About building a new home or altering an existing home

Building a new home can be an exciting and sometimes time-consuming project.

To build a new home you will require a building consent and may require a resource consent depending on the details of your proposal.

It is important to get all the details right at the early planning stages and speak to the relevant council staff for advice and help. You will also need to get professional assistance.

Residential additions include things such as:

• Putting on an extra bedroom
• Building a conservatory or cellar
• Adding a carport or garage.

Consents required

Most building works will require a building consent.  For further information please view the information sheets in the 'See also' box.