Building consent system review: options paper consultation (2023)
We recently sought feedback as part of the review of the building consent system. This consultation focused on potential options to improve the building consent system.
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Forecast says building activity to return to pre-COVID levels
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has today published the National Construction Pipeline Report 2023 providing a projection of national building and construction activity for the 6 years from December 2022 to December 2028.
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.
Foundations laid for building system efficiencies
The Building Product Information Requirements commenced yesterday (11 December 2023).
Evaluation of the Building Consent System
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.
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.
Proposed amendments to the BuiltReady scheme rules
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.
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.
Understanding the Construction Contracts Act 2002
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.