Property & housing

• Property search

  Use our simple search to find the RV and other rates information for any property in Palmerston North.

• Property information requests

  Doing your homework on a property? We hold a range of information that can help.

• Certificate of compliance

  Certificate of compliance application form and fees.

• Eco Design Advisor

  Book a free consultation with our Eco Design Advisor.

• Subdivisions

  All about subdividing land in Palmerston North.

• Dependent dwelling units and minor dwellings

  Here’s what you need to know before you build a sleepout or granny flat on your property.

• Deemed permitted boundary activities

  If your building activity or project is close to a boundary, and you have the neighbouring owners' written approval, you may apply for a deemed permitted boundary activity notice.

• Development contributions

  Development contributions help to fund new infrastructure like water, wastewater, roads, stormwater, parks and reserves.

• Relocating a house

  Consents you’ll need before moving a house in Palmerston North.

• Earthquake-prone buildings

  Find out how earthquake-prone buildings are identified in Palmerston North, and what funding and support is available for building owners.

• Palmerston North and liquefaction

  Liquefaction information for the general public.

• Stormwater management for new development

  Guidance for developers and designers to help mitigate stormwater runoff and prevent increased flooding risks.