​Public Notice - Termination of Designated Area

Building Act 2004 - Section 133BE

Designated Area (Kaikoura District) Terminated

Kaikōura District Council advises that the Minister for Building and Construction has approved the termination of the designated area established under the Building Act 2004 following the July 2026 flood event.

The designated area was established to support the management of buildings and land affected by the flooding and to assist with recovery activities following the emergency. Following assessment of the remaining risks and recovery needs, it has been determined that the designated area is no longer required.

As a result, the special powers and provisions associated with the designation have now ceased to apply.

What This Means

• The designated area has been formally revoked.
• Properties within the former designated area will now be subject to the standard provisions of the Building Act 2004.
• Any future building work will be assessed and managed through the normal building consent and regulatory processes.
• Property owners can continue to contact Council for advice regarding building, planning, and recovery-related matters.

Minister's Decision

The Minister for Building and Construction approved the termination of the designated area on 29th October 2026.

Further Information:

If you have any questions regarding the termination of the designated area or how this may affect your property, please contact Kaikōura District Council:

Phone: 03 319 5026
Email: council@kaikoura.govt.nz

Kaikōura District Council acknowledges the resilience and cooperation of the community throughout the response and recovery from the July 2026 flood event and thanks all residents, property owners, businesses, iwi, contractors, and partner agencies for their support during this period.

Regards Glenn