Planning Consultancy Upper Hutt Wellington

Our team is here to help you achieve the best outcomes.

Our approach is founded on evidence-based analysis, strategic thinking, and practical problem-solving. We provide intelligent planning solutions tailored to our clients’ needs, helping them make informed decisions and achieve successful project outcomes.

01. We solve your problems

02. We are thinkers and creators

03. We give you solutions

Planning & Strategy

Using the power of planning to bring you to the next level.

RUP Consulting Ltd is a specialist planning consultancy based in Upper Hutt, Wellington, providing strategic planning and resource management services throughout New Zealand. With over 20 years of planning experience, we work with developers, landowners, businesses, and public sector clients to deliver practical, pragmatic, and commercially focused planning advice. We help clients understand project feasibility, navigate District Plan requirements, and achieve successful planning outcomes with confidence.

RUP Consulting has established strong working relationships with local Councils across New Zealand. With extensive experience in preparing and processing a wide range of resource consent applications, we work collaboratively with Councils and stakeholders to deliver efficient, practical, and successful planning outcomes for our clients.


Progress your developments
with confidence

At RUP Consulting, we believe successful projects create lasting value by balancing social, environmental, and economic outcomes. Our philosophy is to deliver sustainable planning solutions that meet our clients’ objectives while supporting thriving communities and protecting the environment. We believe that long-term project success is built on achieving this balance.

What can
we do for you?

Start your development project with confidence through expert feasibility advice, followed by strategic and statutory planning support every step of the way. At RUP Consulting, our experienced planning professionals provide practical, commercially focused guidance to help you navigate the planning process, manage risks, and achieve successful development outcomes.

Planning Consultant servicing Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, Porirua, Horowhenua and surrounding areas

01. Prepare resource consent applications.

02. Expert evidence at hearings and Environment Court.

03. Prepare submissions on resource consents and plan changes.

04. Process resource consent for Councils.

05. Prepare Urban Design Statements.

06. Provide land surveying services and architectural design .

07. Provide mentorship and assistance to junior planners.

08. Conduct pre-hearing meetings.

09. Assist on pre-application meetings.

10. Peer review of planning reports.

11. Consult with affected parties.

12. Prepare subdivisions, land use applications and building consent application plans.


Strategic Planning

We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients based on trust, understanding, reliability, accountability, and the successful delivery of every project. Our commitment is to provide responsive, high-quality planning advice and exceptional service at every stage of your development journey.