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Farsight NZ LP registered as New Zealand’s second private-sector standalone building consent authority

06 March 2026

MBIE has approved the registration of Wellington-based Farsight NZ LP (Farsight) as a standalone Building Consent Authority.

Regulatory systems Building

Voluntary recall of potentially asbestos impacted fire doors sold by Firemex

24 February 2026

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has been notified that Firemex has issued a voluntary recall of potentially asbestos impacted fire doors.

Health and safety Consumer protection Building

Temporary Accommodation Service active for latest severe weather events

19 February 2026

The Temporary Accommodation Service (TAS) in the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is accepting registrations to support people displaced by recent severe weather events, including the latest events in Manawatū-Whanganui, Ōtorohanga, Waipā, Banks Peninsula and Wellington.

Temporary accommodation

Ready, steady, go for Granny Flats

15 January 2026

Granny flat consent exemption takes effect.

Building

Building (Earthquake-prone Buildings) Amendment Bill first reading

17 December 2025

The Government has introduced the Building (Earthquake-prone Buildings) Amendment Bill, setting a new direction for how Aotearoa manages seismic risk.

Building and construction regulation Earthquakes and natural disasters Building

MultiProof eligibility expanded

15 December 2025

The Government has relaxed eligibility for applying for the national multiple-use building approvals scheme.

Regulatory systems Building and construction regulation Building

Supermarket fast-track pathway opening

11 December 2025

The Government has passed the Fast-track Approvals Amendment Bill which includes changes to boost grocery competition.

Competition regulation Regulatory systems Building and construction regulation Building Government

New pet consent rules and pet bonds

01 December 2025

New laws under the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2024 come into effect today, making it easier for tenants to keep pets and give landlords added protections for their properties.

Tenancy

New one-stop shop to speed up supermarket builds

26 November 2025

The Government has signed an agreement with Christchurch City Council to manage building consents for new supermarkets all over New Zealand.

Regulatory systems Building and construction regulation Building Government

New liability rules for the construction sector to improve consumer protection

24 November 2025

The Government will introduce mandatory home warranties and professional indemnity insurance requirements for design professionals.

Building

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