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Licensed Building Practitioner feedback on use of Building CodeHub website
MBIE’s Building Performance is doing research to help improve the Building CodeHub website. Licensed Building Practitioners are key users of this site.
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Recent determinations — April 2026
Determinations are legally binding decisions made by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). They are for matters of doubt or dispute to do with building work outlined in the Building Act and the Building Code.
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Recent BPB decisions — April 2026
The Building Practitioners Board has recently issued a number of disciplinary decisions involving Licensed Building Practitioners (LBPs). These decisions highlight the importance of compliance with the Building Act 2004 and the Code of Ethics. They act as
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Getting it right the first time
Getting the work right early can save time and avoid extra work later.
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Update on the Building and Construction Sector (Strengthening Occupational Licensing Regimes) Amendment Bill
The Building and Construction Sector (Strengthening Occupational Licensing Regimes) Amendment Bill proposes changes across several occupational licensing schemes, including the Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) scheme.
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Understanding the Role of the Building Practitioners Board
The Building Practitioners Board (the Board) plays a central role in maintaining the quality, professionalism and accountability of New Zealand’s Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) scheme. Established under the Building Act 2004, the Board operates inde
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Recent determinations – February 2026
Determinations are legally binding decisions made by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). They are for matters of doubt or dispute to do with building work outlined in the Building Act and the Building Code.
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Recent BPB decisions – February 2026
The Building Practitioners Board has recently issued a number of disciplinary decisions involving Licensed Building Practitioners (LBPs). These decisions highlight the importance of compliance with the Building Act 2004 and the Code of Ethics.
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MultiProof eligibility expanded for faster consenting
More developers can now apply for a MultiProof to speed up building consents for standardised designs.
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Granny flats building consent exemption becomes law
The granny flats (small standalone dwelling) building consent exemption commences on 15 January 2026.
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Complaint decisions – December 2025
The Building Practitioners Board has recently issued a number of disciplinary decisions involving Licensed Building Practitioners (LBPs). These decisions highlight the importance of compliance with the Building Act 2004 and the Code of Ethics. They act a
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Determinations – December 2025
Determinations are legally binding decisions made by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). They are for matters of doubt or dispute to do with building work outlined in the Building Act and the Building Code.
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Proportionate liability – changes coming to accountability for defective work
In August 2025, the Government agreed to change the liability rules in the building and construction sector.
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Building and Construction Sector (Strengthening Occupational Licensing Regimes) Amendment Bill
The Building and Construction Sector (Strengthening Occupational Licensing Regimes) Amendment Bill (the Bill) will change 3 laws: the Building Act 2004, the Plumbers, Gasfitters, and Drainlayers Act 2006, and the Electricity Act 1992. The Bill had its fir
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Upcoming changes: granny flats building consent exemption
The law is changing for small standalone dwellings, also known as granny flats. We have prepared new guidance and updated forms to help you get ready.
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New Building Consent exemptions: What builders need to know
Changes to Schedule 1 of the Building Act commenced on Thursday 23 October 2025.
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Earthquake-Prone Building System review announcement
Aotearoa New Zealand is updating its approach to managing seismic risk in existing buildings, and these changes will directly impact how Licensed Building Practitioners (LBPs) engage with seismic remediation projects.
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Determinations – October 2025
Determinations are legally binding decisions made by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). They are for matters of doubt or dispute to do with building work outlined in the Building Act and the Building Code.
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Building requirements and conditions for granny flats – What LBPs need to know
The new building consent exemption for granny flats is on track to commence in early 2026. The exemption includes specific requirements that Licensed Building Practitioners (LBPs) need to be aware of.
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Seismic resilience modules now live
New modules on seismic resilience requirements are now available through the LBP learning portal.
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October disciplinary decisions
The Building Practitioners Board has recently issued a number of disciplinary decisions involving Licensed Building Practitioners (LBPs). These decisions remind LBPs of the standards they must meet and what consequences may occur if they don’t.
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Suspended building practitioner convicted, fined $10,000
Lucy Walsh has been sentenced in the Alexandra District Court after being convicted of 2 offences under the Building Act 2004 and one offence of forgery under the Crimes Act 1961.
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ConstrucTrend survey
ConstrucTrend is a survey about skills that help tradespeople succeed in their job.
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Reminder: updated MBIE guidance on plasterboard replacement after flooding
Licensed Building Practitioners should use the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s (MBIE) updated guidance on the repair and replacement of plasterboard in flood-damaged buildings.
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Building Code insulation requirement changes
Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) is making it easier to follow insulation rules by removing the Schedule Method from the H1 standards.
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Complaint Decisions – August 2025
The Board looked at complaints about building consents, records of work, and accepting payment and not doing the work.
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Determinations – August 2025
Determinations are legally binding decisions made by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). They are for matters of doubt or dispute to do with building work outlined in the Building Act and the Building Code.
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Determinations – June 2025
Determinations are legally binding decisions made by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). They are for matters of doubt or dispute to do with building work outlined in the Building Act and the Building Code.
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An opportunity to become an LBP assessor
We have recently released a procurement opportunity to individuals or organisations who would be interested in providing assessment services for the LBP scheme.
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Seismic resilience modules
Seismic resilience is the ability of structures, communities, and households to resist, absorb, recover from, and adapt to the impacts of earthquakes.
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Webinar and consultation on pathways for overseas building products
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is developing three new pathways for building products to be used more easily in Aotearoa New Zealand following the passing of the Building (Overseas Building Products, Standards, and Certificatio
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Complaint decisions – June 2025
The Board looked at complaints about negligent work, records of work and disreputable conduct.