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Building and Housing Trends: January - March 2009 – 3 July

Weathertight Homes Resolution Service claims statistics June 2009 – 3 July

Landlord e-newsletter No.9 – information and news for landlords – 12 June

Best practice guide: Determining refurbishment and fair wear and tear in retirement villages – 11 June

Codewords issue 37  – the latest building controls newsletter – 5 June

Statement of Intent 2009/12 – the Department's plans and operating intentions for the next three years – 28 May

Apprentice of the Year 2009 – entries open for Registered Master Builders Apprentice of the Year in association with Carters – 18 May

Electrical Workers’ Practising Licences – due for renewal by 30th of June 2009 – 14 May

Tenancy latest – new information sheets for landlords – 4 May

Licensing Update No. 13 –  news about the Licensed Building Practitioner Scheme – 4 May

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essential resources

Building Act: the legislation that controls all building and construction, renovation and demolition.

Building Code: the performance standards that all building work must comply with.

Compliance Documents: how to comply with the Building Code.

Consumerbuild website. ConsumerBuild: help with building, renovating and maintaining your home.

Smarter Homes website.Smarter Homes: creating healthy, affordable homes for better living.

New Zealand Government website. Your Council: contact details of your local council.

job vacancies

Browse current vacancies at the Department.

Kia ora and welcome to the Department of Building and Housing.
Our vision is that the people of New Zealand have access to quality homes and buildings that meet their needs, reflect our environment and contribute to a sustainable New Zealand. Here you will find information and guidance on building law and compliance, services including weathertight homes, and advice for tenants and landlords. Read more »

Building, renovating and maintenance

Legislation, dispute resolution and information for:

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Tenancy

Advice and information for landlords and tenants who rent.

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Weathertightness

Guidance on how to keep dwellings weathertight.  Weathertight Services can help with weathertightness problems.

Licensing

Information about licensing for building practitioners and electrical workers.

In focus

The Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987 (‘the Act’) is a small but important piece of legislation intended to promote the safety of New Zealand’s young children around swimming pools and spa pools.

The government recognises the importance of this legislation operating as effectively as possible and has committed to an evaluation of the Act.

The Department of Building and Housing is reviewing the Engineering Associates Act 1961. The review will scope the requirements for legislation (if any) to ensure the needs of consumers and those working in engineering roles are met now and in the future.