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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

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

Operating Protocol - Tier framework to support standards in the Building Code system (Standards)

The framework that will be considered when programming updates to standards referenced in the Building Code system.
Building Code compliance > How the Building Code works > Standards > Operating Protocol - Tier framework to support standards in the Building Code system

Your product and the law

You need to understand your obligations if you manufacture, import or supply building products in New Zealand.
Building Code compliance > Product assurance and certification schemes > Product assurance for building products > Your product and the law

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

Plumbers and drainlayers self-certification scheme: information for plumbers and drainlayers

Find out how to become endorsed, what work can be self-certified, your responsibilities when issuing certificates of compliance, and the accountability requirements that apply.

Certifying plumbers and drainlayers will be able to apply to become endorsed by the end of 2026 with the Plumbers, Gasfitters, and Drainlayers Board.

Projects & consents > Self-certification schemes > Plumbers and drainlayers self-certification scheme > Plumbers and drainlayers

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

Endorsed Standards

Endorsed Standards are making it easier to use building products from recognised overseas jurisdictions.
Building Code compliance > Product assurance and certification schemes > Overseas products and standards > Endorsed Standards

Issuing and amending compliance schedules

Valuable information in compliance schedules help keep buildings safe for users.
Guides for building officials > Issuing and amending compliance schedules
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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: