Articles tagged with Building Consent Authorities
66 of 67 NZ Building Consent Authorities Meet New 3-Day Inspection Target
1 month ago | 159 viewsNew regulations require Building Consent Authorities (BCAs) in New Zealand to complete at least 80% of building inspections within three working days, with 66 out of 67 BCAs meeting this target and 97.3% of 67,000 inspections completed on time in Q3. Some BCAs use inspection availability data as an alternative measure, showing 96.2% of inspection slots available within three days, while building consent applications were processed within statutory timeframes at a rate of 95.7%, up from 93% previously. These improvements reflect increased accountability and productivity, reducing delays and costs in construction as part of the government’s efforts to enhance the building consent system.
Tags: Chris Penk Building Consent Authorities BCAs Queenstown Lakes District Council Kāinga Ora BCAL Limited MBIE New Zealand building inspections building consentGovernment Reforms Building Research Funding to Boost Innovation and Cut Costs in NZ
1 month ago | 191 viewsThe Government is reforming building research funding by repealing the outdated Building Research Levy Act 1969 and consolidating research funding into the existing building levy under the Building Act 2024 to improve transparency, efficiency, and innovation. The new system will centrally manage funds with sector input, ring-fence research funding for long-term projects, and make funding contestable to broaden access for universities and industry organizations, while reducing costs for consent applicants. These changes aim to enhance accountability, support a more resilient building sector, and contribute to making building easier, more affordable, and supportive of economic growth in New Zealand.
Tags: Chris Penk Building Research Levy Act Building Research Association of New Zealand BRANZ Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment MBIE Building Act 2024 Building Amendment Bill Building Consent Authorities New Zealand GovernmentNew Legislation Allows Skilled Plumbers to Self-Certify Work, Boosting Efficiency
1 month ago | 186 viewsNew legislation has passed its first reading in Parliament allowing skilled plumbers and drainlayers to self-certify their straightforward work, aiming to reduce delays and ease pressure on Building Consent Authorities. Alongside this, a second Bill enhances accountability and disciplinary measures for building professionals by strengthening licensing regimes and improving complaint processes. Together, these Bills seek to support competent tradespeople, streamline the building consent system, and ensure consumer confidence through clear standards and oversight.
Tags: Chris Penk Master Plumbers Licensed Building Practitioners Registrar Building and Construction Minister plumbers drainlayers Licensed Building Practitioners gasfitters electricians Building Consent AuthoritiesNew Zealand Approves WaterMark Certification for Over 90,000 Building Products
3 months ago | 361 viewsNew Zealand has expanded access to over 90,000 overseas building products following a law change, with the WaterMark certification scheme now recognized as an endorsed standard. This change aims to make it easier for Kiwi tradies and homeowners to choose from a wide range of plumbing products, boosting competition and lowering costs. By amending the Building Act, the Government has streamlined the approval process for quality overseas building products, ensuring compliance with the Building Code and providing greater choice for building owners and designers.
Tags: Chris Penk WaterMark New Zealand Building Act Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment Building Code MBIE Building Consent Authorities Building Product Specifications overseas building productsNew Regulations Speed Up Building Inspection Wait Times, Boosting Efficiency and Cutting Costs
4 months ago | 524 viewsNew regulations mandate Building Consent Authorities to complete 80% of building inspections within three working days of the date requested by the building owner, aiming to reduce delays and costs in construction projects. The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment will publish quarterly wait time data for every council to improve transparency and performance. Additional reforms include a self-certification scheme for reputable building companies and homeowners being able to build a granny flat without consent, all aimed at streamlining processes and holding accountable those responsible for substandard work.
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