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Complaints about building consent authorities

If you can't resolve a problem with a building consent authority directly, you may be able to make a complaint to MBIE.
Resolving problems > Resolution options > Formal complaints > Complaints about building consent authorities

2018/040: Refusal to issue a building consent in respect of custom window joinery

This determination considers whether the authority correctly exercised its powers in refusing to issue a building consent for a new house with a fixed glazing system.

Determination 2018/040 [PDF 580 KB] Date issued: 30 August 2018

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Primary Building Code clause:
E2 - External Moisture
Also related to:
B1 - Structure
Primary topic:
Building Act Interpretation
Council:
Auckland Council
Section of the Building Act:
49
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Documentation and evidence for building consent (Fire performance of external wall cladding systems - Revision 2: 2020)

Information for BCAs to consider when assessing external wall cladding systems for compliance with Building Code Clause C3 External spread of fire.

Building Code compliance > C Protection from fire > C1 Objectives of Clauses C2 to C6 > Fire performance of external wall cladding systems - Revision 2: 2020 > Documentation and evidence for building consent

Notes for Retaining walls: 13.2-13.3 (13. Support structures)

Before you start on a retaining wall, check if you need the help of a Chartered Professional Engineer.
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 > 13. Support structures > Notes for Retaining walls: 13.2-13.3

Regulation 7(2)(g) – Receiving and managing inquiries about building control functions

BCA accreditation > Detailed regulatory guidance on the BCA accreditation scheme > Regulation 7 – Performing building control functions > Regulation 7(2)(g) – Receiving and managing inquiries about building control functions

Natural hazard sections of the Building Act

A new guidance document on the natural hazard provisions of the Building Act has been developed.
Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Natural hazard sections of the Building Act

2016/059: Regarding the compliance of uPVC window and door joinery installed to a house

This determination considers the compliance of a substituted uPVC joinery product that is the subject of an application to amend a building consent. The determination discusses the evidence base and consequences of failure.

Determination 2016/059 [PDF 210 KB] Date issued: 2 December 2016

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Primary Building Code clause:
B1 - Structure
Also related to:
E2 - External MoistureB2 - Durability
Primary topic:
Structure
Council:
Manawatu District Council
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2015/074:Regarding the installation of a lift without building consent, and a request to remove the compliance schedule ...

Regarding the installation of a lift without building consent, and a request to remove the compliance schedule, for a multi-unit residential building.

Determination 2015/074 [PDF 191 KB] Date issued: 30 November 2015

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Also related to:
C3 - Fire affecting areas beyond the fire source
Primary topic:
Fire safety
Council:
Palmerston North City Council
Section of the Building Act:
Section 100
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Building consents under investigation

The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is aware of allegations of an individual completing and signing documents relating to building consent applications using the identities and credentials of others without their permission.
News and updates > Building consents under investigation

Requesting information about means of escape from fire for existing buildings

Fire protection clause changes (2013) explained, in relation to existing buildings and building consent applications.
Building Code compliance > C Protection from fire > C1 Objectives of Clauses C2 to C6 > Means of escape
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