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Government building system reforms
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.
Temporary Accommodation Service activated to support those impacted by Otago severe weather event
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s (MBIE) Temporary Accommodation Service (TAS) has been activated today to support households displaced by flooding caused by the severe weather event in the Otago region.
Changes to building regulations for minor variations and minor customisations
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.
Overseas Building Products Bill introduced
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.
Earthquake-prone building remediation deadline and other matters Bill has first reading
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 Consent Authorities to get more time to focus on consenting activities
Building control officers will be required to complete their competency assessments at least every 2 years rather than annually.
Change to height and volume of dams impacted by the dam safety regulations
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.
Public feedback wanted on ‘granny flats’
The Government is consulting on options to make it easier to build granny flats.
Amended dam safety regulations to commence this month
New and amended regulations to improve the safety and resilience of Aotearoa New Zealand’s dams come into force on Monday 13 May 2024.