The Building Act (2004) requires Councils to regularly review their Dangerous Dams, Earthquake-prone Dams and Flood-prone Dams Policy.

Nelson's policy has recently been reviewed, and some changes are recommended to keep us in line with other Councils around New Zealand.

A statement of proposal can be seen here, along with the draft Policy here.

In order for these changes to come into force, then Council must undertake a special consultative procedure (SCP) to receive feedback from the public and affected/interested parties.