Swimming Pools
The Building ( Pools ) Amendment Act 2016 came into place in order to improve the level of compliance relating to pool barrier requirements .
The Act applies to all residential pools and small heated pools with a maximum depth of 400mm or more . Key changes for landlords mean :
• Residential swimming pool barriers must be inspected every three years
• Safety covers will be able to be used as barriers for spa pools and hot tubs
• Territorial authorities will have better tools to enforce pool barrier requirements , including issues notices to fix , and infringement notices .
Landlords are required under the Act to ensure that the fence and gates around any swimming pool comply with the Act at all times .
We recommend you contact your local council if you have any questions or need information on how you can arrange your own swimming pool assessment .
Methamphetamine
This is an issue that New Zealand landlords continue to face and is one where a lot of misinformation exists .
In particular , much confusion remains as to whether there is still a need to test a property and what the maximum levels of contamination are for a property to remain habitable . Investors need to understand the issue and the risks that still remain in place , as the consequences can be costly if you get it wrong .
There are a number of factors at play when it comes to a landlord ’ s decision to test , and this guide is designed to explain what we believe to be best practice and a low-risk approach for landlords .
What do landlords need to know ?
In New Zealand , methamphetamine use and production is an unfortunate reality that is not going away any time soon .
Damage caused through the use and production of this drug can lead to serious issues for the health of those in an affected property , as well as financial implications for owners involved with remediation and clean-up .
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