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Sunfield housing development approved
11 March 2026One of Auckland’s largest new housing developments, the Sunfield Masterplanned Community, has been approved through Fast-track, says Regional Development Minister Shane Jones. -
Arataki project fast-tracked in Hawke’s Bay
24 February 2026A new residential development is set to deliver more homes and an economic boost for Hawke’s Bay following the Fast-track approval of the Arataki subdivision in Havelock North says Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop. -
Major Queenstown housing development approved
19 February 2026RCL Homestead Bay Limited lodged an application in June 2025 to construct 2,800 residential homes and a commercial retail precinct, which has now been approved by an independent panel. -
One year on, Fast-track is building NZ’s future
7 February 2026New Zealand is already benefiting from faster approvals, lower costs, and real infrastructure getting underway, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop and Regional Development Minister Shane Jones say.
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Process overview
The Fast-track Approvals Act 2024 offers a permanent process for obtaining resource consent and a wide range of other approvals. Fast-track brings these together into a streamlined process. -
Referral application to use the Fast-track
Projects can apply for referral to use the Fast-track. They must meet eligibility criteria and complete pre-application tasks. Projects listed in the Fast-track Approvals Act 2024 don’t need referral. Other projects need referral before making a substantive application. -
Substantive application for resource consents and other approvals
If a project is listed or referred to the Fast-track, you can make a substantive application. A panel decides whether to approve the project and impose conditions. -
Fees, charges and cost recovery
Fast-track costs are recovered from applicants. Here are the fees, charges, and cost-recovery processes for applicants.