Ngā kaupapa hanga me te whakahōu whare Building and renovation projects

  • Add, repair or replace a garage

    A guide to the consent application process for a garage. Check if you need a consent to build, repair or replace a garage, prepare a consent application and apply for a consent if you need one.

  • Add, repair or replace a gazebo

    A guide to the consent application process for a gazebo. Check if you need a consent to add, repair or replace a gazebo, prepare a consent application and apply for a consent if you need one.

  • Add, repair or replace a garden shed

    Check if you need a consent to add, repair or replace a garden shed, prepare a consent application and apply for a consent if you need one.

  • Build a deck

    Find out how to check if you need a consent to build a deck, prepare a consent application and apply for a consent if you need one.

  • Build or extend a sleepout or cabin

    Check if you need a consent to build a sleepout or cabin, prepare a consent application and apply for a consent if you need one.

  • Build a fence

    A guide to the consent application process for an fence. Check if you need a consent to build a fence, talk to your neighbours, prepare a consent application and apply for a consent if you need one.

  • Build a retaining wall

    Check if you need a consent to build a retaining wall, prepare a consent application and apply for a consent if you need one.

  • Build, repair or replace a carport

    A guide to the consent application process for a carport. Check if you need a consent to build, repair or replace a carport, prepare a consent application and apply for a consent if you need one.

  • Build a porch or veranda

    A guide to the consent application process for a porch or veranda. Check if you need a consent to add a porch or veranda, prepare a consent application and apply for a consent if you need one.

  • Build a pergola

    A guide to the consent application process for a pergola. Check if you need a consent to build a pergola, prepare a consent application and apply for a consent if you need one.

  • Add a shade sail

    A guide to the consent application process for a shade sail. Check if you need a consent to add a shade sail, prepare a consent application and apply for a consent if you need one.

  • Add an awning

    A guide to the consent application process for an awning. Check if you need a consent to add an awning, prepare a consent application and apply for a consent if you need one.

  • Add a rainwater tank

    A guide to the consent application process for a rainwater tank. Check if you need a consent to add a rainwater tank, prepare a consent application and apply for a consent if you need one.

  • Heat your home

    Find out how to make your home warmer, energy efficient and sustainable by installing wall insulation, solar and heat pump water heating, solid fuel heating and solar panels.

  • Kitchen and bathroom home renovations

    Check whether you need a building consent for your kitchen or bathroom renovations.

  • Re-clad your home

    Check if you need a consent to re-clad your home and what types of inspections you will need to book.

  • Relocate a building

    Find out what consents need to relocate a building and what you need before you apply.

  • Install or alter an on-site wastewater treatment and disposal system

    Check when you need a consent to install or alter an on-site wastewater system, what you need to know before you apply for a consent, and your responsibilities after you've installed the system.

  • Install, check, repair or replace a residential swimming pool or spa

    Check if you need a consent to put in or remove a pool or spa. Information on pool inspections. View pool safety videos and find out how to apply for a consent.

  • Make changes to an existing building

    Find out about altering an existing building, including subdividing, extending its life and changing its listed use.

  • Temporary structures

    Find out about temporary structures, if they need a building or resource consent, and how to get one.

  • Minor plumbing alterations

    Find out if you need a consent for a minor plumbing alteration and how to apply for one.