Resource Management (Consenting and Other System Changes) Amendment Bill

Government bill

8 December 2024

This bill amends the Resource Management Act 1991 to progress Government priorities, including making it easier to consent new infrastructure, encouraging investment in renewable energy, and making medium-density residential standards optional for councils.

  • Introduced on 8 December 2024
  • 1st reading on 17 December 2024
  • 2nd reading on 15 July 2025
  • 3rd reading on 14 August 2025
  • Royal assent on 19 August 2025

Member responsible

Chris Bishop

Chris Bishop

National Party MP for Hutt South

Votes

1st reading

Passed

Reading date: 17 December 2024

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2nd reading

Passed

Reading date: 15 July 2025

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3rd reading

Passed

Reading date: 14 August 2025

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Bill details last synced on 20 August 2025 at 12:30 pm.