The new Department of Building and Housing, which started on November 1, will focus on improving the delivery of building and housing services to the public.
Originally the department was to be headed by John Tamihere, but that role has passed to Commerce Minister Margaret Wilson, because Tamihere has been stood down from Cabinet duties.
"The new department recognises the importance of building, construction and housing in New Zealanders' daily lives," Housing Minister Steve Maharey and Building Issues Minister Margaret Wilson said.
"The opening of the new department coincides well with the implementation of the new Building Act. This bill is designed to help meet New Zealanders' expectations around the delivery of building services," Wilson says.
In establishing the new department the government aims to have a sector that: · delivers quality housing and buildings at a reasonable cost
"The department will complement the role of Housing New Zealand Corporation, which focuses on housing provision and policy advice," Maharey said.
For more on the new department and what it means for property investors and landlords see the latest issue of the NZ Property Magazine which is available online here, or through bookstores and newsagents nationwide.
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