Some council services will be unavailable over the Christmas and New Year break.
Check if you need to apply or order before Friday 19 December 2025.
Food control plans and national programmes are non-transferable.
If you take over an existing food business, you will need to apply for a new food control plan or a new national programme.
Visit Check if you need a food control plan or national programme.
If you make structural alterations to an existing food business site, check if you need a building consent. Call us on 09 301 0101 and ask for the building helpdesk.