11 November, 2009
Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson says the introduction of the National Multiple-Use Approval service meets the Government's promise to cut red tape and to reduce compliance costs in the building sector.
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31 August, 2009
Today I met again with the Auckland, Wellington, North Shore, Tauranga, Christchurch and Waitakere Mayors to further our discussions on finding a solution to the leaky homes issue. They represent the six most affected Councils.
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27 August, 2009
Consumers will have greater confidence in the competence of builders and so the quality of new homes under a package of measures unveiled today.
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17 August, 2009
Today I met with the Mayors of Auckland, Wellington, North Shore, Tauranga, Christchurch and Waitakere to discuss the leaky homes issue. These Mayors represent the six most affected Councils.
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29 July, 2009
A Bill which will speed-up the building consent process and reduce costs, is set to become law after completing its passage through Parliament.
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24 July, 2009
The Minister for Building and Construction, Maurice Williamson, has welcomed the release of the Building and Construction Sector Taskforce reports at the Building and Construction Sector Forum in Auckland today.
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3 July, 2009
Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson today announced four appointments to the Electrical Workers Registration Board.
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31 March, 2009
Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson says a nationwide design competition for ‘starter homes’ “shows that innovative and affordable homes are a realistic option for New Zealanders”.
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10 March, 2009
A Bill that takes some useful steps to streamline the building consent process received its first reading in Parliament today.
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19 December, 2008
"I have received a report on the investigation into allegations concerning the use of non load-bearing timber for trusses and frames," says Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson.
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16 December, 2008
The Minister for Building and Construction, Customs, Small Business, and Statistics, Maurice Williamson, has today released Briefings to the Incoming Minister.
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4 December, 2008
Building and Construction Minister Maurice Williamson has called for an investigation into allegations surrounding the use of under-strength timber in some buildings.
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