healthy home standards
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Electrical compliance for healthy home standards
Trilect team have had an incredible response to the recent government legislation - trust us, they are all sorted.
So, what does the law say?
The following extract was taken from the Otago times, we have shortened it to help you understand the new laws that are being implemented
New Government rules will require every rental home in New Zealand to have a heater in the living room and an extractor fan in the kitchen and bathroom.
From mid 2021, all rental homes will be required by law to have a heater that can heat a main living area to 18degC. Kitchens and bathrooms will have to have extraction fans or range hoods.
From July 2021, private landlords must ensure their rental properties comply with the stands.
All Housing New Zealand houses and registered Community Housing Providers houses must comply with the healthy home standards by July 2023.
By July 2024, all rental homes must comply with the new standards.
What if I ignore this?
Landlords that don’t meet their obligations under the healthy homes standards are in breach of the Residential Tenancies Act 1986. They may be liable for exemplary damages of up to $7,200.
Heating standard
what are the requirements?
Landlords must provide one or more fixed heaters that can directly heat the main living room.
The heater(s) must be acceptable types, and must meet the minimum heating capacity required for the main living room which is 18°C during the coldest time of the year. Therefore, under the new laws, something like cheap plug in electric heaters might not cut it.
why should i call trilect for this?
We specialise in air conditioning installation, maintenance and service and have years of qualified experience to help you get your AC unit installed and serviced to keep it running smoothly. To learn more, click here
Ventilation standard
what are the requirements?
Under the new law, kitchens and bathrooms must have extractor fans vented to the outside. This is to reduce mould and dampness caused by poor ventilation, which is harmful for tenants’ health as well as landlords’ property.
- Kitchens – In any room with a cooktop, new fans or rangehoods installed after 1 July 2019 must have a minimum diameter (including ducting) of 150mm or an exhaust capacity of at least 50 litres per second.
- Bathrooms – In any room with a shower or bath, new fans installed after 1 July 2019 must have a minimum diameter (including ducting) of 120mm or an exhaust capacity of at least 25 litres per second.
why should i call trilect for this?
The Trilect team has been helping New Zealand home owners to manage temperature and moisture variations for decades. We provide a complete home ventilation service – whatever your home ventilation, heating or cooling challenge, we’ve got the skills and products to help you make your home healthy and snug, so you can fully relax. Click here to learn more.
Ventilation standard
what are the requirements?
Under the new law, kitchens and bathrooms must have extractor fans vented to the outside. This is to reduce mould and dampness caused by poor ventilation, which is harmful for tenants’ health as well as landlords’ property.
- Kitchens – In any room with a cooktop, new fans or rangehoods installed after 1 July 2019 must have a minimum diameter (including ducting) of 150mm or an exhaust capacity of at least 50 litres per second.
- Bathrooms – In any room with a shower or bath, new fans installed after 1 July 2019 must have a minimum diameter (including ducting) of 120mm or an exhaust capacity of at least 25 litres per second.
why should i call trilect for this?
The Trilect team has been helping New Zealand home owners to manage temperature and moisture variations for decades. We provide a complete home ventilation service – whatever your home ventilation, heating or cooling challenge, we’ve got the skills and products to help you make your home healthy and snug, so you can fully relax. Click here to learn more.
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