Expertise made clear, outcomes made certain.
Award-winning surveying, resource consent planning, civil engineering, and project management. We combine ex-council regulatory insight with technical precision to get your development approved and built right the first time.
Services Designed for Your Needs
Whether you are an architect managing complex developments or a homeowner looking to subdivide or build a granny flat, we have the exact discipline required.
Four Disciplines. One Integrated Team.
Direct communication with chartered planners, licensed surveyors, and chartered engineers. No consultant silos.
Planning
From preparation through to approval, we know what councils require and how to keep applications moving without S92 delays.
- Feasibility studies & strategic zoning advice
- District & regional resource consents (LUC, SUB, Discharge)
- Assessment of Environmental Effects (AEE)
- Unit title and cross-lease conversions
Surveying
Boundary, topographic, and as-built surveys delivered on time. Pinpoint set-out from day one keeps your programme clean.
- Boundary redefinition & peg location
- 3D Topographical CAD models for architects
- Building set-out & foundation compliance
- Landonline title dataset lodgements
Engineering
Practical civil design to specification. Wastewater, stormwater, earthworks and roading—done to standard, the first time.
- Wastewater, stormwater & road design
- Earthworks & accessway engineering
- Flood risk & overland flow path design
- Engineering Plan Approvals (EPA) & PS4 review
Project Management
One point of contact across consultants, contractors and approvals. Direct reporting throughout, no gaps in communication.
- Programme management & scheduling
- Consultant & contractor coordination
- Council approval tracking
- Section 224(c) title management
Planning a Granny Flat or Minor Dwelling?
The 70m² national exemption sounds simple, but setbacks, building coverage, wastewater, and impervious surface caps push many builds into consent zones. Get a clear answer in 1 working day before spending money on plans.
What You Can Expect
The same uncompromising standard on every single project, from a single boundary redefinition to a multi-hectare masterplanned subdivision.
Direct Communication
You talk directly with the chartered planner, licensed surveyor, or senior civil engineer working on your file. No layers of account managers, no mixed messages, and no communication dead ends.
Upfront Pricing
Transparent fee structures with no hidden costs or surprise variations. We clearly itemize our professional scope and outline council direct-pay fees in advance so your budget stays intact.
Right First Time
With 5+ years of local experience, we anticipate council requirements before applications are lodged. Our high-calibre submissions eliminate unnecessary S92 inquiries and get approvals faster.
Ready to Discuss Your Project?
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Expertise made clear. Outcomes made certain.
Talk with our chartered planning, surveying & engineering team today. Get straight answers on council feasibility, project costs, and timelines.