Building process

1. Find a section

There are many things to consider when choosing your section.  More...

2. Choose an architect or designer

Your choice of architect or designer will depend on your budget, what individuals can bring to your project, and how well you believe you could work with them.  More...

3. Decide how the project will be managed

Don't underestimate the time and effort involved in managing a building project yourself.  More...

4. Choose a builder

It is important to have a good rapport with your builder.  You therefore need to take the time and ask the right questions when making a decision on who to use.  More...

5. Finalising the building contract

A written contract is a good way of ensuring everyone is clear on what they are responsible for and what happens if things don’t go to plan.  More...

6. Arrange consents

You can't start building your home until you have the necessary building consent or resource consent in place.  More...

7. Manage the building

Whether you are managing the building yourself or not, you should keep a close eye on the building as it progresses.  More...

8. Manage completion

It's important to make sure everything is finished and a final inspection carried out on completion of the project.  More...

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