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Would a kiwi like to explain the "resource consent" mentioned, and how many (if any) planning regulations remain? Does this mean that people can now build anything that meets building regs, or is there a different consent process remaining?

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No longer requiring a resource consent means that there is no need to consult with other parties who might be affected by your build (obvious one is NIMBY neighbours, but it targets problematic councils as well). They also cannot tie you up in the Environmetal Court with frivolous greivences to bleed you for time and money.

So yes, broadly you can build anything as long as it still meets building codes, zoning, fire, covenants etc.

hi. everything still has to go through the local councils' resource consent process but somethings used to have more hurdles than others i.e. needing neighbours sign-off for 3 stories, amount of lawn per house etc.

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