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Building Amendment Bill

Government Bill
Published date: 18 Aug 2026

Bills are proposals to make a new law or to change an existing one. Only Parliament can pass a bill. Each bill goes through several stages, giving MPs and the public the chance to have their say.

This bill amends the Building Act 2004 to address inefficiencies in the building system that increase costs, delay delivery, and constrain performance, including through the clearer allocation of roles, responsibilities, and risk.
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MP in charge
Hon Simon Watts
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Submissions are now being accepted

88 days left

Closing date: 15 Nov 2026 NZ Time

Progress of the Bill

  • 2
    Second Reading
  • Committee of whole House
  • 3
    Third Reading
  • Royal Assent
29 Jun 2026 - Current
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Report due on 29 Dec 2026

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Submission due on 14 Nov 2026

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Select Committee

The select committee gathers information and prepares a report on the bill for the House, including recommending changes to the bill.

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