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.
Be fire safe. Always do a safety check before you light any type of outdoor fire. If you start or see a fire that is out of control, call 111 from a safe place. To report offensive smoke from fire, call our pollution hotline on 09 377 3107.
Find out what kind of fires you can light on your property.
Find out what rules apply for outdoor fires, including residential or business areas, public areas, and the Hauraki Gulf islands.
On private land, you can light a small heating or cooking fire. Find out how to keep them safe.
The rules for fireworks, Guy Fawkes bonfires and sky lanterns in Auckland.
How to report smoke or pollution and what we can do about it.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is now responsible for fire permit applications and fire permit renewals.
Council can investigate overgrown sections if they are a health hazard.