This section is a practical source of information for any homeowner. It has introductions to various Acts, a comprehensive glossary, conversion tables for quick and easy reference and a guide to house styles. There are also note pages on which you can record additional information about your home and a pocket for convenient storage of plans, certificates and reports.

In this chapter:

• House styles
• Introduction to the Fencing Act
• Swimming and spa pools
• Introduction to the Building Act
• Introduction to the Resource Management Act
• Conversion factors
• Useful contacts
• Glossary