Building regulations to be toughened
As the Government has sought to introduce measures to make building easier and more affordable, it has also decided to…
LBP & Regulation
Building consent exemptions
Under Schedule 1 of the Building Act 2004, there are some building projects that don’t require building consent. It was…
Defining supervision in relation to LBPS
Undertaking supervision is an important role and it is important all LBPs consider the practical and legal implications of performing…
A closer look at remote inspections
The Government has announced there will be a public consultation in the coming months on a range of options to…
Kitchen and bathroom home renovations
If you are doing plumbing and drainage work as part of a kitchen or bathroom home renovation, you may not…
When is a determination appropriate?
When conflicts arise between parties involved in a building project, finding the right resolution is crucial. As Licensed Building Practitioners…
Records of Work
When completing and issuing Records of Work (RoWs), Licensed Building Practitioners (LBPs) have certain obligations The Building Practitioners Board…
Repairing flood damaged buildings
What you need to know when repairing flood damaged buildings and carrying out work under the schedule 1 exemptions of…
The business side of being a tradie
Starting your own business can be a daunting task and often we learn on the job. You’re confident on the…
Energy-based hazard recognition
What if I said to you that people working on building sites up and down New Zealand are only able…
The code of ethics and what it means for you – part 3
This article is the third in a series about the LBP Code of Ethics and what it means to you.…
Lessons from latest board decision
The Building Practitioners Board recently concluded an investigation, which demonstrated the limitations of clause 3A of Schedule 1 of the…
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