What is a Building Consent?
A building consent is approval by the Council to carry out building work. The Building Act sets out the requirements for all building work.
When Do I Need a Building Consent?
You
must have a building consent before you can undertake most building
work. This includes a simple renovation, installation of a log fire or
swimming pool or plumbing project, through to any structural
alterations, including demolition, relocation and construction of a
brand new home.
To find out the requirements for attaining consent for common building projects go to the 'I want to Build a ...' page.
How do I Apply for a Building Consent?
To apply for a Building Consent go to the 'Applying for your Building Consent' page.
What Else Do I Need to Know?
Some building work does not require a building consent - refer to the Department of Building and Housing booklet for more information.
In
some cases a resource consent may also be required, for example, if the
height of your proposed building exceeds rules in the District Plan.