Regional plans
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Air Plan
The Air Plan sets out how we will control and manage discharges to air.
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Coastal Plan
The Coastal Plan that sets out rules for activities within the coastal area.
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Effluent Land Application Plan
How effluent and sludge is treated and/or discharged can significantly impact on the environment.
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Fiordland Marine Regional Pathway Management Plan
This addresses the challenges of marine pests in Fiordland, and the role of vessels in mitigation.
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Iwi Management Plan
This has been developed by Ngāi Tahu ki Murihiku to assist kaitiakitanga of natural resources.
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Land Transport Plan
This sets the strategic direction for land transport in Otago/Southland.
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Proposed Southland Water and Land Plan
Read more about the proposed Southland Water and Land Plan.
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Regional Marine Oil Spill Contingency Plan
Operational guidelines that will enable Environment Southland and other organisations listed in the plan to respond to a marine oil spill in the coastal marine area.
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Regional Water Plan
Sustainability is key to managing our rivers, lakes, groundwater, surface water, and wetlands.
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River Corridor Concept Plan
Find out how we want to reduce the need for herbicide use and move toward more sustainable methods.
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Southland Regional Pest Management Plan
This plan will set the scene for pest management in Southland for the next 10 years.
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Strategy & Action Plan for Waituna
Waituna lagoon is one of Southland's environmental treasures, but faces water quality challenges.
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Transitional Regional Plan
This contains authorisations made under legislation that preceded the RMA.