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Canterbury Earthquake If your property has been damaged or is uninhabitable the Department of Building and Housing can advise you of what your options are.
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For current updates visit the Environment Canterbury website .
GST increase on fees from 1 October 2010
Weathertight Homes Resolution Service – August claims statistics
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Weathertight claims: how to make a claim under the Weathertight Homes Resolution Services Act 2006
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: help with building, renovating and maintaining your home.
Smarter Homes: creating healthy, affordable homes for better living.
Your Council: contact details of your local council.
The Department's current vacancies.
Kia ora and welcome to the Department of Building and Housing. Our vision is for a building and housing market that delivers good quality homes and buildings for New Zealanders that contribute to strong communities and a prosperous economy.
Canterbury Earthquake: Information for landlords and tenants »
Legislation, dispute resolution and information for:
Find out about planned changes resulting from the Building Act review 2009-10 »
Advice and information for landlords and tenants.
More about Tenancy »
Information about weathertightness and how to use the Department's weathertight services.
Licensing for building practitioners and electrical workers.
The Department is reviewing the following: