Building Code fire safety review 2024
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment are seeking feedback on fire safety requirements in the Building Code to offer better protection from fire for people and property.
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Consultation on H1 energy efficiency settings for new builds
Feedback is being sought on the H1 Energy Efficiency standards, specifically looking at insulation settings and improving flexibility of building designs.
Remediation deadline relief for earthquake-prone building owners
The Government has passed the Building (Earthquake-prone Building Deadlines and Other Matters) Amendment Bill that will extend earthquake-prone building remediation deadlines by 4 years.
Executive summary
Feedback wanted on better protecting people and property from fire
The Government is seeking feedback from the building and construction sector on key issues they have experienced or identified in the Building Code related to fire safety.
Building Code fire safety review discussion document
The discussion document provides details on the fire safety issues in the Building Code regulations and is used to help get Building Code fire safety review feedback.
Government looking to strengthen requirements for building professionals
A skilled and competent workforce plays a critical role in our building system, protecting New Zealanders from harm by ensuring services are performed with reasonable and consistent care and skill to ensure building work is done right the first time.
Government announces new work programme to reform the building consent system
The Government has announced a new programme of work to investigate significant reform of the building consent system in New Zealand. The aim is to drive consistency, certainty and efficiency, making it clearer and easier for Kiwis to build.
Dam safety regulations now in force
The Building (Dam Safety) Regulations 2022 commenced on 13 May 2024.
Government announces changes to improve access to overseas building products
On 4 April 2024 the Government announced work is underway to make it easier to use new building products from overseas.