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Amendments to building consent exemptions in Schedule 1 of the Building Act 2004

We work with the sector to make improvements and additions to the list of building work that can be undertaken without requiring 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 > Work you can do without a building consent > Amendments to building consent exemptions in Schedule 1 of the Building Act 2004

3rd edition, amendment 2

H1 Energy efficiency – H1/VM1, H1/AS1. Third edition, Amendment 2.
Building Code compliance > H Energy efficiency > H1 Energy efficiency > Acceptable Solutions & Verification Methods > 3rd edition, amendment 2

Transcript: Case Study - Purepods

Transcript for "Purepods case study" video.
Transcripts > Transcript: Case Study - Purepods

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

Glazing and glass options

Invest in high-performing windows to reduce heat loss and keep your home warm, dry, and healthy.
Getting started > Smarter Homes guides > Construction and materials > Glazing and glass options

Passive cooling

Design your home to keep it comfortable throughout summer without needing air conditioning.
Getting started > Smarter Homes guides > Design > Passive cooling

Useful links

Useful resources for building and construction projects.
Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Work you can do without a building consent > Useful links

Building Amendment Bill introduced to Parliament

The Building Amendment Bill proposes reforms to New Zealand's building system, including changes to liability settings, consenting processes and research funding. The reforms are designed to make building easier, faster and more affordable, while supporting a more efficient construction sector and stronger protections for homeowners.
News and updates > Building Amendment Bill introduced to Parliament

1.5 Removal of structures (1. General alterations, maintenance and removal)

This exemption allows for the removal of building work where the design was carried out 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 > 1. General alterations, maintenance and removal > 1.5 Removal of structures

Resources

Information to support more informed decisions about energy efficient, low carbon and resilient buildings.
Getting started > Climate Change Work Programme > Resources
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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: