Self-certification schemes

Self-certification schemes intend to streamline the building consent system.

Learn about how the schemes will work, who can apply, and the responsibilities of everyone involved.

Plumbers and drainlayers self-certification scheme

The plumbing and drainlaying self-certification scheme allows endorsed plumbers and drainlayers to certify eligible work themselves instead of having it inspected by a building consent authority (BCA). The scheme is voluntary and applies only to specified plumbing and drainlaying work.

Plumbers and drainlayers self-certification scheme

Residential builders self-certification scheme

A self-certification scheme for residential builders is still being developed. The scheme is not yet available.

Overview of the residential builders self-certification scheme

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