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13.2 Retaining walls up to 1.5 metres depth of ground (13. Support structures)

A building consent is not needed for retaining walls up to 1.5 metres high that are not supporting any additional load.
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 > 13.2 Retaining walls up to 1.5 metres depth of ground

2019/035: Regarding the refusal to issue an exemption under Schedule 1(2) of the Act for a proposed horse shelter

This determination considers whether a proposed horse shelter was exempt from the need for a building consent under Schedule 1 of the Act and also whether the authority was correct to refuse to issue an exemption under Schedule 1(2).  The determination discusses what an authority can consider when considering whether to grant a discretionary exemption under Schedule 1(2).
Determination 2019/035 [PDF 169 KB] Date issued: 24 July 2019

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Building Act Interpretation
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6.4 Closing in existing veranda or patio (6. Porches, verandas and pergolas)

A building consent is not required to close in an existing veranda or patio if it is under 5 square 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 > 6. Porches, verandas and pergolas > 6.4 Closing in existing veranda or patio

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

This exemption allows for polesheds or hay barns to be built up to 110sqm in rural zones with the help of an LBP.
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

2025/014: An authority’s decision to issue a notice to fix for a detached toilet building

This determination considers a notice to fix alleging the owner has carried out building work without building consent in contravention of section 40 of the Building Act. The determination considers the exemption contained in clause 7 of Schedule 1 of the Act, the evidential threshold required for a notice to fix to be issued, and the remedies in the notice.
Determination 2025/014 [PDF 367 KB] Date issued: 12 March 2025

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Primary topic:
Schedule 1
Council:
Auckland Council
Section of the Building Act:
164, 165, Schedule 1
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2015/031: Refusal to issue compliance certificates for a 12 year-old shop, 8 year-old toilet block and alterations to a building consent

Discussed building work exempt under Schedule 1 for which building consent is not required, compliance of building work with the Building Code in force at the time of construction, and amendment to a building consent to modify the durability periods and remove building elements that no longer exist. Also discussed the need for a certificate of acceptance for alterations carried out without building consent when consent was required.
Determination 2015/031 [PDF 143 KB] Date issued: 7 June 2015

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B1 - StructureG12 - Water suppliesG13 - Foul waterB2 - DurabilityC - Protection from Fire
Primary topic:
Compliance
Council:
Waimakariri District Council
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6.1. Porches and verandas up to 20 square metres (6. Porches, verandas and pergolas)

A building consent is usually not required for work related to an attached porch or veranda up to 20 square 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 > 6. Porches, verandas and pergolas > 6.1. Porches and verandas up to 20 square metres

7.1 Decks, platforms, bridges, boardwalks, etc (7. Platforms, decks and bridges)

A building consent is not required for decks, platforms and bridges where you can't fall more than 1.5 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 > 7. Platforms, decks and bridges > 7.1 Decks, platforms, bridges, boardwalks, etc

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

Porches and verandas can be built up to 30sqm if you engage a Licensed Building Practitioner.
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 > 6.3. Porches and verandas exceeding 20 sqm in floor area but not exceeding 30 sqm - LBP

2015/021: Regarding the refusal to issue an exemption under Schedule 1(2) for plumbing and drainage work

Discussed the nature and complexity of building work and the relative competencies of those carrying out the work in relation to whether an exemption for building consent should be granted under Schedule 1(2), and the need for independent quality assurance systems and checks against the Building Code.
Determination 2015/021 [PDF 114 KB] Date issued: 11 May 2015

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Primary topic:
Building controls process
Council:
Wellington City Council
Section of the Building Act:
Schedule 1
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