Project Information Management (PIM)

• Application Form

A Project Information Memorandum (PIM) is a document issued by the Thames-Coromandel District Council, that indicates whether your proposed project for a particular site complies with specific Council requirements and allows you to apply for a Building Consent.

A PIM is not a consent to build.

When Do I Apply For A PIM?

You must apply for and obtain a PIM before you can obtain a Building Consent, however if you are confident that your proposal meets Council requirements, you can apply for a PIM at the same time you apply for a Building Consent.

Alternatively, you can apply for a PIM in the planning stages of a project and then apply for the Building Consent later.  This is particularly beneficial if you are unsure of Council requirements.

How Do I Request A PIM?

All requests for a PIM must be made on the prescribed application form available from Customer Services at the Thames office or your Area Service Centres.

How Long Will It Take?

The Thames-Coromandel District Council has twenty working days from date of receipt to process a PIM.  Please note however, that if there is insufficient information, you will be advised and your PIM will not proceed until the information requested has been received.

If Applying For A PIM Only

You will need to provide the following showing:

Site Plan

• Location of proposed work in relation to legal boundaries and existing buildings
  
• External dimensions of proposed buildings
  
• Vehicle access, including parking
  
• Provisions to be made for building over, or adjacent to any road or public place
  
• Disposal of stormwater or wastewater
  
• Connection to public utilities (water, sewer, electrical supply)
  
• Precautions to be taken when building over any existing drains, sewers, or in close proximity to wells or water mains
  
• Provisions made to protect the public during demolition work e.g. suppression of dust and noise, disposal of debris, and disconnection from public utilities.

Floor Plan

• Showing floor layout for each level

Elevation Plan

• Of each external wall

Drainage Plan

• Showing layout of existing (if any) and proposed sanitary and stormwater disposal.

Certificate of Title

• For the property. Under Section 44 of the Building Act 2004, the applicant must be the owner of the land, or a person who has agreed in writing to purchase the land on which building work is contemplated.

You will need to identify:

Any Cultural And/Or Heritage Significance

• Of the building or building site, including whether it is on a Marae.

Known Hazards

• e.g. flooding

Checklist For A PIM Only

• Application form filled in and signed
  
• Site Plan (3 copies)
  
• Floor Plan (3 copies)
  
• Elevation Plan (3 copies)
  
• Drainage Plan (3 copies)
  
• Certificate of Title