New plumbing product standards take effect May 2026
As previously reported in Under Construction, from 2 May 2026, certain copper alloy plumbing products must meet new “lead-free” and corrosion-resistance standards under updates to the Building…
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Trade reform bills pass first reading in Parliament
Two new bills have passed their first reading in Parliament: one to let experienced plumbers and drainlayers self-certify their work, and another…
What mandatory warranties mean for builders
On Monday, Chris Penk, Minister of Building and Construction, announced that the Government would be making 10-year guarantees compulsory for all new residential…
H1 compliance settings updated
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has updated the settings for compliance with the energy efficiency requirements of…
Liability change confirmed
New Zealand’s building and construction liability settings will move from joint and several to proportionate in 2027 The Government has…
Fence first, fun follows: keep kids safe around pools this summer
As summer approaches, it’s a key time to think about pool safety. Whether you’re doing a new build or a renovation, if the home you’re working on includes a pool…
Wool carpet now standard in Kainga Ora new builds
Kāinga Ora has switched to using wool carpet in all new builds and some replacement projects following a revised procurement…
HazardCo concerned about health and safety reforms
Health and safety reforms aimed at reducing red tape have been announced. In this opinion piece, HazardCo’s Senior Health and…
New visa rules open door to trades
Tradespeople and employers in construction stand to gain from the Government’s new residence pathways under the Skilled Migrant Category, but…
Aussie WaterMark-certified products recognised as NZ Building Code compliant
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has published the first set of recognition notices for selected plumbing and…
New regulation mandates faster building inspections
A new regulation that took effect on 22 August require Building Consent Authorities (BCAs) to complete 80% of building inspections…
Consent rules to be relaxed for sheds, sleep-outs and garages
The Government has announced plans to ease building consent rules for single storey detached buildings, such as garden sheds, sleepouts…
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