Changes to the granny flats building consent exemption from 8 October 2026
Updated information and guidance about building granny flats is now available on the Building Performance website.
The changes allow more building products to be used under the exemption and make it easier to use existing water supply, wastewater and stormwater services. New guidance is also available to help homeowners and building professionals understand foundation options for granny flats built under the building consent exemption.
Visit the Building Performance website to find out more:
Changes to the granny flats building consent exemption from 8 October 2026(external link) — Building Performance website