Under new rules introduced in January 2026, eligible new, standalone homes of up to 70m² can be built without a building consent, provided they meet a range of conditions.
“Clear?”
Fair answer. But increasingly, not quite.
For decades, glass in New Zealand homes was essentially just that: clear glass. Its job was simple – keep the weather outside while letting the light and view in.
Hinged and french doors are simple, but they’re going to limit your flow. There’s a limit to how wide a hinged door can be – and the wider the door – the more room you’re going to need to open it which can be a pain to live with. If you’re chasing indoor-outdoor flow they’re probably not going to be on the top of your list.
Non-compliant, illegally labelled window and glass products are being sold in NZ.
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