There are two ways we handle changes:
It is our job to make sure that the building consent plans accurately match what is built on-site.
You can make changes before you start building, or after, but this may affect your project timelines and costs.
A minor variation is a change that does not usually affect compliance with the building code.
Some examples of on-site minor variations include, but are not limited to:
If you identify that a minor change is required to the consented plans before or during building work starting, this needs to be discussed with an inspector, this can be during an inspection (onsite or remote), by emailing the project directly or raising a case through our customer services team.
Usually, simple minor variations are noted by updating plans and building consent documentation to reflect the changes. Some minor variations may require supporting documents, in this scenario we manage the process using the Objective Build portal. Once uploaded the documents will be reviewed by the Inspector for consideration.
The Building Inspector will provide advice regarding the appropriate option.
Guidance to building consent amendments from building.govt.nz.
Quality drawings - from building.govt.nz
Larger changes mean you must formally apply to amend your building consent.
Generally, amendments are where the change is outside the scope of the original consent.
Some examples include, but are not limited to:
When preparing your application for a building consent amendment, present information on the plans and specifications in a way that is clear and easy to follow.
To ensure your amendment is processed quickly, please:
The building work affected by an amendment must not be undertaken until we have has issued the amendment.
Usually we process amendments quickly, but we have 20 working days to process an amendment application.
Guidance to building consent amendments from building.govt.nz.
Quality drawings - from building.govt.nz
You can phone us on 03 543-8400 or use the contact us form.
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