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Demonstrating and assessing compliance for buildings undergoing alterations (Altering an existing building)

If your building is undergoing an alteration this process will help you understand how you can meet the requirements.
Building Code compliance > B Stability > B1 Structure > Altering an existing building > Demonstrating and assessing compliance for buildings undergoing alterations

Building warrants of fitness

Understand BWoFs and the territorial authority’s administration and enforcement role.
Guides for building officials > Building warrants of fitness

Understanding ‘nil to low’ and ‘low to moderate’ intensity (Exemptions from carrying out seismic work)

Earthquake-prone buildings must have ‘nil to low’ or ‘low to moderate’ intensity to be eligible for an exemption.
Building Code compliance > B Stability > B1 Structure > Exemptions from carrying out seismic work > Understanding ‘nil to low’ and ‘low to moderate’ intensity

Complying with the regulations

Learn about the actions dam owners are required to take.
Managing buildings > Dam safety requirements > Complying with the regulations

Acceptable Solution and Verification Method amendments November 2018

Seven Acceptable Solutions and four Verification Methods for complying with the New Zealand Building Code have been amended. Changes are effective from 30 November 2018.
News and updates > Acceptable Solution and Verification Method amendments November 2018

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

Recording and reporting of non-compliance

How non-compliance with accreditation requirements is defined, recorded and reported.
BCA accreditation > Recording and reporting of non-compliance

Regulation 17 – Assuring quality

BCAs must have a system that supports quality and continuous improvement in its management and operation.
BCA accreditation > Detailed regulatory guidance on the BCA accreditation scheme > Regulation 17 – Assuring quality

2021 Building Code update

More insights and information on the proposed changes in the Building Code Update 2021 consultation.
Building Code compliance > Maintaining the Building Code > 2021 Building Code update

Emissions Reduction Plan released by Government

The Government has released Aotearoa New Zealand’s first Emissions Reduction Plan, which outlines the actions to be taken across sectors to reduce our emissions. This is one of the steps to meet our 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions goal.
News and updates > Emissions Reduction Plan released by Government
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