Consents/permits:Depending on region, council consents or permits may be another couple thousand dollars. Know your area’s regulations. Asbestos removal:See next section. Carefully weigh the return on investment for any add-ons versus future-proofing with qualityroofing materialsfrom the start. ...
Understanding the Regional Council Codes Each regional council in Auckland has its codes regarding construction work. In the North Shore area, a Resource Consent might be necessary for extensivefloor grinding work, while in Manukau, certain restrictions could apply to maintain public access and safety....
The various steps for subdividing land include:- Getting resource consent from Auckland Council Having a survey plan drawn up Acceptance or sealing of the plan by the Council Submitting the subdivision plan to LINZ Having the plan approved by LINZ Lodging the new titles with LINZ. That seems rel...
While vinyl fencing offers extensive customisation, it’s vital to be aware of Auckland’s specific council bylaw requirements. Certain heights and designs might be restricted, especially in suburbs with specific character codes. Birkenhead, for instance, might have different regulations compared to Kum...
Local council bylaws in Auckland can impact the cost of installing a metal roof. For example, specific building codes in Papatoetoe dictate the kind of materials and installation techniques permissible, potentially raising costs for non-standard procedures or materials. Meanwhile,Avondalehas strict regula...
These days any major renovation work must have consent from the Council. You may not think you need the council’s approval at this stage but when you come to sell your home, any work must have the right documents and approvals or you will not be able to sell at a price you want. ...
New Zealand’s City Rail Link Ltd (CRL Ltd) has confirmed it has submitted a formal funding request to its Sponsors – the Crown and Auckland Council – reflecting revised costs and time required to complete the project as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, lockdowns and associated impacts...
Checking With Auckland Council Your lawyers will verify with the Council that any renovation works are fully consented. These days, for newer renovations, this is not often a problem but for older works, when the consent rules were not as stringent, this can be a problem for the seller. ...
If you are planning to build a house, there are many things you have to do including determining how much you would like to spend on the house, having plans drawn, and seeking Council Consent. One of the most important things you need to do when planning to build a house is to look ...
Other issue you can come across are works that do not aCode of Compliancefrom the Auckland Council. This is common with older homes when the need for a Compliance Certificate wasn’t as strong as it is today. Banks look for excuses to not lend money. The lack of a Compliance Certificate...