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New 70m² Minor Dwelling Rules: What They Mean in the Waikato

New 70m² Minor Dwelling Rules: What They Mean in the Waikato

Clint James
Published on: 31/08/2026

Since 15 January 2026 you can build a minor dwelling up to 70m² without building consent. What the rule allows and what still applies.

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