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Different ways to comply with the Building Code

Find out different ways to demonstrate compliance with the Building Code.
Building Code compliance > How the Building Code works > Different ways to comply with the Building Code

Checking a property for contamination and house condition

Make sure to check the condition, risks, and potential contamination hazards of a site or home.
Getting started > Smarter Homes guides > Siting and location > Checking a property for contamination and house condition

Insulating your home

Homes with good insultation are comfortable all year long, and cost less to heat and cool.
Getting started > Smarter Homes guides > Heating, cooling and insulation > Insulating your home

C1 Objectives of Clauses C2 to C6

Safety objectives for people, other property and firefighting applied to clauses C2 to C6 of the Building Code.
Building Code compliance > C Protection from fire > C1 Objectives of Clauses C2 to C6

Granny flats building consent exemption becomes law on 15 January 2026

New Zealanders can now build granny flats in their backyards without the need for a building consent.
News and updates > Granny flats building consent exemption becomes law on 15 January 2026

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.
News and updates > Summary of submissions published for the Building consent system review: options paper

Owners of earthquake-prone buildings can apply for exemptions (Exemptions from carrying out seismic work)

Earthquake-prone building owners can apply for an exemption from completing seismic work in some cases.
Building Code compliance > B Stability > B1 Structure > Exemptions from carrying out seismic work > Owners of earthquake-prone buildings can apply for exemptions

12.1. Signs up to 6 square metres, with 3 metre height limit (12. Signage)

A sign doesn't require a building consent if its face is under 6 square metres, and height is below 3 metres.
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 > 12. Signage > 12.1. Signs up to 6 square metres, with 3 metre height limit

6.2. Porches and verandas exceeding 20 sqm in floor area but not exceeding 30 sqm - Engineer (6. Porches, verandas and pergolas)

Porches and verandas can be built up to 30sqm if you engage a chartered professional engineer to design or review the de
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 > 6. Porches, verandas and pergolas > 6.2. Porches and verandas exceeding 20 sqm in floor area but not exceeding 30 sqm - Chartered Profes

2.5 Unoccupied detached buildings for housing fixed plants or machinery (2. Detached, standalone buildings)

Certain unoccupied buildings that don't normally pose a safety risk don't require a building consent.
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 > 2.5 Unoccupied detached buildings for housing fixed plants or machinery
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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: