Last updated: 3 July 2026
These guides explain each stage of building a granny flat under the exemption.
They cover key steps, roles and what you need to do to meet requirements.
Choose a stage below to start or continue your granny flat project.
This information is published by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s Chief Executive. It is a general guide only and, if used, does not relieve any person of the obligation to consider any matter to which the information relates according to the circumstances of the particular case. Expert advice may be required in specific circumstances. Where this information relates to assisting people:
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