Thinking About Building a Granny Flat? Here’s What You Need to Know
1. Purpose of the RulesCreate new national standards for minor dwellings.Allow granny flats to be built without building or resource consent when standards are metMake minor dwellings easier and more affordable to build.2. Where the Rules ApplyAcross all of New Zealand, in:Residential zonesMixed‑use zonesRural zonesMāori all‑purpose zonesPermitted activity: → One detached minor dwelling up to 70 m² per site → Only if all standards are met3. Standards for Building Without ConsentA new g...
January 25, 2026New and Updated National Direction Instruments – What’s Changing and Why
On 15 January 2026, ten national direction instruments under the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA) came into force. These updates included three brand‑new instruments and seven updated versions of existing ones.These changes take effect immediately and will help shape New Zealand’s future planning system. While they are designed to work under the current RMA, they will also guide how planning is done in the new system being developed.Why are these changes being made?The goal is simple: To m...
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