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Building System Reforms

The Building System Reforms aim to lift performance of the regulatory system and drive better outcomes for the sector and for New Zealanders. A high performing building and construction industry is crucial to Aotearoa New Zealand's economy and vital for delivering safe, healthy and durable buildings for everyone. The Building System Reforms have been phased so we can deliver positive changes quickly, while continuing to focus on areas that need more development. This gives the sector time to shift to new regulatory settings with minimal disruption.

Programme details

Learn about the background to the reforms, why we are making these changes and how to keep informed.

Delivering changes to occupational regulation in the sector

Occupational regulation reforms will ensure that an appropriate competency bar is set for all building professionals, that only skilled and competent people carry out building work, and poor performers are held to account .

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