Wellington City Council

Wellington City Council is the territorial authority managing public services, infrastructure development, and urban planning for over 215,000 residents in New Zealand's capital and surrounding areas. It processes applications for building permits, dog registrations, parking services, and waste management through a centralized system.

The authority's roots trace back to 1886 when Wellington gained city status and was formally recognized as an administrative entity. Its current structure was established in 1974 following territorial reforms that reorganized local government.

The council renamed its electoral wards with Māori names in 2018 and includes mana whenua representatives with voting rights on governance committees. This approach reflects how local institutions adapt their structures to recognize indigenous communities in decision-making.

Residents and visitors can access various services through the council's website, including forms and information about permits and registrations. It helps to check the online system first to see what documents or information you might need.

A Crown Observer was appointed in October 2024 to review financial decision-making regarding airport share management. This oversight was put in place to ensure accountability in critical financial matters.

Location: Wellington Region

Inception: 1974

Address: 113 The Terrace, Wellington Central

Website: https://wellington.govt.nz

GPS coordinates: -41.28914,174.77706

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:42