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2022/020: Regarding the issue of a notice to fix and the refusal to issue two discretionary exemptions under schedule 1(2)

This determination considers the authority's decision to issue a notice to fix for building work carried out in contravention of section 40 of the Building Act (building work not to be carried out without building consent). In deciding this, consideration is given to whether the building work falls within the exemption outlined in Schedule 1(7) of the Act. This determination also considers the authority's decision to refuse to issue two discretionary exemptions applications under Schedule 1(2) of the Act (exemption from the requirement to obtain a building consent.

Determination 2022/020 [PDF 750 KB] Date issued: 28 October 2022

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Primary topic:
Schedule 1
Council:
Dunedin City Council
Section of the Building Act:
164, 40, Schedule 1, Schedule 1 Clause 2 Territorial and regional authority discretionary exemptions
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3.4 Internal linings and finishes in existing dwelling (3. Windows, doors and walls)

Building consent is not needed to replace or alter a dwelling's internal linings and wall, ceiling and floor finishes.
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

4.5 Replacement or repositioning of water heater connected to controlled heat source (4. Plumbing and drainage)

An authorised person can replace or reposition an existing water heater in certain circumstances.
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 > 4. Plumbing and drainage > 4.5 Replacement or repositioning of water heater connected to controlled heat source

4.3 Repair and maintenance of existing water heater (4. Plumbing and drainage)

An authorised person can maintain water heaters associated with buildings without needing 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 > 4. Plumbing and drainage > 4.3 Repair and maintenance of existing water heater

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

A building consent is usually not required to replace or repair outbuildings and private swimming pools.
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

11.1 Tanks and pools (11. Pools, tanks, and dams)

Storage tanks and pools usually don't require a building consent if they meet capacity and height requirements.
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 > 11. Pools, tanks, and dams > 11.1 Tanks and pools

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

4.6 Minor alteration to drains (4. Plumbing and drainage)

An authorised person can alter an existing private drain without a building consent in a dwelling.
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 > 4. Plumbing and drainage > 4.6 Minor alteration to drains

2023/029: An authority's refusal of an application for a discretionary exemption from the requirement to obtain a building consent

This determination considers an authority's decision to refuse an application for a discretionary exemption from the requirement to obtain building consent, under clause 2 of Schedule 1 of the Building Act 2004. The determination considers the authority’s reasons for refusal, and whether a discretionary exemption can be considered after the building work has been completed.

Determination 2023/029 [PDF 581 KB] Date issued: 26 October 2023

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Primary topic:
Schedule 1
Council:
Otorohanga District Council
Section of the Building Act:
40, 41, 42A, Schedule 1 Clause 2
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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
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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: