Auckland's Unitary Plan Statutory Process Now Live
The Local Government (Auckland Transitional Provisions) Amendment Act 2013 came into force recently, in time for the notification of the Auckland Unitary Plan. This Amendment Act adds Part 4 to the Local Government (Auckland Transitional Provisions) Act 2010 providing a process for the development of the first combined planning document for Auckland (the Unitary Plan). It is important to note that this process calls for strict adherence to timeframes and procedure. Non-compliance will often result in the loss or curtailment of rights of participation.