Permits and compliance
What needs a permit, what only needs a plan, and the replies the regulator expects.
The paperwork that lets a site run: what needs a permit, what only needs a plan, and what the regulator will ask.
Waste
Permits and exemptions for moving and reusing soil on site
Water
Consents to discharge pumped groundwater during building
Construction
Dust, noise and vibration plans and the monitoring that goes with them
Regulator letters
A plain reply with the evidence they asked for
Questions about permits
Can I reuse soil from my own site?
Often yes, without a permit, if it is suitable and there is a plan for it agreed before the work. We write the plan and keep the records.
Do I need a consent to pump water out of an excavation?
If the water goes to a drain or stream it may need one. We check the volume and the quality and apply if needed.
How long does a permit take?
From a few weeks for an exemption to several months for a full permit, so start early (sample).
Send us the site address
We check the old maps and the planning record before we reply, so the quote fits the site. Most quotes go out within two working days (sample).