Major Changes in Store as Govt Reveals RMA Replacement

Major changes in store as govt reveals RMA replacement

The coalition's replacement of the Resource Management Act (RMA) will force councils to compensate landowners for significant restrictions that...

Government to reveal Resource Management Act replacement

The Prime Minister says the reforms are a "game changer" for New Zealand.

Govt says RMA reforms to save $13.3b with up to 46% of consent & permit applications becoming unnecessary

Replacing the Resource Management Act: Government introduces new planning system, with RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop saying new system will strengthen property rights and restore 'freedom' for New Zealanders

RMA out: fewer plans, fewer consents - Expert Reaction - Science Media Centre

Two Bills to replace the Resource Management Act are being introduced to Parliament today by the Government. The Planning Bill is to “enable development and regulate land use”, while the Natural Environment Bill would “protect nature and encourage the efficient use of land and resources,” says the RMA Reform Minister. Individuals will have fewer opportunities for input on individual consents, while councils will have a lower threshold for compen…

Another dead rat banquet for NZ First? Resource Management bills expected tomorrow – Greenpeace

Greenpeace is questioning whether NZ First has acquired a taste for the ACT Party’s dead rats, as the Government prepares to unveil its new Resource Management bills tomorrow. Greenpeace understands the RM replacement bills are expected to include a “Regulatory Takings” clause, whereby if councils introduce rules to limit environmental harm, foreign and domestic companies will likely be able to claim financial compensation. It’s a provision that…