Through our BID Programme, we collaborate with Auckland's business sector to improve our local business environment and boost the regional economy.
A BID programme is a local economic development initiative run by a business association and defined by the BID Policy.
A BID is a specified commercial area - town centre, industrial area, or a combination - designated for a targeted rate, with boundaries agreed by the local board and business association. Business associations work with the local boards to operate BID programmes in their communities.
We make the targeted rates funds available for the business association to use on activities that promote economic growth in their area. We set accountability requirements through our BID Policy.
Auckland has 50 BIDs representing more than 25,000 businesses, with a combined capital value estimated at $72.7 billion.
Auckland Council is keen to grow the BID programme across the region. Here's what you need to get started.
Find helpful information and make sure that a BID programme meets the necessary policy and legal requirements.
Details on the on-going programme designed to support the professional development of BID managers.
Growth presents opportunities for local economic development, including expanding the boundary areas of BID programmes.
A collection of maps outlining the geographical areas of Auckland's Business Improvement District locations and more.
Details of the BID programme agreement, policy requirements, responsibilities, constitutions and more.
Learn about the Chief Economist Unit and discover what economic advice, training and guidance we provide to businesses, organisations and Aucklanders in general.
Licences for health and beauty, hairdressers, market, mobile trading, brothel, alcohol, food, funeral director, campground, home-based, and rubbish and waste businesses.
Key information for those wanting to invest in Auckland Council.
