Land Information Memorandum
If you are considering purchasing a property in the Hauraki District it is recommended that you obtain a Land Information Memorandum (LIM) before finalising the purchase.
You will find a LIM very useful in helping to identify any issues with the site and/or any potential development restrictions.
What is a LIM?
A Land Information Memorandum (LIM) is a report prepared at your request by the Hauraki District Council.
It provides historical and current information held by the Council on properties, based on a search of Council records only, and there may be other information relating to the land which is unknown to Council.
Including:
- Applicant, Location of Property and Council Charges
- Information identifying Special Features or Characteristics of the Land
- Drainage: Private and Public. Stormwater and Sewerage Drains
- Information relating to any Rates owing in relation to the Land
- Consents, Certificates, Notices, Orders or Requisitions affecting the Land
- Information relating to Building Certifiers Certificates held by Council
- Information relating to the Use to which the Land may be put and the Conditions attached to that use: Zoning
- Information from Statutory Organisations notified to Council
- Network Utilities
- Information on Public Works known to Council
- Information in respect to Swimming Pools
- Water
- Comments or Additional Information
- Certificate of Title
- Disclaimer
- District Plan
- May also include other information concerning the land which the Council considers, at its discretion, to be relevant.
Note - Council does not undertake any inspection of the land or any building on it for the purposes for preparing a Land Information Memorandum.
A LIM does not cover
- Any development works undertaken without Council knowledge or consent
- A full and comprehensive outline of development restrictions applying to a site
- A site visit to the property
Note: A LIM is not a comprehensive assessment of a property. It only serves to document the information Council has about the property at the time the LIM is prepared. It is essential that if you have any doubts about a site, you employ a relevant independent consultant.
A LIM is issued under Section 44A of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 and contains all relevant information known to the Council at the time the LIM is issued, relevant to the land described.
Amended LIM
An amended LIM can also be done if requested once the report is received, and the information is incorrect i.e. storm water disposal to soak holes but reads tanks on the LIM.
To request an amendment to a LIM, contact a Customer Services Advisor at the Council on (07) 862-8609 or email: info@hauraki-dc.govt.nz
Who can get a LIM?
Anyone can order a LIM, including:
- the current owner
- prospective purchasers
- solicitors
- real estate agents
- valuers
- lenders and insurers
Cost and Timeframe
A standard LIM takes 10 working days. If your request is urgent please note there is an extra cost and will take 2-3 working days.
View the Resource Management Fee Schedule for the fees and charges.
For some complicated or commercial properties a further charge may be necessary but will be notified prior to the commencement of the LIM.
Note: Council has a statutory timeframe of 10 working days to produce the report. Your application may take less time. If, for any reason there is going to be a delay in preparing your LIM, you will be notified.
What information do I need to give Council?
Details on the property:
- Street address
- Legal description, e.g. Lot and DP number
- Current owner's name
- A copy of the Record of Title will be helpful. (A Record of Title is generally made available through your solicitor or may be obtained from Land Information NZ. Council can obtain one for you. Fee applies)
- Include the payment with the application
Apply for a LIM
Use any of the following methods:
- Download a printable form - Land Information Memorandum Application Form
- request a form by:
- email info@hauraki-dc.govt.nz
- phone 0800 734 834 (from within the district) or (07) 862-8609 to have a form posted to you
- or collect one from one of our Council Offices.
