With the kitchen being the heart of the house, it would be fair to say that kitchen renovations, while often necessary, can be fraught with disruption. Not to mention the scores of rules and regulations that have to be followed to the last detail. To put it simply, despite its probable necessity, it’s a headache you’d rather be doing without.
Then come the costs, which are perhaps the biggest headache, though at Fitted Joinery, we’ve put together a blog on the costs generally involved in a kitchen renovation, so this may be of some use in that department.
As for the many rules involved, they may seem problematic on the face of it, but we’ll try our utmost to break them down into manageable chunks. One important area in which you’ll need building consent will be the digging of new drains, which naturally applies to bathroom renovations too.
What you won’t need consent for, however, are repairs needed for any plumbing, as well as any alterations to the drains. Applying for drainage consent is relatively easy and has fewer fees than regular building consent.
In addition to drainage, your renovation must adhere to the New Zealand Building Code, and you’ll need to show how it will meet these standards. Even in areas where consent is not required, compliance with this code is still necessary.
Other building works that require consent could include the demolition or removal of existing structures, site works, the construction of decks, installing communications aerials, and many other areas. This list is by no means exhaustive, and you should consider all aspects of the renovation to see whether consent is needed, and if it complies with regulations.
It’s important to know which areas you’ll need consent with, and we at Fitted Joinery can help with renovations in the Canterbury area, as well as Ashburton and Rolleston. However far along in your renovation journey, you can count on us to help you every step of the way through the process. See about a quote for your renovation today.