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The application portal remains available on these days.
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NZ's largest wind farm project fast-tracked
2 April 2026Fast-track approval has been granted for the Southland Wind Farm project. -
New application forms reflect Amendment Act changes
31 March 2026The remaining changes introduced by the Fast-track Amendment Act 2025 take effect today. -
New Bay of Plenty highway fast-tracked
20 March 2026A major transport upgrade for the Western Bay of Plenty has received Fast-track approval. -
Waikato steel manufacturing project fast-tracked
18 March 2026A structural steel manufacturing plant that will help build the future of New Zealand’s infrastructure has been approved through Fast-track.
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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.