Substandard repairs - what are your legal rights? seminar - 10 September 2015
Channel: cerachch
Date: 2015-09-11

Recording of the seminar Substandard repairs - what are your legal rights? held at the In The Know Hub, 10 September 2015.

This seminar was for homeowners who have had their home repaired but are concerned about the quality of the repairs.

This is an independent legal perspective (not an engineering one) on what to consider and be aware of when entering the process of getting your repairs rectified.

This seminar covered:

-    How to determine whether or not your repair is substandard
-    When you should engage independent professionals
-    What free services are available to help
-    The current process for rectifying repair issues
-    When you should seek legal representation
-    Homeowner responsibilities with respect to substandard repairs
-    Implications for the homeowner regarding insurance and future sale of a property.

http://intheknow.org.nz/in-the-know-hub/ 

The Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority (CERA) is the agency established by the Government of New Zealand to lead and coordinate the ongoing recovery effort following the devastating earthquakes of September 2010 and February 2011.

CERA is supporting a range of organisations in making well co-ordinated and timely decisions. It aims to help restore the social, economic, cultural and environmental well-being of greater Christchurch communities.

CERA: http://cera.govt.nz