Canterbury Earthquake (Building Act) Order 2011

The purpose of the Order is to help councils to deal with ongoing earthquake response issues promptly and effectively. It will also help to ensure that people in Canterbury are adequately protected from public health and safety risks following the Canterbury Earthquakes, and ensure that recovery activities are facilitated. The Order in Council replaces the Canterbury Earthquake (Building Act) Order 2010, which expires on 16 September 2011, and provides councils with additional powers to deal with dangerous building situations and extends the period for which the powers are available to 16 September 2013. The Review Panel made a recommendation to the Minister for Canterbury Earthquake Recovery and the Minister for Building and Construction on the draft Order on 26 August 2011. The Review Panel requested additional information. Date in force/expires 17 September 2011/16 September 2013.