We’ve collected some useful material and websites on building and renovating your home. If you have any questions, just
give us call, we’re here to help.
A guide to the building consent process in Wellington
http://www.wellington.govt.nz/services/buildserv/pdfs/buildconguide.pdf
Registered Master Builders Association
www.masterbuilder.org.nz contains information on registered master builders and information about finding suitable builders for your project.
General
www.consumerbuild.org.nz has a comprehensive guide to the building process.
www.smarterhomes.org.nz contains information on energy efficient and sustainable building techniques.
www.nzwood.co.nz contains useful facts and information on building with wood. Send off for the free book – ‘Living with wood’.
www.dbh.govt.nz/publications-about-the-building-act-2004 - various guide on the Building Act and how to get building resource consent.
Local Authorities
www.wcc.govt.nz – Wellington City Council
www.pcc.govt.nz – Porirua City Council
www.huttcity.govt.nz – Hutt City Council
www.gw.govt.nz –Wellington Regional Council
Finding a designer/architect
New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA )
www.nzia.co.nz
Architectural Designers New Zealand (ADN Z)
www.adnz.org.nz
Design Association of New Zealand (DAN Z)
www.danz.co.nz
Finding an ‘off-the-shelf’ house
Building Industry Federation
www.bifnz.org.nz
