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How to access your Auckland Council property file
Your step-by-step guide to finding, ordering, and understanding your Council-held records.
28 November 2025
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An Auckland Council property file contains all historical documents for a property, including building consents, plans, and drainage information. It provides the raw data behind a LIM report and is essential for due diligence when buying, selling, or renovating.
You can order a standard or urgent file online via the Auckland Council website. Once received, check the documents against the current property to identify unconsented work and ensure all past work has a Code Compliance Certificate (CCC).
What is an Auckland Council property file?
What you’ll typically find inside
Property file vs LIM report
Why you might need a property file
How to access your Auckland Council property file
What to look for once you receive the file
Costs and payment options
Auckland Council property files - FAQs
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