The Government has announced proposed legislative changes aimed at making the earthquake-prone building (EPB) system more risk-based and proportionate, by focusing on higher seismic risk areas and high-risk buildings. A bill containing the proposed changes is expected to be introduced in coming months.
The New Zealand Claims Resolution Service (NZCRS) is a free service that provides homeowners with independent advice, case management, and access to legal and technical services after a natural disaster damages their home.