New Zealand’s earthquake-prone building regime is undergoing its most significant change in years. 

When implemented, the reforms will change which buildings are captured by the system, how seismic risk is assessed and the requirements for owners of earthquake-prone buildings. With the new framework taking shape soon, now is the time for property professionals to understand what is changing and what it means for their buildings, projects and investment decisions.

About this course 

This interactive half-day course provides a clear, practical overview of the changes to New Zealand’s earthquake-prone building framework and what they mean for the property sector. Hear from leading experts as they unpack the reforms, the shift towards a more targeted, risk-based approach, and the implications for property owners, developers and investors.

Gain practical insights to help you understand the potential implications for your assets, projects and investment decisions.

What you’ll gain

By the end of this course, you will have:

• A clear understanding of the reforms – including what is changing in New Zealand’s earthquake-prone building framework and why. 

• Regulatory insights – understand the new approach to identifying, assessing and managing earthquake-prone buildings. 

• Confidence during the transition – understand key timeframes, requirements and what the changes mean for existing buildings and projects. 

• Better decision-making – practical knowledge to help assess seismic risk and inform property, investment and development decisions. 

• Direct access to experts – with the opportunity to hear from and ask questions of experts working across the seismic and property sectors.

Who should attend? 

This course is designed for anyone working in or with the property sector who wants to understand the changes to New Zealand’s earthquake-prone building framework and their implications for property, investment and development.