Codewords issue 109

Codewords issue 109 includes MBIE guidance on building product substitution and Medium Density Residential Standards.

A new code of ethics for Licensed Building Practitioners

In October 2021, the Government announced a new code of ethics for Licensed Building Practitioners (LBPs), with a 12-month transition period before it becomes enforceable.

Read more about the code of ethics

Skills maintenance

MBIE guidance on building product substitution

The current shortage of products means builders are increasingly turning to alternatives. This can be potentially problematic and MBIE has recently released specific guidance on what products can be substituted for plasterboard.

All licence classes

Medium Density Residential Standards

Recently a colleague posed a question: Currently I have a Design AoP 2 licence. Do I need to apply for a Design AoP 3 licence to be able to carry out design work under the new Medium Density Residential Standards (MDRS)?

Licence class - Design