second, whether it's feasible. This will involve searching the legal title to your property and examining the District Plan that applies to your property (see below). The subdivision process is lengthy and involved. However, the following is an overview of the likely steps: Complying with the District Plan An important part of determining whether subdivision is permitted in your case is examining the relevant District Plan. This will reveal: the zoning that applies to your land whether subdividing is a "prohibited activity" under the plan, and if not, then what type of activity it is (for the different categories of activity, see How to obtain a resource consent) what conditions apply what discretion the council can exercise specific restrictions on subdividing It's also likely that the District Plan will specify the minimum areas for the new subdivided lots. Often it will be necessary for you to consult a surveyor or planner on this question. Is subdividing worth the time and cost? If you're considering subdividing, you should give particular attention to the time and cost involved. It's almost certain that the standard process will be lengthened by delays caused by, for example: any hearing that is necessary the need to complete specific work so that you comply with conditions that are imposed the need to obtain consents from the council the preparation of legal documents Subdividing is also a costly exercise. The costs you will be likely to incur include fees charged by consultants, surveyors, the local council, LINZ, engineers