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Guide to building your first home in Wellington

Guide to building your first home in Wellington

We've put together some tips for anyone building a new home in the Wellington Region.

Prestart checklist

Prestart checklist

Building a new house can be daunting and overwhelming. We've put together a Prestart checklist of the key steps involved in the process to help you understand what's involved.

Renovation tips for older New Zealand homes

Renovation tips for older New Zealand homes

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Granny Flats in Wellington: What the 2026 Consent Rules Really Mean

Granny Flats in Wellington: What the 2026 Consent Rules Really Mean

Considering a granny flat in Wellington? Here is what the 2026 building-consent exemption, PIM process and planning rules mean for homeowners.

Replacing Windows in Wellington: Why ‘Like-for-Like’ Still Has to Meet the Building Code

Replacing Windows in Wellington: Why ‘Like-for-Like’ Still Has to Meet the Building Code

Replacing windows in Wellington may not require building consent, but the completed installation must still comply with the Building Code. Here is what homeowners should know about Schedule 1 and E2.

Do I Need Building Consent for a Renovation in Wellington?

Do I Need Building Consent for a Renovation in Wellington?

Planning a renovation in Wellington? Learn which alterations commonly need building consent, what Schedule 1 may exempt, and when to check with council before work begins.

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Got a project you need help with?

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