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NPDC Proposed Significance and Engagement Policy

New Plymouth District Council is updating its Significance and Engagement Policy. The policy sets out how it decides the importance of matters and the level of community engagement before decisions.

Closing date
30 September 2026

Closes in 7 days

Added to Civics
3 September 2026
Source category
Local government
Last checked
23 September 2026

Plain-English summary

New Plymouth District Council is updating its Significance and Engagement Policy. The policy sets out how it decides the importance of matters and the level of community engagement before decisions.

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

Why it matters

It is required under the Local Government Act 2002.

The policy is intended to help Council decisions be transparent and consistent and give the community opportunities to provide input on matters important to them.

It guides how NPDC matches engagement to the significance of a decision, including factors such as community interest, impact on people, and financial implications.

Who may care

  • People in the community affected by NPDC decisions
  • Stakeholders with an interest in NPDC decisions that may be significant

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.