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Building consent system evaluation

We are taking an in-depth look at the building consent system to better understand how it is working and to help identify opportunities for improvement.
News and updates > Building consent system evaluation

Understanding the building consent process

Building consent process information, including timeframes and a flow chart.
Projects & consents > Apply for building consent > Building consent process

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

Guidance to building consent amendments

Interim amendment guidance, to help you understand the requirements for changing your consented building plans.
Projects & consents > Build to the consent > Making changes to your plans > Guidance to building consent amendments

2.9 Demolition of detached building (2. Detached, standalone buildings)

A building consent is not required to demolish a detached building up to 3 storeys high.
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 > 2.9 Demolition of detached building

Wet area showers need building consent

Wet area showers have critical design elements and are not low risk, so need a building consent.
Building Code compliance > E Moisture > E3 Internal moisture > Wet area showers need building consent

Guide: MultiProof approval in the building consent process

Accessible version of the step-by-step guide: MultiProof approval in the building consent process.

Building Code compliance > Product assurance and certification schemes > MultiProof > Resources > Guide: MultiProof approval in the building consent process

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

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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1.3 Penetrations (1. General alterations, maintenance and removal)

A building consent is usually not required to make a penetration up to 300 mm through internal or external components.
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 > 1. General alterations, maintenance and removal > 1.3 Penetrations
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