Earthquake-prone building remediation deadline and other matters Bill has first reading

On Thursday 8 August 2024, the Building (Earthquake-prone Building Deadlines and Other Matters) Amendment Bill to extend the deadline for the remediation of earthquake-prone buildings had its first reading in the House.

The timeframe extension is to help provide clarity and certainty to building owners and territorial authorities about their obligations while the review for seismic risk management in existing buildings is underway.