Where the Funds Will Go (for transparency)
14 February 2026To continue operating, we are required to obtain Resource Consent. The estimated total cost is approximately $20,000, which covers the professional and council fees involved in the process.
Planning Consultant – $6,000–$8,000
A qualified planner prepares and manages the entire application, liaises with council, responds to requests for further information, and guides us through the process.
Council Application & Processing Fees – $3,000–$5,000
These are the official lodgement and hourly processing fees charged by council while assessing the application.
Specialist Reports – $4,000–$6,000
Depending on council requirements, this may include traffic/parking assessments, noise reports, drainage or engineering input.
Surveying & Site Plans – $1,500–$2,500
Updated site plans, boundary verification, and compliance documentation as required.
Contingency & Additional Requests – $2,000–$3,000
Councils can request further information during processing, which often requires additional professional time and amendments.
This isn’t a cosmetic upgrade or expansion — it’s a regulatory requirement for us to continue operating. Every dollar raised goes directly toward meeting these compliance costs so we can keep serving our community.