Compliance statement FAQs

For more information:

Read the compliance statement policy: Land development and subdivision

Read the compliance statement policy: Watercare infrastructure projects

What is a Watercare compliance statement?
A document that confirms that the design or construction works have been completed in accordance with our standards.
Why do I need to provide Watercare with a compliance statement?
Who completes the statement?
What qualifications must I have, to submit a statement?
What registration board or professional body do I need to belong to?
How do you select the registration boards?
What if the board I belong to is not recognised?
What happens if I do not provide a compliance statement?
Which works require a compliance statement?
What evidence do I need to provide with the design statements?
What evidence do I need to provide with the construction statements?
What are the consequences of signing a statement and what am I liable for?
When will my statement not be accepted?
Can I use an IPENZ producer statement for Watercare works?