Reviewing Proposed Policy Statements and Plans

In order to decide whether or not to lodge a submission, you will need to assess the proposed policy statement or plan. This should determine whether it provides an adequate framework and management measures to address any environmental issues of concern to you.

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Obtaining a copy of the proposed policy statement or plan

For information about how to obtain a copy of the proposed policy statement or plan click here

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Identifying the relevant sections

Many policy statements and plans cover a wide area and a range of issues and it is easy to get swamped. You need to start out with a clear idea of the issues which are likely to be of concern to you.

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Site specific issues

For information about looking at site specific issues click here

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Non site-specific issues

For information about looking at non site specific issues click here

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Visit the area

For information about visiting the area of concern click here

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Discuss your concerns with council officers and others

For information about consulting with others click here

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What are the relevant legal provisions?

• Part V of the RMA, particularly sections 63-77, (Standards, policy statements and plans).