Water permit to take, use, dam, or divert water

Notice of permitted activity to take, use or dam water

If the volume of water and its proposed use fall below the threshold of a resource consent, you can apply for the Notice of permitted activity to take, use or dam water. Download and complete the form.

Email completed form to:

rcregulatorysupportcentral2@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

For information about permitted activity and thresholds, see E7. Taking, using, damming and diversion of water and drilling (PDF 199KB) of the Auckland Unitary Plan.

See Apply for a permit to drill a bore for information on bore permits.

For enquiries email Resource Consents Coastal and Water Allocation team:

Cawa@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Apply online for a water permit to take, use, dam, or divert water

We only accept online applications for a water permit - or to take, use, dam or divert water.

If you are unable to apply digitally, visit one of our libraries with council services for assistance in making your online application.

See Ways to pay online for information on all payment options.

​Apply now