Paper building consent applications

The following contains guidelines and tips on applying for a paper version of a building consent:

Applications must include all of the relevant documentation called for in the application checklist, including the checklist itself, and a fully completed application form.Applications must be fully complete otherwise they are likely to be returned unprocessed
Make sure the Design Licenced Building Practitioner memorandum is included for all restricted building work
Do not lodge on memory sticks
Do not lodge by email
Paper applications can be provided but will be delayed for scanning and will incur scanning fees
Only one copy of the documents is required for paper applications
Applications should be completely on paper
Ensure plans are the right way up for reading
Fully complete the application form
Fully complete the application checklist
A3 size original sheets for drawing are preferred but large projects will need larger sheets
Use colour on documents carefully. Colours used must be able to be scanned and printed
Where colour coding is used for highlighting details or other items (such as truss layouts) please provide those in colour
With the exception of marquee applications and COA deposits, please do not make payment when submitting a building consent application. The table of building consent fees gives an indication of flat fees before other charges such as the BRANZ and Building levies are added. We will invoice you for the full cost of your building consent once the consent has been issued.

Once you have gathered all the necessary information either post the application in, or deliver it in person to our office.

Our postal address is:
Marlborough District Council
PO Box 443
Blenheim 7240

Our Blenheim physical address is:
Marlborough District Council
15 Seymour Street
Blenheim

Our Picton physical address is:
Picton Service Centre and Library
2 Dublin Street
Picton

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