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Determinations are made by MBIE on matters of doubt or dispute to do with building work. Rulings are legally binding, but only in relation to each case.

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2011/069: Regarding conditions to a building consent and the use of a building

Note: The determination was subject to appeal but this was dismissed by the Court. See: The Wanaka Gym v Department of Building and Housing [PDF 93 KB] (District Court, Queenstown, 6 September 2012, CIV-2011-059-000225)

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