Construction sector trends monthly media and information overview: September 2021
An overview of the key research, data, and media releases in September 2021.
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Temporary Accommodation Service activated for the Tasman and Nelson severe weather event
Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka has announced that the Temporary Accommodation Service (TAS) in the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) activated at 12:00pm on Friday 11 July to offer support to households displaced by the recent severe weather event in Tasman and Nelson regions.
3. Understanding how well the building consent system is aligned with its intent
The building consent system provides assurance that the performance of a building satisfies the requirements of the Building Code.
Earthquake-prone building system changes announced
The Government has announced proposed legislative changes aimed at making the earthquake-prone building (EPB) system more risk-based and proportionate, by focusing on higher seismic risk areas and high-risk buildings. A bill containing the proposed changes is expected to be introduced in coming months.
Response to Canterbury earthquakes
Since the first Canterbury earthquakes in 2010, we have investigated the impact and developed resources and guidance to help with the rebuild.
Making it easier to build granny flats (2024)
The Government recently sought public feedback on options to make it easier to build granny flats.
Temporary Accommodation Service active for latest severe weather events
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.
Supermarket fast-track pathway opening
The Government has passed the Fast-track Approvals Amendment Bill which includes changes to boost grocery competition.
Construction sector trends monthly media and information overview: August 2021
An overview of the key research, data, and media releases in August 2021.
Government makes it easier to use overseas building products and introduces regular update cycle for the Building Code system
MBIE has published the first version of the Building Product Specifications, and the Government is adopting a new approach to making major changes to the Building Code system.