A building permit is required for any structural alteration with the only exception being maintenance.
The permit should be taken out by the builder unless there is a binding legal contract. The onus rests on the person who takes out the permit to meet all the local authority's standards.
It is the job of the local authority, once a building permit has been taken out, to ensure that subsequent building meets all safety
and structural requirements.
Building inspectors can also offer advise to homeowners but cannot undertake planning. The cost of the permit varies with the cost of the job. A building permit issued by the Christchurch City Council for a $35,000 house would cost $168; a $311,000 flat, $153: and a $50,000 house. $213. For this fee the building inspector would make between five and six visits to inspect the work.
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