Timeline for the Independent Hearings Panel for PC 120

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  • Notification for PC 120 published to invite submissions from the public

    3 November 2025

  • Individuals, groups and organisations send submissions

    19 December 2025

  • Further submissions open

    26 February 2026

  • Further submissions close

    18 March 2026

  • Hearing process begins including pre-hearings, expert conferences and alternative dispute resolution processes

    April-December 2026

  • The Independent Hearings Panel (IHP) reviews all evidence and submissions, then prepares recommendations

    Early 2027

  • The IHP submits its recommendations to Auckland Council

    Early 2027

  • Auckland Council accepts or rejects the IHP’s recommendations

    Early 2027

  • Auckland Council makes final decisions on PC 120

    June 2027