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New Zealand will let homeowners build up to 70 sq m granny flats without permits starting early 2026 to boost affordable housing.
New Zealand will allow homeowners to build up to 70-square-metre granny flats in their backyards without building consent starting in early 2026, part of a government effort to boost housing supply and reduce costs.
The change, which removes the need for resource consents for simple, code-compliant structures, aims to help families, young adults, seniors, rural workers, and people with disabilities access affordable housing.
Homeowners must still notify local councils before and after construction, and work must be done by licensed professionals.
The policy is expected to generate about 13,000 additional granny flats over the next decade.
Guidance and tools are being prepared for a smooth rollout, while councils may still collect development contributions in growing areas.
Nueva Zelanda permitirá a los propietarios de viviendas construir hasta 70 metros cuadrados de pisos de abuela sin permisos a partir de principios de 2026 para impulsar la vivienda asequible.