Pay or dispute a building fine

What building fines are issued for

We issue building fines for offences listed in Schedule 1 Infringement offences and fees.

When you should pay your building fine

You must pay the amount on the building infringement notice within 28 days of the notice date, unless you write to us to dispute the fine.

​How to pay your building fine

​How to dispute a building fine

To dispute a building fine you will need to write to us.

In your letter you need to state:

• the date of the offence
• the infringement notice number
• how you are dealing with each offence listed in the notice
• your full postal address, so we can reply
• why you want us to reconsider the offence.

Send your letter to:

Auckland Council

  Building Control

  Private Bag 92300

  Auckland 1142

Challenge a building fine through the courts

You can challenge an infringement through the courts. This is called a defended hearing.

You have the right to request a defended hearing within 56 days of receiving the notice.