Summary of submissions
Making it easier to build granny flats.
Making it easier to build granny flats.
Making it easier to build granny flats.
The Government has recently outlined a number of reforms underway in the building and construction portfolio via a press release issued by the Building and Construction Minister, Hon Chris Penk.
From 30 September 2024, changes to building regulations have been enacted making it easier for homeowners, builders and designers to make simple changes to consented building designs or pre-approved MultiProof designs.
Earlier this month, the Building (Overseas Building Products, Standards, and Certification Schemes) Amendment Bill (the Bill) was introduced to the House. The Bill introduces changes to the Building Act which will reduce barriers to using quality overseas building products in building work throughout New Zealand.
On Thursday 8 August 2024, the Building (Earthquake-prone Building Deadlines and Other Matters) Amendment Bill to extend the deadline for the remediation of earthquake-prone buildings had its first reading in the House.
Building control officers will be required to complete their competency assessments at least every 2 years rather than annually.
The Government has listened to feedback and has made a change to the size of dams impacted by the regulations, to reduce the number of dams that need to comply.
The Government is consulting on options to make it easier to build granny flats.
New and amended regulations to improve the safety and resilience of Aotearoa New Zealand’s dams come into force on Monday 13 May 2024.
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