mid North link bus service, please go to the Buslink website.

Buslink website

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Noise control is not considered an essential service under the current COVID-19 level 4 lockdown. Noise Control Officers will be unable to attend call outs. Please call the police on 111 in instances of excessive noise.

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Delivery of Land Information Memorandum (LIM) reports may be delayed due to technical challenges presented by the COVID-19 level 4 lockdown. Find out more below, and how to pay for your LIM online.

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We are unable to offer funeral services, graveside services, ash berm services, or plot reservations until we receive further notice from the Ministry of Health. We will update this information soon. Click below for more information.

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To find out how official and personal information requests may be affected, click the link below.

Official and personal information requests

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Service Desk Announcement

You can check our current system status by phoning 09 409 5691 or visiting our page on TK3 at https://fndc.sharepoint.com (updated daily and as required).

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COVID-19 novel coronavirus update:

Public toilets are currently open for use but will be closed if COVID-19 continues to spread by way of community transition. We urge people to only use public toilets if there is no other suitable option available.

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All Council playgrounds are closed until further notice.

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All Council community centres are closed until further notice.

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Due to the Covid-19 level 4 restrictions, our rubbish and recycling services have changed. Please click the 'rubbish and recycling' link below to find out more:

Rubbish and recycling

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The Hokianga Ferry will run as normal until further notice. Please remain inside your vehicle, and walk-on passengers must maintain social distancing of 2 metres. Ferry cabin and toilet closed. For information on Opua-Okiato and Paihia-Russell ferries go to the Fullers website.

Fullers website

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To find out how resource consent services may be affected click the link below.

Resource consents

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To find out how animal management services may be affected click the link below.

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To find out how building consent services may be affected click the link below.

Building consents

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Due to Covid-19 all Council Service Centres are closed until further notice. Phone 0800 920 029 with enquiries.

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Due to Covid-19 all i-SITE locations are closed until further notice.

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All libraries will be closed during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown and free WiFi services will not be available. Please check out our online resources, and email elibrary@fndc.govt.nz for assistance with online resources.

Online Library resources

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All Council swimming pools are closed until further notice.

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