Whanganui Plan Change 66: technical and infrastructure planning rules
Whanganui District Council proposes technical changes to its District Plan covering fire-safety requirements, engineered retaining-wall earthworks, designations, engineering standards, transport provisions and town-centre design guidance.
- Closing date
- 2 October 2026 at 5pm
- Added to Civics
- 25 September 2026
- Source category
- Local government
- Source body
- Whanganui District Council
- Last checked
- 26 September 2026
Closes in 6 days
Plain-English summary
Plan Change 66 addresses technical issues in the existing District Plan during the transition to a new planning system. The council's official page contains the proposed wording, supporting assessments and submission instructions.
Why it matters
The changes would affect requirements used to assess development and infrastructure under the current District Plan.
Who may care
- Whanganui residents, landowners, developers and engineers
How to make a submission
- Submit through the District Plan submission page linked from the official notice, or email a Form 5 submission to PlanningPolicy@whanganui.govt.nz.
- State whether you wish to be heard. The extended deadline is 5pm on 2 October 2026.
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.