Have you been getting consents for low-risk jobs that don’t require them? Or worse, carrying out work that does require a consent without getting one? Perhaps you’ve heard the news about granny flats but aren’t sure the exact details? Schedule 1 of the Building Act details what building work can be carried out without a consent; this article highlights common exempt building work that landscapers may be asked to carry out, including an update about consent-free granny flat re

Have you been getting consents for low-risk jobs that don’t require them? Or worse, have you been carrying out work that does require a...

If your client has asked you to design or install a pool, it is important to be aware of the relevant safety legislation. This article by...

Strict regulations ensure the safety of children around swimming pools by requiring the installation of suitable barriers and restricting...

Building a fence might seem straightforward but there are a number of consent issues to consider. Understand whether your client needs a...

In a last chance warning to the construction sector, Inland Revenue is telling businesses and sole traders to do the right thing and get...

Have you been getting consents for low-risk jobs that don’t require them? Or worse, have you been carrying out work that does require a...

In August 2020, more building consent exemptions were added to Schedule 1 of the Building Act. As builders have become busier and busier,...

At the time of publication, the whole of New Zealand is at red under the traffic light system. To help guide businesses through the...