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What is a LIM (Land Information Memorandum) and how do I apply for one?
A LIM report provides historical and current information held by the Central Hawke’s Bay District Council on properties throughout the Central Hawke’s Bay District only.
A LIM is usually requested prior to the purchase or sale of a property.
A LIM is issued under section 44A of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 2002 and contains all information known to Council relevant to the described land.
The applicant is solely responsible for ensuring that the described land is within the correct council boundary.
The applicant is solely responsible for ensuring that the described land is suitable for a particular purpose. Any plans, aerial photographs or diagrams attached to the LIM are for illustrative purposes only and are not confirmation of the legal position of the boundaries, or any services on, the described land.
There are two types of LIM applications available. They are Residential/Rural, and Commercial. Please fill in the form at the bottom of this page
or click here for a printable LIM form.
Your application must be accompanied by a Certificate of Title. If you cannot supply a Certificate of Title, Council will supply one at a cost of $35.00. The $35.00 fee will be added to the cost of your LIM.
. You will need to submit your LIM before you pay online using the LIM reference (provided after the application is submitted).
LIM Reports are emailed unless otherwise requested.
How to pay:
In Person at CHBDC Waipawa
If you would like more information regarding your LIM application or to check the property is within our council boundary please contact Council.
There are two LIM types you can apply for. They are
1. Residential / Rural
2. Commercial
The fee for a Residential / Rural LIM is $350.00. (July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023)
The fee for a Commercial LIM is $625.00. (July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023)
Urgent LIM applications are no longer available.
Your application must be accompanied by a Certificate of Title. If you cannot supply a Certificate of Title, Council will supply one at a cost of $35.00. The $35.00 fee will be added to the cost of your LIM.
The fee must be received in full by Council before your application will be processed.
To pay by Internet banking transfer the correct amount into Central Hawkes Bay District Council's bank ANZ account number: 01-0777-0038665-00. Provide your name and the Application ID for payment reference. The Application ID is generated when you complete and submit your application.
Pay via our third party gateway with a credit card - You will need to have your reference number generated by your LIM application first.
In order to apply for a LIM you need to supply the following information:
1. Details of Applicant(s)
2. Information About The Property (Please ensure the property is within the Central Hawke's Bay District Council boundaries)
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