Proposed changes to the Exclusive Economic Zone and Continental Shelf (Fees and Charges) Regulations 2013

Closed 20 Jan 2023

Opened 1 Dec 2022

Contact

EEZFees@mfe.govt.nz

Overview

The Exclusive Economic Zone and Continental Shelf (Fees and Charges) Regulations 2013 set hourly charge-out rates for certain functions and services. The current charge-out rates have not been revised since 2013 and are not recovering costs. 

We are proposing increases to those charge-out rates. 

The main parties affected are people and companies who:  

  • intend to apply for, or already have, marine consents under the EEZ Act
  • undertake or intend to undertake permitted activities under the EEZ Act.

There are no current plans to review or amend the EEZ Act.

Read the full discussion document [PDF, 1.8 MB]

What happens next

This consultation closed on 20 January 2023.

We will analyse the submissions we received to inform policy and government decisions. We will put final proposals to the Minister for the Environment and Cabinet for consideration next year. Subject to Cabinet approval, amendments to the EEZ Fees Regulations will be notified in the New Zealand Gazette.