Nelson City Council

Heritage property ownership

Learn about heritage properties and financial assistance available, and download heritage design guides.

• Heritage identification and protection
• Financial assistance for heritage properties
• Heritage trees of Nelson
• Design guides for heritage properties

Eco Building Design Adviser

Offers free information and help on sustainable building practices.

Solar water heating

An innovative scheme to help you install a solar hot water system now and pay back the cost as part of rates.

Urban Design

Read more about regional urban design and the Urban Design Panel.

• Urban Design Panel members

Provision of Property Information fees and charges

Overhanging vegetation

Overhanging vegetation can obstruct footpaths and roads.

Residential Berm Planting

Shrubs and trees within the berm is not allowed.

Streets, lights and footpaths

Find out general information on Nelson's streets, lights and footpaths.