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The building consent process is about ensuring safe and durable buildings.
Inspection delays
We are currently experiencing a high volume of calls and inspection bookings causing delays.
To assist us in managing the demand, please only book your inspection if you know you will be ready. Alternatively, ask our team about booking a remote inspection through ZYTE (criteria apply). Watch this video to see how ZYTE works.
If you do need to cancel or change your inspection please let us know as soon as possible to allow that timeslot to be used by another customer.
When your building work is inspected and a code compliance certificate is issued, you will have documented assurance that your building work complies with the building consent.
All building consents are conditional on being able to inspect the building work. At various stages during construction, you will need to arrange inspections to verify that the building work has been completed in accordance with building consent requirements.
Book a building inspection
How building work is inspected
The building consent process is about ensuring safe and durable buildings meet the requirements of the Building Act.
Guide to the common types of building inspections
The common types of building inspections carried out by Hurunui, Waimakariri, Christchurch, Selwyn and Ashburton Councils.
Building location certificates
Every building consent involving new structures needs confirmation of the location. The scope will vary depending on the complexity of work