In New Zealand, specific standards and processes must be followed when undertaking any work within the road corridor. These measures are in place to ensure public safety and protect the district’s infrastructure.

As an RCA, Timaru District Council is responsible for managing all roads within the district, excluding state highways.

Our responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the safety of both the public and workers on or near any roads within our network
• Approving road closures, traffic control devices (e.g., cones, signs), and temporary speed limits
• Ensuring Traffic Management Plans (TMPs) are properly maintained, monitored, and implemented

Our dedicated Road Corridor team plays a key role in ensuring all work on local roads complies with the Local Government Act and the Health and Safety at Work Act.

We are here to support, educate, and regulate contractors through every stage of their work — from planning and execution to final completion. Our team is available to answer questions, provide advice, and ensure best practices are upheld at all times.

Safety is our top priority. Whether you're a contractor, Council staff member, or member of the public, we are committed to protecting everyone by maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Working in the Road Corridor – Transition to myWorksites

As of April 2025, Timaru District Council began transitioning from the Submitica system to myWorksites — a new, streamlined platform for managing Corridor Access Requests (CARs), Work Access Permits (WAPs), and Traffic Management Plans (TMPs).

From 1 July 2025, myWorksites will become the sole platform used by the Council for these applications.

We strongly encourage all contractors and applicants to begin familiarising themselves with myWorksites now.

What the Fees Cover

Fees charged for applications help cover:

• Processing and reviewing of requests
• Authorisation of Traffic Management Plans
• Issuing of Works Access Permits
• Assurance and safety checks
• Final sign-off and the maintenance period for any reinstatement works

Click here to view Land Tranport fees and charges

BeforeUdig – know what’s below

Before starting any excavation, you must use the BeforeUdig system to identify any underground services that may be present at your work site.

• Additional approvals from utility providers may still be required after using BeforeUdig.
• For NZTA, CAR applications must continue to be submitted through Submitica.
• Please note: BeforeUdig does not integrate with myWorksites. You must submit your myWorksites application separately.

When is a Corridor Access Request (CAR) Required?

A CAR is required for any activity that may impact the road corridor, including:

• Digging, drilling, resurfacing, or altering the surface in any way
• Placing structures or materials on, under, or over the road (e.g. pipes or cables)
• Installing a new stormwater connection that leads into the road corridor
• Hosting events that may affect the road or footpath use
• Installing a new vehicle crossing or modifying an existing one
• Operating or parking large machinery (e.g. cranes, cherry pickers, water blasters)
• Installing temporary or fixed scaffolding
• Requesting a full or partial road/footpath closure to carry out works

As part of the Corridor Access Request (CAR) process through MyWorksites, applicants may be required to submit a Traffic Management Plan (TMP).

A TMP is necessary for any activity that alters the normal operating conditions of the road corridor — for example, if the proposed work restricts pedestrian access on a footpath or affects vehicle lanes used for driving or parking.

TMPs are essential for ensuring the safety of your work site, contractors, and the public throughout the project.

Apply for a Corridor Access Request at the myWorksites website here.