Great news for Kiwi homeowners.

The Government has made it faster and easier to build small, self-contained homes — often called granny flats or minor dwellings — without going through the full traditional building consent process.

Standalone homes up to 70m² can now be built without a standard building consent, provided specific conditions are met.

What does that mean for you?

Less red tape. Less waiting. More opportunity to create flexible living spaces for family, rental income, or lifestyle needs.

Key details of the law:

• Applies to small, standalone homes up to 70m²
• Homes must still meet the NZ Building Code
• Design and construction must be carried out or supervised by licensed professionals
• Applies mainly to residential and rural-zoned land without special overlays, hazards, or restrictions
• Councils must still be notified before and after construction
• Standard infrastructure and service connection fees may still apply

Why this works well for HouseMe customers

This aligns perfectly with what HouseMe already does — building fully code-compliant homes in our factory that meet NZ Building Code requirements.

Our homes already tick every compliance box.

That means a smoother pathway through council processes and fewer surprises along the way.

Whether you’re creating space for family, adding income potential, or developing a secondary dwelling, the current framework makes it faster and more straightforward to move ahead.

If you’re ready to explore your options, you can get started now.