Pastoral lessees need the consent of the Commissioner of Crown Lands before carrying out various activities on the land.
The table below lists the activities which need the Commissioner’s consent. If you have any questions about whether a proposed activity requires consent, or you are unsure what sort of information you need to provide, please email pastoraltenure@linz.govt.nz.
A new consents regime came into effect on the 17 November 2022 to support the implementation of the reforms to the Crown Pastoral Land Act.
Activities requiring the Commissioner’s consent, and relevant request form
To apply for consent, complete the following consent application form and the specific activity form for each type of activity you’re applying for.
Application fees
All amounts are GST inclusive and payable upon application.
These charges relate to the preparation and registration of documents by the Commissioner of Crown Lands.
Please make payment to 03-0049-0002402-18, using the applicant’s name and the application type as a reference. You will be asked to provide proof of payment when your application is received.
Application / Request | Amount |
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An instrument under section 60 granting or reserving a right of way or other easement over or under Crown land | $165 |
A recreation permit under section 66A | $112.50 |
A consent under section 89, ie a transfer, sublease or sublicence | $112.50 |