The Healthy Homes Deadline Has Passed. Are You 100% Compliant?

The 1st of July 2025 was the final deadline for all private rentals in New Zealand to comply with the Healthy Homes Standards. This isn’t an “upcoming” change anymore—it is the law, and it’s being actively enforced.

For landlords on the Hibiscus Coast, this is now one of the single biggest financial risks you face.

The Tenancy Tribunal is not sympathetic to non-compliance. “I didn’t know” or “it’s an old house” are not valid defences. A single breach can result in fines of up to $7,200, payable to the tenant.

Our job is to ensure your investment is 100% compliant, 100% of the time.

A Quick Refresher: The 5 Legal Standards

Your rental property must meet the specific minimum requirements for all five of these standards.

1. HEATING: There must be a fixed heater in the main living room (like a heat pump or panel heater) that is the correct size for the room, calculated using the official government formula.
2. INSULATION: Ceiling and underfloor insulation must meet the required R-value.
3. VENTILATION: Kitchens and bathrooms must have extractor fans that vent to the outside.
4. MOISTURE & DRAINAGE: The property must have efficient drainage, guttering, and a ground moisture barrier (if it has an enclosed subfloor).
5. DRAUGHT STOPPING: Any unreasonable gaps or holes in walls, ceilings, windows, and doors that cause draughts must be blocked.

The Hidden Risks Most Landlords Miss

Compliance is far more complex than just “having a heat pump.” This is where self-managing landlords get caught out.

• The New Build Trap: Don’t assume a new build in Millwater or Silverdale is compliant. We often see new homes that fail because a builder installed a bathroom fan that vents into the ceiling cavity, not to the outside—an instant fail.
• The Calculation is Key: A heat pump that is too small for the living room is non-compliant. The size must be based on a specific calculation, not a guess.
• It’s an Ongoing Obligation: Compliance isn’t a one-off task. If an extractor fan breaks or a draught stop comes loose, the property is non-compliant. We check these standards at every routine inspection.
• The Paperwork: You must have a detailed, 100% accurate Healthy Homes Compliance Statement in every new tenancy agreement. An incomplete or incorrect statement can lead to fines.

How We Protect You

Managing this legal minefield is a core part of our service. When you partner with Ray White Beacon, we take this entire burden off your shoulders.

• We conduct full audits using the latest software.
• We provide you with a clear compliance report.
• We manage our trusted local tradies to fix any issues cost-effectively.
• We ensure all your legal tenancy documents are 100% correct.
• We check the standards at every inspection, giving you ongoing peace of mind.

Don’t Risk a $7,200 Fine

Our comprehensive Landlord Information Guide includes a detailed checklist on the Healthy Homes Standards and your full legal obligations.

Download it for free and get the clarity you need to protect your investment.