New insulation standards to avoid being rolled back – industry sources

New insulation standards to avoid being rolled back – industry sources
After a heated debate on the merits of new insulation standards, it appears unlikely the Government will be scrapping them completely. (Image: NZME)
Cécile Meier
New home insulation standards are likely to be fine-tuned, rather than rolled back, BusinessDesk understands. Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk was considering scrapping upgrades to glazing and insulation requirements brought in last year, amid reports they increase building costs and cause overheating in some homes, RNZ reported this year. While some builders welcomed the news, most in the construction industry, as well as health experts and environmentalists, expressed dismay at the prospect of reverting to previous...

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