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11.3 Flexible water storage bladders (11. Pools, tanks, and dams)

A flexible water storage bladder doesn't need a building consent in certain instances if they are on suitable ground.
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 > 11.3 Flexible water storage bladders

3.3 Internal walls and doorways in existing building (3. Windows, doors and walls)

A building consent is usually not required to construct, alter or remove an internal wall or doorway.
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 > 3.3 Internal walls and doorways in existing building

Scope and design

Learn where to start your building or renovation project, your legal obligations and where to get more information.
Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design

9.2 Means of restricting access to small heated pools (9. Fencing and restrictions)

A spa pool cover does not require a building consent if it meets Building Code requirements for safety covers.
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 > 9. Fencing and restrictions > 9.2 Means of restricting access to small heated pools

14.6 Temporary storage stacks (14. Other structures)

Temporary stacks of goods or materials used in construction can be built without a consent in certain instances.
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 > 14. Other structures > 14.6 Temporary storage stacks

Obligations and responsibilities of owner-builders and their building project

If you're an owner-builder, you may be exempt from needed an LBP for your Restricted Building Work.
Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Choosing the right people for your type of building work > Owner-builder obligations

8.7. Ground floor awnings between 20 and 30 sqm in size - Chartered Professional Engineer (8. Shelters, shades and carports)

An awning can be built up to 30sqm in certain instances If the designed or the design is supervised by an 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 > 8. Shelters, shades and carports > 8.7. Ground floor awnings between 20 and 30 sqm in size - Chartered Professional Engineer

Use licensed professionals for restricted building work

Understand why you might need an LBP for some residential building work and where to find one.
Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Choosing the right people for your type of building work > Use licensed professionals for restricted building work

14.5 Permanent outdoor fireplaces and ovens (14. Other structures)

This exemption allows for permanent outdoor fireplaces and ovens up to a certain size without 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 > 14. Other structures > 14.5 Permanent outdoor fireplaces and ovens

Understand your land so you design well

You can learn the latest about your land, and any requirements you'll need to meet before building.
Getting started > Stages of the building process > Understand your land
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