A to Z of Council Services

You can locate some of our services here, from abandoned vehicles, to water supply, stormwater and wastewater services.

Abandoned vehicles

If a vehicle is abandoned, Council is permitted under section 356 of the Local Government Act 1974 to remove it from...

Airport noise complaints

Airport noise levels are already prescribed in the District Plan and all the various airport users are familiar with...

Alcohol-free zones

Alcohol-free zones are created to encourage responsible alcohol consumption, enhance the safety of the public, and allow...

Council provides bike stands at a wide number of locations around Kāpiti. If you notice damage to one of these, please...

This section includes everything you need when building. Our Building team can help you with a range of building needs...

Business licences and permits

Setting up a new business is exciting! We know there can seem to be a few hoops to jump through, so check out the...

We operate four public cemeteries at Ōtaki, Waikanae and Paraparaumu, and maintain a small historic cemetery at Mackays...

Citizenship ceremonies

New Zealand citizenship ceremonies are held in Kāpiti several times a year. Ceremonies are carried out by the Mayor and...

Community noticeboards and signs

If your community organisation, school or sports club would like to promote an upcoming event, temporary signs can be...

Community venues for hire

The Kāpiti Coast District Council has a number of buildings available for community use. These buildings provide...

Council properties

We own a range of properties around our district, including buildings and reserves. Some of these have historic fixed...

Dog and animal management

There's a wide range of animals living in and across Kāpiti, with different rules for many of them. Check out this...

Earthquake-prone buildings

Central government introduced a national system for managing earthquake-prone buildings in Aotearoa New Zealand in 2017....

An easement is a legal right of way or similar right over another owner’s ground or property. In relation to Council’s...

Temporary events like fairs and festivals help make Kāpiti a vibrant place to be – and we can help you with the planning...

Fees and charges

This pages lists all the user charges for the Kāpiti Coast District Council.

If you want to light an outdoor fire you may need a permit – and thinking about how your neighbours might be affected...

Most of us love a good fireworks display – the sparks, colours and explosions in the night sky. It's important to...

Grants and funding

We’re keen to support grass roots and community efforts to support the arts, lower emissions and build resilience. There...

Healthy Home kit

A warm, dry home is more comfortable, more energy efficient, and much better for your health. Cold, damp and mouldy...

Housing for older persons

We provide housing for qualifying older persons and have 118 units in 10 locations throughout Kāpiti. Who's eligible To...

Litter and illegal rubbish dumping

Illegally dumped rubbish is a problem for our community and our environment – it costs us all. If you see illegal...

Noise is an inevitable part of living in a community. But with just a little consideration and communication, noise can...

Official Information Requests

You can request official information from the Council under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act...

Parks and recreation

The Kāpiti Coast's parks and reserves offer many opportunities for recreation in different landscapes and settings. From...

Rates and Property payments For more information on property and water payments, including Penalties you can find them...

Property information

Find information about LIMs, building files, and earthquake damage to a property. You can access information about...

Toilets are open during daylight hours every day, including Christmas Day. Please report any damage or vandalism to the...

Rates are a charge against a property (rating unit). Rates are set by your local and regional councils. For the Kāpiti...

Resource consents

The District Plan contains rules about different types of activities in different parts of the District. If the activity...

We maintain all roads in the Kāpiti Coast District, except State Highway 1. We also coordinate road safety, cycleways...

Rubbish and recycling

The more you refuse, reduce, reuse, and recycle, the better it is for our environment and your bank account. Waste is a...

Council looks after more than 5,000 streetlights around the district. We inspect these at night each month, to check...

Our water system includes the three waters – drinking water (water supply), wastewater, and stormwater, and the assets...