# Do you need a consent for a pontoon, jetty or houseboat? > Do you need a consent for a pontoon, floating jetty or houseboat? Who to ask in New Zealand (regional council, Maritime NZ) and Australia (state waterways authority, AMSA). Source: https://www.pontoonzboats.com/guides/pontoon-consent-nz-australia/ Who to talk to in New Zealand and Australia before you build, and what we can supply for your application. - Made in New Zealand - 5,000+ pods sold - Marine-grade polyethylene - 15+ year product life - Est. 2003 **The short answer:** moorings and structures on water usually need a consent from your regional council in New Zealand, or approval from your state waterways authority in Australia. Rules vary by place and waterway, so ask early. This guide is general information, not legal advice. ## New Zealand ### Jetties, pontoons and swim rafts Structures in the coastal marine area, lakes and rivers usually need a resource consent from your regional council. A [floating jetty](https://www.pontoonzboats.com/compare/modular-pontoons-vs-fixed-jetty/) usually still needs one, but involves no piling works in the seabed or lakebed. Talk to the council before ordering; we supply the pod specifications and load ratings they ask for. ### Houseboats Mooring a [houseboat](https://www.pontoonzboats.com/houseboats/) usually needs a mooring or coastal permit from your regional council, and a cabin used as a dwelling may need a building consent from the district council. Rules vary by region and waterway, so talk to your councils early and before you order. ### Boats Recreational boats in New Zealand generally don't need registration, but Maritime NZ safety rules apply. A [pontoon boat](https://www.pontoonzboats.com/pontoon-boats/) or [work barge](https://www.pontoonzboats.com/work-barges/) that operates commercially may need survey with Maritime NZ. ## Australia Boats, houseboats and waterway structures are registered and approved by each state's maritime or waterways authority, and requirements differ by state. Jetties and pontoons generally need approval from the state waterways authority and sometimes the local council. Motorised boats are registered with your state maritime authority, and commercial vessels may need survey with AMSA. Some waterways have their own rules for houseboat size, sewage holding and mooring. See [pontoons in Australia](https://www.pontoonzboats.com/australia/) for shipping and AU$ pricing. ## What we supply for your application Pod specifications, load ratings and the material data for every pod, on the [pods and pricing](https://www.pontoonzboats.com/pods-and-pricing/) page and in the spec sheets. Councils and agencies can also download our [capability statement](https://www.pontoonzboats.com/capability-statement/). ## Questions about consents and approvals ### Do I need a resource consent for a pontoon or jetty in NZ? Usually. Structures in the coastal marine area, lakes and rivers usually need a resource consent from your regional council. Talk to them before ordering, and we'll supply the specifications they ask for. ### Do I need a consent for a houseboat in NZ? Usually for the mooring, and sometimes for the cabin. Mooring a houseboat usually needs a mooring or coastal permit from your regional council, and a cabin used as a dwelling may need a building consent from the district council. ### Does a pontoon boat need registering in NZ? Recreational boats in New Zealand generally don't need registration, but Maritime NZ safety rules apply. A boat that operates commercially may need survey with Maritime NZ. ### Who approves pontoons and houseboats in Australia? Your state's maritime or waterways authority, and sometimes the local council. Requirements differ by state and waterway, and motorised boats are registered with the state maritime authority. Commercial vessels may need survey with AMSA. ## Tell us what you need to float Every quote comes with a recommended configuration, volume pricing and freight to your address or nearest port. [+64 (0)9 444 2000](tel:+6494442000) [+64 (0)27 555 2100](tel:+64275552100)Mobile, call or text SailGP & America's Cup marker boats · Trading since 2003 > “It's a lot of boat for the money, zero maintenance, quick to build. A true kitset.” Richard, Pontoonz customer, Customer testimonial - Configuration recommended with every quote - Volume pricing and freight to your address - Trading since 2003 ## Other ways to use the same pods ### [Houseboat pontoons](https://www.pontoonzboats.com/houseboats/) Twin and tri-hull houseboat platforms and floating cabins. [Explore](https://www.pontoonzboats.com/houseboats/) ### [Floating docks and jetties](https://www.pontoonzboats.com/docks-jetties-walkways/) Float Pod jetties and Walk Pod boardwalks you assemble on site. [Explore](https://www.pontoonzboats.com/docks-jetties-walkways/) ### [Swim rafts](https://www.pontoonzboats.com/swim-rafts/) Family, resort and council swim rafts that last a decade and more. [Explore](https://www.pontoonzboats.com/swim-rafts/) ## Contact Pontoonz - Phone: +64 (0)9 444 2000 - Mobile (call or text): +64 (0)27 555 2100 - Post: PO Box 695, Warkworth 0941, Auckland, New Zealand - Free quote: https://www.pontoonzboats.com/contact/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pontoonz/