Proof of ownership
You'll need to include proof of ownership that is less than 3 months old – this could be a record of title or your sale and purchase agreement if your record of title hasn't been updated yet.
Order a record of title – Land Information NZ
Existing floor plan
This must show:
- location of fixtures and fittings
- location and type of smoke detectors.
Proposed floor plan
This must show:
- location of the new appliance
- fixtures, fittings and hot water systems
- designated spaces
- location and type of smoke detectors.
Woodburner specifications
Include:
- the full details on the brand and/or type
- installation and maintenance requirements
- clearances for combustible elements
- the ECAN number from the Ministry of Environment.
If your woodburner is inbuilt in an existing fireplace, you'll also need the manufacturer's 15-year durability statement.
If your new flue will be separate from your woodburner
You'll also need to supply the specifications and manufacturer documents of the new flue. This should also include the location of the termination of the new flue, which will need to comply with NZS2918.
Details of flue weathertight compliance
You'll need to provide details of your flue's penetration and how it complies with weathertight requirements.
If you're installing the flue on a lower floor of a multi-floor building, you'll also need to include ceiling and/or floor penetration.
If you're installing a wetback woodburner
You'll need to supply a plumbing plan that shows how your wetback woodburner will connect to your existing water supply.