Granny Flat Rules - Pros and Cons
February 13, 2026
The new Granny Flat Rules could make it easier to build a Granny Flat on your property. There are both pros and cons to utilising the new rules (National Environmental Standard for Domestic Minor Residential Units (NES-DMRU)).ProsNo building or resource consent needed if all...
Thinking About Building a Granny Flat? Here’s What You Need to Know
January 25, 2026
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:R...