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    Building guidance notes

    • Alteration or subdivision of an existing building
      Consent requirements when making an alteration to an existing building, extending its specified intended life, or subdividing an existing building.

    • Change of use
      If a building is going to be used for a different purpose to its original intended use, you need to notify Council.

    • Commercial and industrial building
      Overview of requirements, including compliance schedules, specified systems, and Fire and Emergency NZ (FENZ) consent.

    • Certificate for Public Use (CPU)
      Public premises can only be occupied if a Code Compliance Certificate (CCC) has been issued or a CPU is in place.

    • Compliance Schedules and BWOFs
      Some commercial, industrial or communal buildings require a compliance schedule (list of specified systems) and a building warrant of fitness.

    • Natural hazards
      Identifying and addressing natural hazards in relation to your building project.

    • Producer statements
      A producer statement is a professional opinion based on sound judgment and specialist expertise.

    • Swimming pool fencing
      The requirement to install barriers around pools is covered by the Building Act

    • Other legislation
      Resource Management Act 1991, Fire and Emergency Act 2017, Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act 2014, Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 19

    • Specified life of a building
      An owner of a building must give written notice to the Council if it proposes extending the life of the building.

    • Illegal buildings
      All buildings must have a building consent prior to construction, unless exempt.

    Last updated: 02 Apr 2024 4:21pm