Objective Build
Temporary Note
Council has a new building consent application system.
From 25 August 2025 building applications can be submitted via the Objective Build Applicant Platform this replaces the previous system Simpli.
The Objective Build building consent application platform covers all aspects of the building consent process including applying for amendments to an approved building consent or applying for a code compliance certificate when you have finished building.
Objective Build is simple and intuitive to use with agents and owners having full visibility of how the application is progressing.
If you have not used Objective Build before, please refer to the information below to help get you started.
Getting Started with Objective Build
To minimise any disruptions to you, we will migrate all active consents (CCC not yet issued) into the new system. If you have previously used Simpli for consent application, please create an account and sign in to Objective Build using the same email address.
The Objective Build Support team are there to assist and can be contacted directly at build.support@objective.com or via phone on 0800 024 508. They’re available Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm NZST.
- Objective Build Quick Start Guide
- Objective Build Key Features
- Objective Build Online Training sessions
- Objective Build Video tutorial library
User tutorials
Objective Build has lots of new features including updated status tracking, organisation management, templated applications and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the Rangitīkei District Council Building Services on 0800 422 522 or by emailing buildings.services@rangitikei.co.nz
It is preferable that the email address is the same to match up your existing applications. If you need to use a different email address, please contact Objective on 0800 024 508.
If you are looking for an application that is still being processed and was submitted prior to August 2025 you will need to access it via Simpli.
Objective Build has created short videos that teach the fundamentals of the platform. You can view them here: Objective Build User Tutorials
Objective Build is already in use by several district and city councils across New Zealand (including our neighbours Manawatū District Council and Palmerston North City Council). Their experience shows that it significantly improves the overall management of building consents.
Key benefits include:
- Reusability of information across multiple applications – for developers who work across districts, this streamlines the process with one account to manage all applications.
- Clear visibility into the status of each building consent
- Prompt identification of actions required from users
- Comprehensive management of the consent through its entire lifecycle
Applicants can easily track the progress of their building consent, view any outstanding actions, and stay informed every step of the way—from submission through to completion.