Consenting

How long does a building consent last?

Construction must start within 12 months from the date the building consent was issued (or any specified extended period of time already granted).

How do I know if I need to get a building consent for the work I want to get done?

If you aren't sure if you need a building consent contact our team and we will be happy to advise you and assist with the process.

Can you sell a house without building consent?

You can sell your house if you have not got a CCC for any work undertaken, work which will have been noted (or not, as the case may be) on your LIM. Whether or not CCCs have been issued for building consents is recorded in any Land Information Memorandum (LIM) and building status report for your property. Contact our team if you are needing pre-existing work to gain compliance, we are here to help make the process easier.

What happens if you don't get building consent?

You may be issued with an infringement notice and be liable for an infringement fee. You may also be prosecuted and could be liable for a fine up to $200,000 and the removal of the building work. To avoid this contact our team and we will be happy to advise you and assist with the process.

How much is building consent in NZ?

The cost of building consent varies depending on what you are needing a consent for. Contact our team and we will be happy to advise you and assist with the process.

What is consenting?

Consenting is the process of getting a building consent for work to be carried out at your property. A building consent is written consent for specific building work to be carried out on a specific site, which must comply with current regulations. If you have any other queries please contact our team and we will be happy to advise you and assist with the process.