Covering an area of 36,700 hectares, approximately one third of Waitakere City is urban, one third rural and one third wilderness area. More than 40% of the City's land area (17,149 hectares) is in parkland and the Waitakere Ranges. 

Demonstrating the fact that land use and transport are inter-twined, early development in the City was focussed along the rail line. Later, growth was spurred by the development of the North Western Motorway, with the first section from Auckland City to Te Atatu being opened in 1956.

Growth since the 1950s, fuelled by government initiatives to stimulate industry and housing, combined with the post war baby boom to produce rapid urbanisation in the area.  Waitakere's population has increased by nearly 500% since 1956.

Click here to find out a wide variety of information about Waitakere City.

Planning
If you are thinking about constructing a new building, relocating a building or setting up a business you need to consider how your proposal complies with District Plan rules.  This link provides you with a great starting point to assist you with your planning.


Building
The Council issues consents for building in the City and also holds property records and files. This link provides you with a reference point for all Building Consent related matters in Waitakere.


Licensing
The Council issues and monitors licenses for a wide range of services in the city. The following links provide useful references when looking to establish businesses in the city and you are unclear about your licensing requirements.

• Planning a food premises
• Licensing a food premises
• Liquor Licensing - on/off licences and club licences
• Hawking, Mobile Shop, Stall or Stand

About the Council
Waitakere City Council, as the local government of Waitakere City, has responsibilities for all aspects of the City. Some of these are core responsibilities under legislation; others are responsibilities arising from the direction the City has chosen to move in.   This link will provide you with a good overview of the Council.


Traffic Counts
Traffic flow data collected by Waitakere City Council is available via this link »

Council Contacts
Click here to link to various Council contact points.


Customer Services
All enquiries - 24 hours, 7 days per week
Telephone (09) 839 0400

If you wish to contact specific staff, and you have their extension number, phone (09) 836 8000
8 am - 5 pm, Monday to Friday