Fleeing LBP fined $5.2k
A Christchurch-based Licenced Building Practitioner (LBP) was fined $3,500 and ordered to pay costs of $1,750 after he was found…
LBP & Regulation
Minor variations better defined
New and amended regulations came into force on 30 September to better clarify a ‘minor variation’ when it comes to…
Satisfied on reasonable grounds
Building consent authorities (BCAs) need to be ‘satisfied on reasonable grounds’ that building work will meet the requirements of the…
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…
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…