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2.4. Single-storey detached buildings not exceeding 30 sqm in floor area (2. Detached, standalone buildings)

Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Exempt building work guidance > 2. Detached, standalone buildings > 2.4. Single-storey detached buildings not exceeding 30 sqm in floor area >
This exemption allows for single-storey detached buildings up to 30sqm with the help of an LBP.

10.1 Private household playground equipment (10. Playground equipment)

Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Exempt building work guidance > 10. Playground equipment > 10.1 Private household playground equipment >
Playground equipment doesn't require a building consent if it's for a single household and under 3 metres high.

3.4 Internal linings and finishes in existing dwelling (3. Windows, doors and walls)

Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Exempt building work guidance > 3. Windows, doors and walls > 3.4 Internal linings and finishes in existing dwelling >
Building consent is not needed to replace or alter a dwelling's internal linings and wall, ceiling and floor finishes.

7.2 Short-span bridges on private land (7. Platforms, decks and bridges)

Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Exempt building work guidance > 7. Platforms, decks and bridges > 7.2 Short-span bridges on private land >
Certain bridges built on private land don't need a consent if they are designed by a chartered professional engineer.

3.3 Internal walls and doorways in existing building (3. Windows, doors and walls)

Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Exempt building work guidance > 3. Windows, doors and walls > 3.3 Internal walls and doorways in existing building >
A building consent is usually not required to construct, alter or remove an internal wall or doorway.

3.1 Windows and exterior doorways in existing dwellings and outbuildings (3. Windows, doors and walls)

Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Exempt building work guidance > 3. Windows, doors and walls > 3.1 Windows and exterior doorways in existing dwellings and outbuildings >
A building consent is usually not required for work related to a window or exterior doorway in an existing dwelling.

2.9 Demolition of detached building (2. Detached, standalone buildings)

Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Exempt building work guidance > 2. Detached, standalone buildings > 2.9 Demolition of detached building >
A building consent is not required to demolish a detached building up to 3 storeys high.

2.7. Single-storey pole sheds and hay barns in rural zones – Licensed Building Practitioner (2. Detached, standalone buildings)

Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Exempt building work guidance > 2. Detached, standalone buildings > 2.7. Single-storey pole sheds and hay barns in rural zones – Licensed Building Practitioner >
This exemption allows for polesheds or hay barns to be built up to 110sqm in rural zones with the help of an LBP.

2.8 Repair or replacement of outbuilding (2. Detached, standalone buildings)

Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Exempt building work guidance > 2. Detached, standalone buildings > 2.8 Repair or replacement of outbuilding >
A building consent is usually not required to replace or repair outbuildings and private swimming pools.

2.6. Single-storey pole sheds and hay barns in rural zones – Chartered Professional Engineer (2. Detached, standalone buildings)

Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Exempt building work guidance > 2. Detached, standalone buildings > 2.6. Single-storey pole sheds and hay barns in rural zones – Chartered Professional Engineer >
This exemption allows for polesheds or hay barns to be built up to 110sqm in rural zones with the help of an engineer.
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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: