A Land Information Memorandum (LIM) is a report that is prepared by Council in relation to matters affecting land and buildings on a particular property.
Included in a LIM will be the following information:

• Any special feature of the land including potential erosion, falling debris, sinking, slipping, silting or build-up of land, flooding or likely hazardous pollutants known to the Council.
• Private and public drains and easements known to Council.
• Government valuation of the property and rates struck and owing for the current year. (Note: This will also include water rates where applicable).
• Council consents, certificates, notices, orders and requisitions affecting the land and any buildings on that land.
• Zoning of the property and how the land can be used.
• Certificates issued by a building certifier.
• Any information that has been submitted to Council by other outside statutory organisations or network utility operators relating to the site or general locality.

There are two ways to apply for a LIM. All applications must be in writing:

• Download and fill out the Application for a LIM – PDF Doc

The LIM fee is in the Council Fees and Charges - along with other building consent and application fees.

Council has 10 working days from the date of receipt to action and complete a LIM.

For further information, contact the Council's LIM Processing Officer. Phone 07 306 9009.