Building Code fire safety review 2024
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment are seeking feedback on fire safety requirements in the Building Code to offer better protection from fire for people and property.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment are seeking feedback on fire safety requirements in the Building Code to offer better protection from fire for people and property.
The discussion document provides details on the fire safety issues in the Building Code regulations and is used to help get Building Code fire safety review feedback.
This consultation proposes to extend the transition period end dates for both the lead and dezincification plumbing product provisions in New Zealand to realign with the transition period end date in Australia, to 1 May 2026.
This evaluation was designed to better understand how well the current system is aligned with its intended objectives and to explore the underlying causes of issues with its efficiency, predictability and effectiveness.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) seeks written submissions on proposed amendments to the BuiltReady scheme. This consultation focuses on using the BuiltReady brand and mandating MBIE's manufacturer's certificate template. The consultation deadline closes on 12 December at 5pm.
The Construction Contracts Act 2002 provides a process for dealing with payments and disputes under a construction contract, including retention money provisions to protect subcontractors.
Have your say on the draft Technical Specification for Structural design actions – Part 5: Earthquake actions – New Zealand (TS1170.5) which focuses on providing updated engineering guidance to determine earthquake loadings when designing new buildings.
MBIE is conducting a review of the building consent system to address long standing issues impacting the consenting process.
Crown copyright © 2026
https://www.mbie.govt.nz/search
Please note: This content will change over time and can go out of date.