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Election period guidance
26 May 2026The Fast-track continues to function as normal during the election period. -
Foxton Solar Farm Fast-tracked
14 August 2026A solar farm near Foxton is the 32nd project and eighth renewable energy project to be granted Fast-track approval. -
Open ocean salmon farm fast-tracked
10 August 2026The Hananui Aquaculture Project off Rakiura/Stewart Island has been fast-tracked. -
Delmore residential development fast-tracked
10 August 2026The Delmore residential development in Auckland has been granted Fast-track approval.
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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.