Open consultations

Proposed Plan Change 14 Residential Subdivision, Land Development Manual and Comprehensive Housing

Comments on the draft plan change welcome until Wednesday 31 March 2010

This plan change seeks to update and incorporate better urban design approaches into the Nelson Resource Management Plan, the NCC Engineering Standards (to be called the NCC Land Development Manual) and into Council administration and policy processes. Read more about Plan Change 14

Proposed Plan Change 15 Heritage

Further submissions open until 26 March

Council policy staff have created a 'summary of decisions requested' document and invited further submissions. Find out more about Proposed plan change 15 Heritage.

Proposed Plan Change 13 - Marsden Valley Rezoning

Hearing expected in June 2010

The further submission period closed on 12 February with further submission being received from five parties.  Council will now prepare the hearings reports with recommendations on the submission points.    Find out more about Proposed plan change 13 Marsden Valley rezoning.

Submission information

How to make a submission on a consultation

While most Council consultations will have a specific form to use when making a submission, in most instances you may instead use a generic form as well. Download the generic form with instructions(PDF @ 73KB) or use blank paper. Be sure to include:

  • the name of the topic (usually a policy or bylaw)
  • whether you wish to speak on your submission at a hearing (available in most consultations)
  • whether, if others make a similar submission, you would be willing to present a joint case at a hearing
  • whether you are supporting or opposing the topic (either wholly or in part)
  • the nature of your submission
  • your reasons
  • what relief you are seeking
  • and contact details.

Further information and forms are available from Council offices at Civic House.

Our commitment to the community

Nelson City Council is committed to working in partnership with the community to ensure that Council's priorities reflect those of the community. Therefore, Council's affairs are conducted in an open, informed and democratic manner and relevant information is readily available so that everyone can make an informed contribution to the decision-making process.