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Hammer with bent nails. Unpacking Schedule 1.

Schedule 1 Works

What are Schedule 1 Works?

The New Zealand Building Code provides a list of building works that can be carried out without a building consent; this list is called Schedule 1. Although MBIE provides a fair amount of information online for these works, there is still a degree of confusion amongst both non-professionals and professionals carrying out these works. We think that there are a lot of gaps to fill in - especially on how to carry out these works. So we are keen to get a better understanding of this in order to help fill those gaps.
Before we launch into the nitty gritty, we have a few questions to ask you to help us head in the right direction. Below is a short survey to give us a better idea of what you think about Schedule 1 works.

Schedule 1: Survey

Schedule 1: Work that does not require a building consent.
This survey has been created to understand people's current awareness and thoughts around Schedule 1 of the New Zealand Building Code: Building works not requiring a building consent.

Have you undertaken or expect you will undertake Schedule 1 work in the future?*

Do you feel there is enough guidance on Schedule 1 work?*

If there was an easily accessible online or app based guide that gave practical advice on how to carry out Schedule 1 work, which of the following responses do you agree with?*

Building work experience.
How are you involved or interested in non-consented building works.

Which of the following best describes you?*

Choose
No handyperson skills whatsoever, but keen to learn
Rookie, Weekend or occasional DIY-er
Seasoned DIY-er who has carried out multiple building projects on my own property(ies).
Non licensed builder who carries out non-consented works professionally for clients.
Licensed builder who also carries out carries out non-consented works professionally for clients.
Professional Renovation Services/ New Home Turnkey business owner or employee
Plumber / Gasfitter / Drainlayer
Electrician / Heating & Ventilation installer
Roofer
Professional Interior decorator or designer
Architect or architectural Designer

If you are interested in taking part in further surveys or being contacted directly to discuss this topic in more depth, please provide your email address below.