Building Consents Register: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to use the Building Consents Register to verify building permits and compliance history for properties.
The Building Consents Register is a tool used to track the history of building permits and compliance certificates for properties.
Who it's for
This register is primarily used by agents and professionals who need to check if previous works on a property were legally authorized.
What you get
You can access a history of building consents (the official permission to build or alter) and code compliance certificates (the document proving the work meets required standards) for a specific property.
What it costs you
There is no direct monetary fee mentioned, but you will need to invest the time required to search through council archives to find the specific information you need.
The catch to know
The register may not show everything; specifically, it might miss unconsented decks or internal alterations that were performed without the necessary official permission.
How to apply
- Visit the official building website.
- Search for the specific property details.
- Review the history of permits and compliance certificates.
- Check the official portal for more details: https://www.building.govt.nz