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Rotorua Lakes Council will close midday Friday 20 Dec 2024 and reopen Monday 6 Jan 2025. Building services & LIMs are on hold until 10 Jan 2025. Visit our Property & Building section for more information.

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Community

Council's work in the community includes road safety, JPs and welcoming new citizens, noise control, safety, cemeteries and housing.
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Dogs & Other Animals

Register your dog, report a problem animal, or find out more about owning dogs in Rotorua.
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Licensing, Permits & Regulations

Apply here or read what you need to do for health licensing, food and alcohol licensing, including mobile shops and market stalls.
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Council

Information about Rotorua Lakes Council, our management structure, CCOs, news, policies, plans and local elections.
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Parks, Lakes & Recreation

Read about Rotorua's many lake and park reserves, recreational venues, find info for motorhomes and camping and what's on in Rotorua.
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Property, Building & Bins

Pay or view rates for a property, request building consents, inspections or LIMs, get rubbish and recycling info, and find out about building in Rotorua.
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Roads & Transport

Information about road closures, parking in Rotorua, parking fine payments, getting around safely, and transport or vehicle permits.
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Water Services

We ensure the city has clean running water and environment by looking after our water, wastewater, stormwater and trade waste.
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