Ministry for the Environment
The Ministry for the Environment (MFE) is the Government's principal adviser on the New Zealand environment and international matters that affect the environment. They work with others in central and local government, industry and the community to achieve good environmental governance and decision-making at all levels.
When starting, buying an existing business, changing or expanding your current business you may need a resource consent. Find out about resource consents and, if you need one, and how to make the resource consent process go well.
Find out about the Resource Management Act (RMA) processes and order a free copy of the interactive CD-ROM and booklets that will help you understand the processes better.
- Phone: (04) 439 7400
- E-mail: information@mfe.govt.nz
- Website: www.mfe.govt.nz