Yes — in most cases, you do.

Don’t be fooled by anyone who tells you otherwise. In New Zealand, if a home has plumbing and/or is being lived in, it’s classed as a dwelling — and that means it requires building consent to make sure it meets the New Zealand Building Code.

All HouseMe homes are fully consented before leaving our factory and come with a Code Compliance Certificate (CCC). This certificate confirms the home itself meets all requirements of the Building Code.

However, you’ll typically need to apply for a second building consent for your land — usually just for foundations, drainage, and sewage connections specific to your site.

We deliver homes across around 68 different council districts across New Zealand, and every region has slightly different planning and zoning rules. While it’s impossible for us to know the exact requirements for every property, we can provide guidance and point you in the right direction if you’re unsure where to start.

In some cases, a Resource Consent may also be required — for example, if your property sits within a special zoning area, overlay, or coastal zone.

Code Compliance Certificate (CCC)

Every new HouseMe unit is built under a full Building Consent and issued with a Code Compliance Certificate (CCC) once it passes its final inspection.

This CCC applies to the HouseMe home itself, not the land or site-specific works.
On-site elements like foundations, decks, ramps, or sewage connections are covered under your own site consent.

Once delivered, your home has already passed inspection. The formal CCC document is usually issued to HouseMe 6–8 weeks after that inspection. If you’d like a copy, just get in touch with our team.

Resource or On-Site Building Consent

If your project needs extra approvals (for example, for earthworks, drainage, or unique site conditions), these are managed separately through your local council. We recommend engaging a local draughtsperson or planner to help with the process.

Coastal Properties

If your site is within about 1,000 m of the coast, you may need to upgrade to a coastal cladding system to meet local requirements. This is often triggered as part of the full site consent process.

Regional Differences

Rules can vary significantly across regions. We strongly encourage every customer to open dialogue with their local council early on — it’s the best way to confirm exactly what’s needed for your property.