Public consultation

Current consultations

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Bells Island Pipeline Upgrade

Submissions welcome through 27 February

The Nelson Regional Sewerage Business Unit (NRSBU) has prepared a regional pipeline upgrade strategy for the Bells Island Wastewater Scheme. The risk of pipeline failure is considered extremely serious. The NRSBU is seeking to take urgent action. Upgrade options are being suggested for public feedback.

Find out more on the options available and have your say.

Heart of Nelson Strategy

Submissions welcome until 3 February

The draft Strategy is now available for review. Submissions are invited from the public on 89 improvements for the city, both small and large.

More about the Heart of Nelson strategy.

Draft Nelson Tasman Regional Arts Strategy

Submissions welcome until 16 January 2009

Nelson City and Tasman District Councils have been working with the Nelson Regional Economic Development Agency on the draft Regional Arts Strategy to enhance the arts across the region. The strategy aims to increase access to and participation in the arts for everyone in the region, as well as to develop economic opportunities for those working in the arts.

Read up on the Regional Arts Strategy and have your say.

Submission information

How to make a submission on a publicly-notified Resource Consent

If you wish to make a submission on a resource consent application which has been publicly notified, read the requirements to submit a resource consent submission form.

How to make a submission on a consultation

While most Council consultations will have a specific form to use when making a submission, in most instances you may instead download the generic form with instructions (PDF @ 73KB) or use blank paper. Be sure to include:

• the name of the topic (usually a policy or bylaw)
• whether you wish to speak on your submission at a hearing (available in most consultations)
• whether, if others make a similar submission, you would be willing to present a joint case at a hearing
• whether you are supporting or opposing the topic (either wholly or in part)
• the nature of your submission
• your reasons
• what relief you are seeking
• and contact details.

Further information and forms are available from Council offices at Civic House.

Our commitment to the community

Nelson City Council is committed to working in partnership with the community to ensure that Council's priorities reflect those of the community. Therefore, Council's affairs are conducted in an open, informed and democratic manner and relevant information is readily available so that everyone can make an informed contribution to the decision-making process.