Skip to content
Back to open items
openOpen for feedback

Proposed Animals Bylaw 2020

New Plymouth District Council is consulting on three minor updates to the beekeeping rules in clause 11 of the Animals Bylaw 2020.

Closing date
4 November 2026

Closes in 23 days

Added to Civics
3 October 2026
Source category
Local government
Last checked
3 October 2026

Plain-English summary

New Plymouth District Council is consulting on three minor updates to the beekeeping rules in clause 11 of the Animals Bylaw 2020.

Read the official consultation material for the detailed proposal, supporting documents and submission method.

Why it matters

Clause 11 contains rules on beekeeping.

The bylaw regulates keeping animals and includes slaughtering rules intended to protect public health and prevent nuisance or offence.

Who may care

  • People keeping bees in New Plymouth District
  • People keeping animals covered by the Animals Bylaw 2020

How to make a submission

  1. Read the official consultation material.
  2. Submit feedback through the official consultation page before the closing date.

Disclaimer

Civics.nz is an independent plain-English guide and is not an official government website. Always check the official source before making a submission.