EP: 2316•13 Jan 2026

Want to Add Value Fast These Reno Jobs Don’t Need Council Permission⎥Ep. 2316

About this episode

You don’t always need a building consent to increase your property’s value, but most Kiwis have no idea what they can legally do.

In this episode, Ed and Andrew unpack the real rules around consent-free renovations and the document every DIY investor must read before lifting a hammer.

You’ll learn:

-Renovations you can do without consent

-The document tells you exactly what’s allowed

-The 3 steps to avoid costly council fines

This episode gives you a clear roadmap for adding value safely – so you can renovate with confidence and stay on the right side of the council.

Want to become a successful property investor? Opes+ is your one place to run numbers on all your investment properties.” Check out the new app here.

Ok, now for the legal bit:

The Property Academy Podcast is for your general information. It’s not financial advice.

So the hosts aren’t telling you what to do with your own money. We’ve made every effort to make sure the information is accurate. But we occasionally get the odd fact wrong.

Make sure you do your own research or talk to a financial adviser before making any investment decisions.

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