For homeowners
Know what you can build before you spend a dollar
Plain-English zoning rules, flood risk maps, and buildability calculations for your Auckland property. Skip the $400 LIM, avoid the 10-day wait, and plan your renovation or purchase with confidence.
Sound familiar?
Most Auckland homeowners face the same costly unknowns when planning a renovation, extension, or property purchase.
You don't know what you're allowed to build
SiteLenz calculates your maximum building footprint, site coverage percentage, height limits, and setback distances. Instantly see if a minor dwelling, extension, or subdivision is feasible before talking to an architect.
Council planning portals make no sense
We translate complex Auckland Unitary Plan rules, overlays, and precincts into plain English. No planning jargon — just clear answers about what applies to your property and what it means for you.
You're worried about hidden problems
Our report maps flood zones, overland flow paths, coastal erosion risk, land instability, and contamination directly onto your property. Know the risks before they become expensive surprises.
Professionals want thousands before telling you what's possible
Architects, planners, and surveyors typically charge $3,000-$10,000 for feasibility studies. SiteLenz gives you the critical data for $59 so you can make informed decisions before committing to professional fees.
The cost of not knowing
Discovering a flood zone after you've committed to a purchase, or finding out you can't build after paying an architect — these are expensive mistakes that a $59 report prevents.
$5k+
Average wasted on unfeasible architect plans
$400+
Council LIM cost (10 working days)
$59
SiteLenz report (30 seconds)
Questions SiteLenz answers
The most common questions Auckland homeowners have about their property — answered in 30 seconds.
Can I add a minor dwelling?
See your zone's dwelling density rules, minimum site area requirements, and available building footprint.
Can I subdivide?
Check minimum lot sizes, site coverage, and access requirements for your zone classification.
How high can I build?
Height limits, height-in-relation-to-boundary, and recession plane calculations for your specific site.
Am I in a flood zone?
1% AEP flood plains, overland flow paths, and coastal inundation zones mapped onto your boundary.
What overlays restrict my property?
Heritage, viewshaft, notable tree, and special character overlays identified with plain-English explanations.
What has been built here before?
Council building consent history, code compliance certificates, and resource consent records.
Feasibility study vs. SiteLenz
Get the critical data before committing to a full professional engagement.
| Feature | Feasibility Study$3,000-$10,000 / weeks | SiteLenz$59 / 30 seconds |
|---|---|---|
| Zoning rules & overlays | ||
| Flood & hazard risk maps | ||
| Buildability calculations | ||
| Council valuations & rates | ||
| Building consent history | ||
| AI recommendations & next steps | ||
| Professional PDF report | ||
| Detailed architectural drawings | ||
| Engineer sign-off |
What's in the report
Four sections that matter most when you're planning a renovation, buying a home, or assessing development potential.
Buildability Calculations
Maximum footprint, site coverage, height-in-relation-to-boundary, impervious surface limits, and setback distances calculated for your exact property dimensions.
Zoning Rules in Plain English
Height limits, yard setbacks, dwelling density, site coverage, and impervious surface rules explained without planning jargon. Know exactly what you can and can't do.
Hazard & Flood Risk Maps
Flood zones, overland flow paths, coastal hazards, and liquefaction risk mapped directly onto your property boundary with proximity measurements.
AI Action Plan
A personalised summary of your property's development potential, identified risks, and specific recommended next steps — written in plain English so you can act on it immediately.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I check what I can build on my Auckland property?
- Enter your address on SiteLenz to get an instant free zoning snapshot showing your zone type, key overlays, and property valuation. Upgrade to the full report ($59) for buildability calculations, flood risk maps, consent history, and a personalised AI action plan.
- Can SiteLenz tell me if I can add a minor dwelling or subdivide?
- The full report includes your zone's dwelling density rules, minimum site area requirements, and calculated building footprint. While it doesn't replace a formal feasibility study, it gives you the critical numbers to assess whether it's worth pursuing further with a planner or architect.
- What is a pre-LIM report?
- A pre-LIM report gives you approximately 80% of the information in a council LIM — zoning, hazards, overlays, valuations, and consents — without the $400+ cost or 10-day wait. It helps you decide whether ordering a full LIM is necessary, potentially saving you hundreds of dollars.
- Do I need a LIM before renovating?
- A LIM is recommended before major renovations but isn't always required. SiteLenz helps you understand your property constraints first so you can decide if a full LIM is necessary. For many renovations, our report covers what you need to know before engaging professionals.
- How accurate is the flood risk information?
- We use the same Auckland Council GIS flood data that council staff reference. Our report maps 1% AEP flood plains, overland flow paths, and coastal inundation zones directly onto your property boundary with proximity measurements in metres.
- Will this save me money on architect or planner fees?
- SiteLenz won't replace professional services, but it gives you the knowledge to have informed conversations from day one. You'll know your site constraints, development potential, and key risks before your first meeting — so you don't waste time or money exploring ideas that aren't feasible.
Ready to check your property?
Enter any Auckland address and get your free zoning snapshot instantly. Upgrade to the full report for $59 — and know exactly what you're working with.