Heritage Protection and Identification

Nelson has a rich history stemming from both Māori and European settlement. Historic areas, buildings and trees help shape how we feel about our environment and provide us with a unique identity by linking us to the past.

Nelson City Council believes it is important to provide a framework to encourage protection of archaeological sites, heritage buildings and trees. It does this by regulation and encouragement.

Design Guides for Heritage Precincts

To assist owners of properties located within heritage precincts, Council has developed design guides to ensure developments occur within a manner sympathetic to their environment.
Heritage Tree Nomination Form
Protected Trees in Nelson

Protected trees are divided into three categories depending on the level of protection they receive: heritage, landscape, local.
Regulations and Heritage Inventories
Sites, Houses and Precincts

A number of key sites and properties within the city are recognised as having heritage significance and are noted within the Nelson Resource Management Plan.
Taonga Tuku Iho Heritage Stratey 2022—2032