News & Updates
Settlement negotiated for Plan Change 49 appeals
Sue Simons and Kate Storer have successfully negotiated a settlement for the three appeals lodged against Plan Change 49 to the AUP.
Wed Nov. 9th 2022
New Zealand's largest solar farm approved by expert consenting panel
A panel of experts chaired by Simon Berry has given the go-ahead for a major new renewables development in the Waikato.
Fri Sept. 23rd 2022
MADE Group gets green lights for major residential development in Rotokauri
The urban development group moves closer to building its large-scale new community north of Hamilton.
Wed Aug. 3rd 2022
Cambel Holdings obtain non-notified consent for billboard
Consent is obtained for Cambel Holdings to relocate a static billboard adjacent to Victoria Park in Auckland.
Mon July 25th 2022
An innovative culture: Reflections 10 years on
On the tenth anniversary of Berry Simons commencing operations, the founders reflect on the firm's unique practice model - and the doubters who said it wouldn't work.
Mon May 30th 2022
Simon Berry chairs Environmental Law & Policy Conference 2022
A packed programme highlighted the massive workload looming for the Government and Resource Management community.
Wed May 25th 2022
Rezoning obtained for residential development at Drury East
Sue Simons and Kate Storer have successfully obtained rezoning of land for residential development at Drury East.
Mon May 9th 2022
Fast-Track consent granted for Brickfields development in Hobsonville
Berry Simons assists developer to obtain consent under the Fast-track consenting legislation.
Thu May 5th 2022
Berry Simons hosts second webinar on the “Ventnor Road” decision
A further webinar was held following interest received from the February presentation.
Tue March 22nd 2022
Rezoning of new town centre and housing in Drury West
The rezoning of 33 hectares of the Auranga development in Drury West has been approved despite Council opposition.
Mon March 14th 2022
Sleepyhead Estate rezoning signed off by Environment Court
The Environment Court has issued a consent order confirming the rezoning for "The Sleepyhead Estate" development at Ohinewai.
Fri Feb. 25th 2022
Berry Simons hosts webinar for planners
Berry Simons hosted a webinar to assist planners to deal with the "Ventnor Road" decision.
Fri Feb. 18th 2022