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You will need to check if any Unitary Plan controls apply to your property, such as whether you are in a "Special Character Area".
For example, if your property is in a special character area, your rainwater tank may need a resource consent if it is visible from the street or public right of way. (Email heritage@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz to find out more on this.)
Another example is that your proposed tank could be in a Stormwater Management Asset Flowpath (SMAF) area and may also need a resource consent. (Email HWDevelopment@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz to find out more on this.)
Check the left-hand column underneath your zone information. Here you can see if there are special conditions on your property. These will be listed under the headings of "Precincts", "Overlays" and "Controls".
If additional conditions apply, you will need to contact us or talk to a professional to find out if you need a consent.
For example, you may be intending to use your tank for the laundry, a shower or flushing the toilet.
If you don’t know the maximum volume of your proposed rainwater tank you can use the calculator below.
A supporting structure can include decking.
Height is measured as the maximum vertical distance between the top of the rainwater tank and the ground level, decking or floor.
Resource consent
You will need a resource consent.
According to the information you have provided, you will require a resource consent as your rainwater tank:
Resource consent details
As your project may be exempt from a resource consent, we recommend you call us on 09 301 0101 or e-mail onlineconsenting@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz.
You don't need a resource consent.
According to the information you have provided, your rainwater tank will not require a resource consent.
Building consent
You will need a building consent.
According to the information you have provided, you will require a building consent as your rainwater tank:
Building consent details
As your project may be exempt from a building consent, we recommend you call us on 09 301 0101 or e-mail onlineconsenting@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Please note
You don't need a building consent.
According to the information you have provided, your rainwater tank will not require a building consent under the following exemptions of Schedule 1 of the Building Act 2004:
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