This course CIBC5005 is a part of the New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology and covers the topic of District Plans and Town Planning for Construction of Small Buildings. The course covers the Resource Management Act, Building Act, Territorial Authorities, Resource Consent, District Plan, and Geographical Information System. The course is divided into Level 4 and Level 5 with a total of 30 credits. The learning objectives include providing an overview of the Resource Management Act, explaining the role of a District Plan in the Building Consent process, describing the Land Use Consent application process, requirements of territorial authorities and common terminology associated with the Land Use Consent process, and explaining the implications of a district plan on a potential building development.