For information about opening and running a hairdressing salon in the Whakatāne District, read the guides below or call us on 07 306 0500 to speak with an Environmental Health Officer.

Establishing a Hairdressing Salon

This guide includes information about how to gain the Certificate of Registration as Hairdresser Premises required to operate a salon, site and layout plans, and regulations relating to hairdressing salons in the Whakatāne District. Compliance with the Health (Hairdressers) Regulations 1980 is required.

Establishing a Hairdressing Salon Guide - (PDF, 528 KB)

Hairdressers' Conduct

This guide includes information about hygiene, sanitary practices, towels and coverings, refreshments and regulations.

Hairdressers Conduct Guide - (PDF, 620 KB)

Certificate of Registration

To apply for a Certificate of Registration, please download and complete the form in the Documents section of this page. After completing the application form, please return with the lodgement fee to Customer Services at the Council offices.

Transfer a Certificate of Registration as Hairdresser Premises

To transfer a Certificate of Registration if you sell your business, you’ll need to complete the application form in the Documents section of this page and return it to the Council’s Customer Services Centre with the transfer fee.

Forms are also available at the Council.