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Is "7.4 Update regulatory requirements to ensure buildings are designed and constructed to withstand more extreme climate hazards" still on hold, if not, what is it's status in the National Adaptation Plan?

Answered Question 41114 (2026)
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Francisco Hernandez

List MP · Green Party

Question

  • Is "7.4 Update regulatory requirements to ensure buildings are designed and constructed to withstand more extreme climate hazards" still on hold, if not, what is it's status in the National Adaptation Plan?

Answered by

Hon Simon Watts

Member for North Shore · National Party · Minister of Climate Change

Answer

As at 31 December 2025, the National Adaptation section referred to in the written parliamentary question was now active.