Government to tweak Building Act, making it 'easier' and 'cheaper' to build homes
Kiwis won't need to submit a new consent for minor product or design changes.
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Kiwis won't need to submit a new consent for minor product or design changes.
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Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says it takes nearly 600 days to build a house in NZ - and that is simply too long.
'These changes are all part of the Government’s plan to rebuild the economy and lower the cost of living so Kiwis can get ahead.'
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