MBIE is calling its proposed legislative changes to the building regulatory system in the areas of risk and liability, building products and occupational regulation, the biggest change to the regulations since the Building Act was introduced in 2004.

We often come across situations where compliance with NZBC requirements for fire protection is in conflict with other requirements.

Tariff concessions have applied to many materials used in residential construction since 2014. The government has decided not to re-impose these tariffs.

Working with industry experts, MBIE has developed guidance about how external cladding systems should be tested for fire spread performance.

To promote healthier houses, New Zealand Green Building Council launched the HomeFit initiative in November 2018. We've asked the NZGBC to give us an update on the uptake and initial learnings from the first three months.

A look at how a peel and stick weathertightness membrane performs in a fire when used as a temporary cladding.

A look at the fifth year of a five-year programme that follows progress of an industry control group in accelerating the introduction of BIM into NZ.

Registrations are now open for a prefabricated home design competition promoted by APL Window Solutions with the support of NZIA and Built Smart.

The momentum for prefabrication is picking up both in NZ and overseas. 

Why strapping and lining masonry walls on the inside is not a good idea, not for renovation, not for new builds.