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Can I Subdivide My Section? Here’s What to Know Before You Start.

You might be sitting on an opportunity — here’s how to find out.

If you own land in Southland, Otago or Central Otago, and you’ve been wondering whether your section might be large enough to subdivide, you’re not alone.

Zoning, infrastructure, and council plans all influence whether subdivision is possible. And it’s not always about size — sometimes a smaller section may qualify under certain rules, or a larger one might be restricted due to access or servicing limitations.

Common subdivision triggers include:

  • Rural lifestyle blocks over 2 hectares
  • Urban sections with dual road frontages
  • Properties near new infrastructure or rezoned areas

We can help assess your land against local district plan rules and highlight what’s possible — and what to watch out for.

Thinking about subdividing? Start with a conversation — we’ll help you figure out what’s next.

Posted: 24 July 2025

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  • Home
  • Services
    • Farm Resource Consents
    • Subdivision and Land Use Consent Applications
    • Environmental Compliance Management
    • Visitor Accommodation and Holiday Homes Resource Consent Applications
  • Our People
    • Renee Richardson
    • Laura Burgess
    • Melissa Washbourne
    • Emily Macdonald
    • Jenny Green
    • Bridgett Aitken
    • Emily Hamill
    • Dave Stevenson
    • Casey Carass
    • Lauren O’Neill
  • Projects
    • Herberts Transport
    • Subdivision and Land Use Consenting
    • Hardeggar’s Calving Pad
    • Blue Sky Pastures
    • Lake House - Te Anau
    • Mountain Gem - Wanaka
    • Triflor
    • Woldwide Dairy Group
    • Alliance Group
    • Barry Stewart Builders
    • Resource Consent Processing Services
    • Mataura Valley Milk: ISO14001 accreditation
    • Gerritsen’s Dairy Consent Renewal
    • Mendip Hills
    • Superior Farm Maintenance
    • Three Lot Subdivision
    • Gore District Council
  • Articles
  • Contact