Insulation requirements in housing and other buildings
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Seismic Review Steering Group
The Seismic Review Steering Group will provide expert oversight for the review of seismic risk management in existing buildings, which is being delivered by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment.
New liability rules for the construction sector to improve consumer protection
The Government will introduce mandatory home warranties and professional indemnity insurance requirements for design professionals.
Building Code decisions made on lead in plumbing products and hollow-core flooring to improve the health and safety of New Zealanders
Following consultation earlier this year on proposed changes to the Building Code, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has today announced decisions on lead in new plumbing products and hollow-core flooring systems.
Occupational regulation reforms in the building and construction sector
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) asked for feedback on its review of occupational regulation in early 2023. This consultation closed on 6 April 2023.
Construction sector trends monthly media and information overview: September 2021
An overview of the key research, data, and media releases in September 2021.
Changes to support the integrity and compliance of the building warrant of fitness regime
Cabinet have approved changes to the building warrant of fitness regime, including new and enhanced offences and penalties for non-compliance.
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.
Making it easier to build granny flats (2024)
The Government recently sought public feedback on options to make it easier to build granny flats.
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.