Subdivisions
12 Lot Residential Subdivision
This project involved obtaining subdivision consent for a 12-lot subdivision accessed via a private right of way. A legal road could not be established due to existing site constraints, including neighbouring properties, so approvals were coordinated with the waste collection provider and mail carrier to allow the access to effectively function as a road.
The site also presented technical challenges due to known high groundwater levels and associated flood risk. Groundwater testing was therefore undertaken early in the process to ensure any potential issues could be identified and addressed prior to the engineering design stage.
The subdivision required approval from Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) due to survey and title considerations associated with the development. Coordination with the surveyor and LINZ was a key component of the project to ensure the subdivision could be successfully completed and new titles issued.
Territorial Authority
Southland District Council
Completion Year
2025
Three Lot Rural Subdivision
This project involved obtaining consent for a three-lot subdivision of highly productive land, enabling a dwelling to be established on each parcel. The design and planning assessment carefully addressed constraints including a transmission line, site contours, and nearby waterbodies.
Territorial Authority
Clutha District Council
Completion Year
2025
Two Lot Commercial Subdivision
This project involved obtaining subdivision consent for a two-lot commercial subdivision around the New World in Rolleston. Key considerations included investigating potential land contamination and whether any mitigation measures were required, as well as confirming appropriate servicing connections, given the presence of two different Council mains that could be connected to.
Territorial Authority
Selwyn District Council
Completion Year
2025
Two Lot Residential Subdivision
This project involved obtaining subdivision consent for a two-lot subdivision around an existing dwelling, creating one vacant allotment. Careful consideration was given to the size and layout of the vacant lot to ensure a future dwelling could be established as a permitted activity without creating additional planning non-compliances.
Territorial Authority
Ashburton District Council
Completion Year
2025
Four Lot Residential Subdivision
This project involved obtaining consent for a four-lot residential subdivision. The design required careful navigation of several constraints, including mature trees within the road reserve that influenced vehicle access arrangements. Servicing considerations were also a key focus, particularly stormwater management, due to the absence of kerb and channel infrastructure and high groundwater levels within the surrounding residential area.
Territorial Authority
Southland District Council
Completion Year
2025
Two Lot Residential Subdivision
This project involved a two-lot subdivision creating a vacant corner allotment. Key considerations included establishing a new vehicle crossing in close proximity to the intersection and relocating a power pole owned by Invercargill City Council from the site to the road reserve.
Territorial Authority
Invercargill City Council
Completion Year
2025
Two Lot Residential Subdivision
This project involved obtaining subdivision consent to create two fee simple allotments around existing buildings, allowing the site to be subdivided while maintaining the established built form and ensuring compliance with the relevant District Plan provisions.
Territorial Authority
Christchurch City Council
Completion Year
2024