In January 2026 council removed the requirement on building and resource consent requirements for minor dwelling builds.

This means that property owners can now add secondary dwellings to their land with dramatically reduced time, cost, and administrative burden.

This does not mean theres no rules. The builds still need to be designed correctly, structurally sound, and code-compliant.

Crowe Consulting is a licensed structural engineering firm with experience in both residential and commercial projects. We focus on making sure every structure is safe, compliant, and built to perform.

Archimeics Design is an award-winning architectural studio focused on residential design throughout New Zealand. We create well-considered spaces that look good, work well, and meet all building requirements.

Fougere Co. is a construction cost and management company dedicated to delivering on-time and on-budget projects. They focus on planning and end-to-end management to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and with confidence.

We’ve teamed up to make building easier. One team means clearer communication, fewer hiccups, and a smoother, faster process — with everything designed to work together properly.