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Granny flat resource consent exemptions locked in

The National Environmental Standards for Detached Minor Residential Units (NES-DMRU) is now in force – removing the requirement for resource consents if granny flat exceptions are met, setting national permitted activity rules for granny flats and clarifying what builders must do to avoid resource consent

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Sleep outs are not granny flats – part three

Part three of this BRANZ bulletin explains the Schedule 1 exemptions for sleepouts, including what’s allowed, the conditions that apply and when building or resource…

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Updated granny flat rules increase choice

Tradies will soon be able to build small standalone dwellings (granny flats) with even fewer consenting requirements, as the Government confirms updated rules aimed at…

Building & Housing

New Zealand moves to expand self-certification for plumbers and drainlayers

A planned expansion of self-certification for plumbers and drainlayers signals a shift in how routine construction work is approved – placing greater responsibility on qualified…

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