What is Building Control Council?
A CoA provides a limited assurance that we are satisfied unconsented building work complies with the current New Zealand Building Code.
How do I get a copy of a building control certificate?
Can I obtain a copy of Building Regulation Full Plans Approval Notice and/or the Completion certificate? Yes. Copies can be obtained by written request via post, e-mail or fax.
Can the Council enforce building regulations?
A local authority has a general duty to enforce the building regulations in its area and will seek to do so by informal means wherever possible. If informal enforcement does not achieve compliance with the regulations the local authority has two formal enforcement powers which it may use in appropriate cases.
What is a building control report?
It helps check that buildings are built to building regulations standards. Building control surveyors check that building work complies with the building regulations, a set of standards intended to protect people’s safety, health and welfare in and around built environments.
What is the difference between building regulation and building control?
The difference between building regulations and building control is this; building regulations are the building standards, and building control is the function of enforcing those standards. It is the job of a Building Control Inspector to assess whether or not a project complies with building regulations.
How long can Council enforce building regulations?
In terms of building regulation compliance, the reality is that the council have to take action within 12 months of the work being completed, although it is open to them to serve a dangerous structure notice at any time if there is reason to.
What is the duty of building control?
The primary function of the Building Control service is to protect people’s health and safety in the built environment. This involves, among other things, enforcing the following legislation: The Building Act 1984. The Building Regulations and other allied legislation.
What building controls work?
Building control surveyors are also known as building control officers (BCOs), building inspectors or approved inspectors. They ensure that new buildings, alterations, installations and extensions meet the regulatory standards of safety, sustainability, accessibility and design.