Can I dig under my house NZ?

Not all homes are built with sufficient ground clearance, so to get access under your floor you may need to create a crawl space by digging out the ground. For all homes, check the underfloor for construction waste, as this may reduce ventilation.

Can I build a basement under my house NZ?

New Zealand building regulations require a basement to have a 2.4m ceiling and waterproofing to become a liveable space. Reiche says that while each project will vary in price, a basement build can cost as much as $500,000 depending on the construction and location of the house and the scale of the project.

How much does it cost to dig under a house?

The cost of digging a basement under a crawl space will range between $10,000 and $30,000 in most cases. This includes raising or bracing the home and digging out the actual dirt and rock.

Can I dig down under my house?

Excavating the ground under your home to create a basement involves major works, high costs and may well require planning permission. The good news is that the vast majority of local authorities will let you dig deep under planning rules known as Permitted Development Rights.

Why are basements not common in New Zealand?

Basements are supposed to cave in when ground at risk of liquifaction….. most of Christchurch area has this risk due to much ground being sediment from Alps. Higher the water table, the greater the risk of liquifaction in an earthquake, so that kind of makes sense.

How much does it cost to lift a house NZ?

Home lift costs start from around $30,000.

How much does excavation cost NZ?

To try give you an understanding of what your earthmoving project might cost, a simple bulk excavation within half an hours drive of a tip site, typically might cost $65+GST per cubic metre of spoil excavated and removed.

How far can you dig under your house?

In the United States, you are legally allowed to dig hole in your backyard up to 5 feet deep. However, you must firstly call 811 to seek permission. Any hole deeper than this will require a special permit. It doesn’t matter where on your property you dig.

Do you need planning permission for underground room?

Do you need permission? If your home already has an underground space that is suitable for conversion from storage (or similar) to a habitable function, planning permission is not normally required as such a change is merely seen as re-purposing.

What is the oldest house in NZ?

Kemp House
The Mission House at Kerikeri in New Zealand was completed in 1822 as part of the Kerikeri Mission Station by the Church Missionary Society, and is New Zealand’s oldest surviving building. It is sometimes known as Kemp House.