Resource Consents Hearings

If you are a submitter or the applicant of a resource consent application undergoing a hearing, we'll let you know the date and time of the hearing and provide you with a copy of our planner's report, which assesses all submissions received and the proposal, at least 15 working days before the hearing. 

• The applicant will be called upon to speak to their pre-circulated evidence and respond to any questions from the Commission. 

• Submitters (for and against the application) are then called to speak.  

• All questions and comments are to be directed to the Commission. 

• No cross-examination is permitted by any party. 

• After the applicant and submitters have presented their cases, the Commission will ask QLDC officers/professional consultants to comment on any matters for clarification. 

• The Commission may ask further questions of the applicant at this stage. 

• After the hearing is closed, the commissioner will make a decision within 15 working days. The applicant and the submitters will be sent the decision by email or by post.