Holiday alert: Please note that kerbside collections between 25-27 December and 1-3 January will be pushed out a day (even recyclers need a holiday). For more on Rubbish & Recycling in our district, see our dedicated webpage.

Council offices will close at midday Wednesday 24 December 2025 and reopen 8.00am Monday 5 January 2026. For urgent issues, call us on 03 441 0499 (Queenstown) or 03 443 0024 (Wānaka). For non-urgent issues, please us the Snap Send Solve App. We hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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Find out where to go for advice and information on resource consents in Queenstown Lakes District.


Talk to us

If you're unsure if you need a resource consent for your proposed activity, speak or meet with our Duty Planner who can help you find what District Plan rules may apply.


Employ a professional

If your activity requires resource consent, we recommend that you seek the help of an independent planning or resource management consultant. They will be able to provide detailed planning advice and can prepare and lodge resource consent applications on your behalf.