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flag New Zealand's building consents surged in September 2025, hitting a 2022 high, driven by apartment and townhouse growth.

flag New Zealand's residential building consents hit 3,747 in September 2025, the highest monthly total since late 2022, a 27.3% increase from the same month last year, driven by strong growth in apartments and townhouses. flag Multi-unit homes rose 57.4% annually, while stand-alone homes increased 16.2%. flag The annual total of 34,882 consents marked a 3.6% rise, with Auckland and Otago leading growth. flag A new law allowing granny flats up to 70 square meters without consent and planning reforms like Plan Change 120 are accelerating construction. flag Despite a decline in retirement village units, overall construction activity shows signs of recovery, supported by rising demand and improved industry sentiment.

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