GRANNY FLAT BUILDING CONSENT EXEMPTION BECOMES LAW.

IT'S LIVE!

As of today, 15th Jan 2026, the government has announced the granny flat building consent exemption becomes law! 

What does this mean? 

In certain zones you can build up to a 70sqm second dwelling on your property with NO building consent. Other conditions do apply so please read through the link below or contact us to check if your property and plans meet requirements. We are happy to walk you through this process and give you a quote for building onsite in Hamilton or to transport one of our designs to your location. 

If you are thinking of building a granny flat on your property, click on the CONTACT US button and fill in your details 

Click the link to read more on this legislation 

Link: Granny flat building consent exemption becomes law