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2018/066: Authority’s decision to issue a code compliance certificate for alterations to a relocated house

This determination considers the issue of a code compliance certificate for alterations to a relocated house.  The determination discusses the compliance of the building work with the building consent and with relevant clauses of the Building Code
Determination 2018/066 [PDF 269 KB] Date issued: 21 December 2018

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Also related to:
B1 - StructureD1 - Access routesE1 - Surface WaterE2 - External MoistureE3 - Internal moistureF4 - Safety from fallingB2 - Durability
Primary topic:
Compliance
Council:
Far North District Council
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2024/048: Regarding an authority’s decision to grant a building consent

This determination considers an authority’s decision to grant a building consent regarding building work associated with the relocation of an existing dwelling. The authority believes it granted the building consent in error, and that decision should be reversed, due to concerns that have subsequently arisen with the designs for the onsite surface water and foul water disposal systems.
Determination 2024/048 [PDF 527 KB] Date issued: 24 September 2024

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Also related to:
E1 - Surface WaterG13 - Foul waterB2 - Durability
Primary topic:
Building controls process
Council:
Hastings District Council
Section of the Building Act:
17,40,67,71
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2015/005: The refusal to issue a code compliance certificate for a 12 year-old house completed under the supervision of a building certifier

Where a building certifier registered under the former Act ceased operating before the code compliance certificate was issued. Discussed whether there is sufficient evidence to establish the building work complies with the Building Code that applied at the time the building consent was granted, and what is the appropriate regulatory action by the authority and what certificate is to be issued.
Determination 2015/005 [PDF 374 KB] Date issued: 11 February 2015

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Also related to:
B1 - StructureE2 - External MoistureE3 - Internal moistureF4 - Safety from falling
Primary topic:
Building Certifier
Council:
Kapiti Coast District Council
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Complaint form for Building Consent Authorities

BCAs can complain to the Building Practitioners Board if they believe builders have not met expected standards.
Complaint form for BCAs

2017/052: Refusal to issue a certificate of acceptance for recladding a 22-year-old building

This determination considers two applications made for a certificate of acceptance for the recladding of an existing building: the work has been undertaken without a building consent having been issued. Both applications were declined by the authority. The determination considers the compliance of the work itself, the basis on which the work was done, and whether the authority was correct to decline the applications.
Determination 2017/052 [PDF 332 KB] Date issued: 7 July 2017

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Primary Building Code clause:
E2 - External Moisture
Also related to:
B1 - StructureC3 - Fire affecting areas beyond the fire sourceB2 - Durability
Primary topic:
Compliance
Council:
Christchurch City Council
Section of the Building Act:
96
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2025/034: Refusal to grant a building consent amendment for the installation of uPVC joinery

This determination considers an authority’s decision to refuse to grant an application for an amendment to a building consent for the installation of new uPVC joinery installed as part of building work to alter to an existing building. The determination considers the authority’s reasons for the refusal.
Determination 2025/034 [PDF 328 KB] Date issued: 22 July 2025

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Primary Building Code clause:
B2 - Durability
Also related to:
B1 - StructureE2 - External Moisture
Primary topic:
Durability
Council:
Auckland Council
Section of the Building Act:
17, 45, 49 and 50
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Purpose and objectives of the BCA accreditation scheme

The purpose and objectives of the building consent authority accreditation scheme.
BCA accreditation > Purpose and objectives of the BCA accreditation scheme

2015/024: Regarding the refusal to issue a code compliance certificate for a 12 year-old house completed under the supervision of a building certifier

Discussed as title and whether a comparison to the wharenui (marae buildings) exemption is appropriate. Also provides a general framework for modifications or waivers under section 67 of the Act, and methodology for deciding whether it is “reasonable” to grant a modification, for example, by reviewing the extent and possible consequence of the non-compliance with a specific performance clause, or reviewing for consistency with the purpose and principles of the Building Act.
Determination 2015/024 [PDF 254 KB] Date issued: 19 May 2015

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Primary Building Code clause:
Schedule 1 - Building Code
Primary topic:
Building Certifier
Council:
Selwyn District Council
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2024/021: Regarding the issuing of a notice to fix for a partially completed new single storey residential building

This determination considers the decision by an authority to issue a notice to fix for a partially completed new single storey residential building. The determination considers whether the areas of work identified on the notice comply with the building consent and whether the foundations comply with Building Code clause B1.3.1.
Determination 2024/021 [PDF 665 KB] Date issued: 8 May 2024

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Primary Building Code clause:
B1 - Structure
Also related to:
E2 - External MoistureB2 - Durability
Primary topic:
Compliance
Council:
Christchurch City Council
Section of the Building Act:
164,17,40
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How MultiProof works

MultiProof is a way of establishing that a design complies with NZ Building Code.
Building Code compliance > Product assurance and certification schemes > MultiProof > How MultiProof works
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