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Building under the new 70sqm “granny flat” exemption rules? Consider the liability and insurance implications

Building under the new 70sqm “granny flat” exemption rules? Consider the liability and insurance implications

by Ben Rickard | Feb 9, 2026 | Insurance, Liability

From 15th January 2026 an exemption to the Building Act means single-storey, stand-alone dwellings less than 70sqm can be built without requiring a building consent. There are quite a few conditions to meet before the exemption will apply, so it’s critical builders...
How much will a liability policy pay if you cause damage to someone’s property?

How much will a liability policy pay if you cause damage to someone’s property?

by Ben Rickard | Jan 17, 2024 | Insurance

A liability policy pays for the loss that someone else has suffered but that you’re responsible for. With public liability (also known as general or broadform liability) this generally equates to the value of the property that has been damaged. If that property...

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