Surplus Dwelling Subdivision (Rural)

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A surplus dwelling subdivision is when you can create a new lot around your existing surplus dwelling in the Rural Zone that you no longer require on your farm holding. You may no longer require the dwelling due to a change in circumstances or a change in the way that the property is farmed, including less staffing requirements.

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What are the rules for subdivision?

The Waipa District Plan has some specific rules around surplus dwelling subdivision, which are listed as follows: -

  • Minimum lot area of 2,500m2
  • Maximum area of 5,000m2
  • Must comply with all the rules for the Rural Zone for access and servicing.
  • All existing dwellings shall have been located on the holding for a period of not less than 10 years at the date of the application and shall have a life expectancy of at least 25 years.
  • The dwellings shall have a floor area greater than 70m2 exclusive of decking and garaging.
  • The dwellings shall not be a secondary dwelling.

What evidence will Council require?

When Cogswell are preparing the application, we will need to determine how long the dwellings on your farm holding have existed on the property, how long they are expected to last for, and the floor area of the dwellings. Cogswell obtain the Council files which usually has the information we need. Council may also request a builder’s report is completed to confirm that the dwellings are constructed on materials that will last at least 25 years.

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Oliver PearsonOliver Pearson2 months agoPete, Aaron and the team did a fantastic job subdividing two sites for me in Putaruru. They were professional, well organised, and gave me confidence ...Read more
Oliver PearsonOliver Pearson2 months agoPete, Aaron and the team did a fantastic job subdividing two sites for me in Putaruru. They were professional, well organised, and gave me confidence throughout what can otherwise be a complex process. I wouldn’t have been able to complete the project without their support and would highly recommend them to anyone undertaking a subdivision.
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James RobertsonJames Robertson6 months agoI recently worked with Pete and Aaron from Cogswell on a subdivision project in Leamington, converting two titles into four. The entire process was ...Read more
James RobertsonJames Robertson6 months agoI recently worked with Pete and Aaron from Cogswell on a subdivision project in Leamington, converting two titles into four. The entire process was completed ahead of schedule and under budget. Their communication throughout was excellent, clear, timely, and informative and they took the time to help me understand each step along the way. This made what could have been a complex process feel straightforward and stress-free.
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Joelle MulhernJoelle Mulhern6 months agoWe used Cogswell for our surveying work and couldn’t be happier. Pete and his team made the whole process very easy and straightforward, and were ...Read more
Joelle MulhernJoelle Mulhern6 months agoWe used Cogswell for our surveying work and couldn’t be happier. Pete and his team made the whole process very easy and straightforward, and were great to deal with. We’re really happy with the result and would highly recommend them!
Sally KingSally Kinga year agoThree people referred us to Cogswells when we asked our local community about finding support for our project, and now we see why.Coming into this ...Read more
Sally KingSally Kinga year agoThree people referred us to Cogswells when we asked our local community about finding support for our project, and now we see why.
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