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Building Act 2004 Publications

The Building Act and You

Contains essential information about your rights and responsibilities as you build or renovate. It tells you what you need to do at each step to ensure your building project is done legally, which will help avoid potentially costly mistakes or delays. It also explains how the law will protect you if things don't go to plan.

Building Code Compliance Documents

Includes the Department of Building and Housing's Compliance Documents (Approved Documents) and Building Code Handbook

Building Officials' Guide to the Building Act 2004

The Department of Building and Housing has prepared a guide specifically designed for building officials. It summarises some of the important parts of the Act, particularly changes to the day-to-day operational activities territorial authorities and building consent authorities undertake.

ConsumerBuild

ConsumerBuild aims to provide clear, independent and up-to-date information to the public about building, renovating and maintaining houses in New Zealand. Joint venture between Department of Building and Housing and Consumers' Institute.