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Extension of time to commence building work

From the date your building consent was issued, you have 12 months to start work unless we have already agreed to a specified extended period of time.

Changes effective from 1 December 2022

In recent years, we have seen an increase in the number of time extension requests.

Due to this demand, we now automatically grant an extension of time for all building consents issued from 1 December 2022.

When to apply for a time extension

Your consent may lapse if you cannot start building work within 12 months (or any specified extended period we have already granted to you).

To avoid your consent lapsing, you need to apply for an extension of time before the specified time frame is reached.

Work not started

If you have not started work or we have not made any inspections within 12 months of issuing your consent (or any specified extended period already granted to you), we will send you a letter asking if you intend to proceed.

If you want to proceed but need more time, apply for an extension of time.

You should know

If you do not apply for an extension of time before your consent lapses, you will need to apply for a new building consent to complete your project.

Code Compliance Certificate

Two years after your building consent is granted we must decide whether to approve or refuse your CCC.

In nearly all cases, you do not need to apply for an extension of time. You can continue to complete your construction as normal.

For more information, check your email for your 23-month reminder letter.

Application fees for extension of time

* Fees are indicative pricing only

Read fee table.
Service	Fee
Extension of time to commence/complete building work under a building consent - Fixed Fee (non-refundable, no additional charges)	$195
Lapsing of building consent - Base fee (non-refundable, additional charges may apply)	$195

How to apply for an extension of time

Online

Apply now

We accept only online applications for this service. If you are unable to apply digitally, visit one of our libraries with council services for assistance in making your online application.

Call us on 09 301 0101 to speak with our building and planning help desk if you have questions regarding your application.

What happens next

We will consider your application and after reviewing your building consent file, will make a decision. The decision will depend on whether there have been any changes to the Building Code.

To read more about the Building Code, see Building legislation.