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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.
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Publication of the Building and Construction Sector Trends Annual Report 2023
The Building and Construction Sector Trends Annual Report 2023 provides an overview of the significant trends in the Aotearoa/New Zealand building and construction sector.
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Leading the way for new seismic engineering practices
The consultation on the first draft of TS 1170.5, a new technical specification for engineers working within the context of the National Seismic Hazard Model, has been extended to 3 April, 2024.
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Summary of submissions published for the Building consent system review: options paper
We recently sought feedback as part of the review of the building consent system. This consultation focused on potential options for improvement to this system.
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Looking ahead on building and construction in Aotearoa/New Zealand
The National Construction Pipeline Report 2023 forecasts a sustainable pipeline of work starting across the building and construction sector through to December 2028.
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Top tips for a safer summer in the pool
As we the weather warms up, the Building Performance team would like to remind all New Zealanders on the importance of keeping safe around the pool this summer.
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2023: An eventful year for Building Emergency Management
Responding to the severe weather that hit many regions across Aotearoa/New Zealand.
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Updated guidance for remediation work in flood damaged buildings
Updated guidance has been released to assist with navigating remediation and recovery work in flood damaged buildings.
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BuiltReady accreditation body open to applications
BuiltReady applications for accreditation are now open to certification bodies.
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New Building Code documents published on 2 November 2023
MBIE has published Building Code updates on plumbing and drainage, protection from fire and structural stability of hollow-core floors.