Approved owners
Dog owners who meet certain criteria can apply to be an approved owner, which allows a discount on annual registration fees. You can apply to be an Approved Owner by 1 May, before registration is due.
If your application is approved, your Approved Owner status lasts for the life of your dog (unless they breach any of the conditions outlined on the application form (online or printable [PDF 239 KB]), or you move property (see the Approved owner re-inspection fee in Animal management fees). Being an Approved Owner has a one-off non-refundable processing fee, and entitles you to discounted registration fees.
Criteria
To be considered for approved ownership status, you must meet the conditions for approved ownership.
- The dog is micro-chipped (where required by the Act)
- in the last two years the dog hasn’t been impounded, chased or returned home or been subject to any justified complaint
- the owner’s property and dog accommodation meet Council criteria for fencing, access, dog shelter and exercise areas
- the owner has been a recorded dog owner in the Kapiti Coast District for the last two years
- an approved owner processing fee and all registration fees have been paid.
Apply
To apply to be an approved owner:
- Complete the application form (online or printable [PDF 239 KB]) before 1 May for the next registration year.
Note: applications received after 1 May will be considered in the next registration year. - Please wait to receive a confirmation email from us before paying the non-refundable processing fee. See Payments for more information.
- An Animal Management officer will review your application, and contact you to arrange a property inspection or to clarify any points.
- The Animal Management officer will inspect your property.
- You'll be advised in writing when a decision has been made.
You can also contact the Animal Management team to discuss further. The Council reserves the right to exercise discretion in granting Approved Owner status.