Building consent system changes

18 August 2025

Source:

New Zealand Government

Publication date:

2025

Biggest building consent system reform in decades

The Government is changing building and construction liability settings and making it easier for Building Consent Authorities (BCAs) to voluntarily consolidate their functions.

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