Dangerous, Affected and Insanitary Buildings Policy
We've reviewed our Dangerous, Affected, and Insanitary Buildings Policy and want your feedback on the proposed changes.
What does the policy cover?
This policy outlines how Council identifies, categorises, and manages buildings that may be dangerous, affected by nearby dangerous buildings, or insanitary. It sets our approach, priorities, and how we handle heritage buildings.
What are Dangerous, Affected, and Insanitary Buildings?
- Dangerous buildings: A building likely to cause injury, death or damage to other property, or a building likely to cause injury or death due to fire hazard or building occupancy.
- Affected buildings: A building near to a dangerous building or dangerous dam.
- Insanitary buildings: A building likely to cause ill health or does not have potable water (drinking water) or sanitary facilities (suitable toilet/wastewater facilities).
Why is this important?
Under the Building Act 2004, Council is required to have a policy in place to manage these types of buildings. The policy is required to be reviewed every five years to ensure it remains effective and aligned with current legislation. This ensures public safety while considering the unique circumstances of each building, including its historical and cultural significance.
What's changing in the Policy?
- The policy now includes "affected buildings" required under legislation.
- We've reviewed the policy to ensure a sensitive approach, considering social, economic, and cultural factors.
- Legislative references and stakeholder names have been updated.
- The policy structure has been improved for clarity and readability.
Your input will help us refine this policy to better protect public safety while addressing the needs and values of our community.
Review the Draft Dangerous, Affected and Insanitary Buildings Policy 2024 and Statement of Proposal for further information.
Here's how you can join in the kōrero.
Online Wānanga ipurangi
Fill out the feedback form below.
Hard copy Pepa mārō
Feedback forms are available at all Western Bay of Plenty Library and Service Centres in Katikati, Te Puke, Ōmokoroa and Waihī Beach, or our Barkes Corner office.
Alternatively post it to: Dangerous, Affected and Insanitary Buildings Policy Review, Western Bay of Plenty District Council, Private Bag 12803, Tauranga 3143.
Email īmēra
Send your feedback to: haveyoursay@westernbay.govt.nz
In Person, ā kanohi
If you would also like to provide your feedback to Council in person, please email us at haveyoursay@westernbay.govt.nz by 16 October 2024 to secure a timeslot.
Feedback closes 5pm, Wednesday 16 October.
