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How to access your Auckland Council property file
Your step-by-step guide to finding, ordering, and understanding your Council-held records.
28 November 2025
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An Auckland Council property file is the complete collection of documents held for a property, including plans, consents, and drainage info. It's more detailed than a LIM report and is essential for buyers, sellers, and renovators.
You can order a file online from the Auckland Council website for a fee, with standard and urgent options available.
Use the file to check for unconsented work by comparing plans to the current home and ensure all past projects have a Code Compliance Certificate (CCC).
What is an Auckland Council property file?
What you’ll typically find inside
Property file vs LIM report
Why you might need a property file
How to access your Auckland Council property file
What to look for once you receive the file
Costs and payment options
Auckland Council property files - FAQs
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