PS3 Producer Statement NZ: The Complete Construction Guide
The PS3 is the most common producer statement in New Zealand building work. Here's everything LBPs, plumbers, drainlayers, and electricians need to know about completing one correctly.
If you're a Licensed Building Practitioner or a licensed tradesperson working on consented building projects in New Zealand, the PS3 producer statement is the form you'll complete most often. It's the construction equivalent of a professional sign-off — your declaration that work has been carried out to code.
Getting it right matters. A correctly completed PS3 keeps projects moving, satisfies building consent authorities, and protects you professionally. Getting it wrong — missing a clause, using the wrong form, or submitting before the work is finished — can delay a code compliance certificate (CCC) and reflect badly on your reputation.
This guide covers everything you need to know about the PS3 producer statement in New Zealand.
What Is a PS3 Producer Statement?
A PS3 producer statement is a written declaration made by the person who carried out construction work, confirming that the work:
- Was carried out in accordance with the approved building consent and plans
- Complies with the relevant clauses of the New Zealand Building Code (NZBC)
- Was completed by a suitably qualified or licensed professional
The "PS3" designation stands for the third type in the four-level producer statement framework used in NZ: PS1 (design), PS2 (design review), PS3 (construction), and PS4 (construction review). PS3 is the one that applies once the physical work is done.
It is not a guarantee that the work is perfect — it is a professional opinion, backed by your qualifications and first-hand knowledge of the work carried out. This is why only licensed, qualified professionals can sign them.
When Is a PS3 Required?
A PS3 construction producer statement is required when a building consent authority (BCA) needs professional confirmation that construction work meets the NZBC. This typically happens at two stages:
- During construction inspections — a BCA inspector may request a PS3 at a specific stage of the build before allowing work to proceed
- At CCC application — when applying for a Code Compliance Certificate, you must supply PS3 statements for all relevant restricted building work carried out on the project
BCAs commonly require PS3 statements for:
- Foundations and subfloor work
- Structural framing and carpentry (restricted building work)
- Roofing and external cladding (weathertightness)
- Plumbing and drainage installations
- Electrical work
- Drainlaying
- Fire protection installations
- Insulation and passive fire
Who Can Sign a PS3 in New Zealand?
The signatory of a PS3 must be qualified to certify the specific work they're declaring compliant. In practice:
- Licensed Building Practitioners (LBPs) — sign PS3 general forms for restricted building work within their licence class (carpentry, roofing, foundations, external plastering, etc.)
- Licensed plumbers and gasfitters — sign specialist PS3 sub-forms for plumbing and gasfitting work
- Licensed drainlayers — sign specialist PS3 sub-forms for drainage and drainlaying
- Licensed electricians — sign specialist PS3 sub-forms for electrical installations
- Registered engineers — may sign PS3 forms where the construction work involves engineer-designed elements they oversaw
Important: You can only sign a PS3 for work within your own licence class or registration. An LBP with a carpentry licence cannot sign a PS3 for plumbing work, regardless of whether they supervised it.
PS3 Form Numbers: Which Auckland Council Form Do You Need?
Different building consent authorities may use slightly different PS3 form templates. Auckland Council — which processes the highest volume of building consents in New Zealand — uses a suite of specific AC-numbered forms:
- AC2310 — PS3 General (carpentry, roofing, cladding, and general restricted building work)
- AC2335 — PS3 Plumbing and Gasfitting
- AC2336 — PS3 Plumbing and Drainage
- AC2337 — PS3 Electrical
- AC2338 — PS3 Drainlaying
- AC2327 — PS3 Solid Fuel Heating Appliances
- AC2334 — PS3 Intumescent Coatings
Other councils — including Wellington City Council, Christchurch City Council, Waikato District, and others — use their own templates or variations. Always confirm the current form required by the relevant BCA before completing your PS3 producer statement.
What Information Does a PS3 Need to Include?
A complete PS3 producer statement must include:
- Building consent number — the exact consent number assigned by the BCA
- Property address — the site address as it appears on the consent
- Description of work — a specific description of the scope of work being certified
- NZBC clauses — the relevant Building Code clauses for the work carried out
- Signatory details — full name, LBP licence number (or trade registration), licence class
- Contact details — phone and email
- Original signature — your actual signature (not a typed name)
- Date — the date the work was completed and the statement signed
NZBC Clauses Commonly Required on a PS3
The NZBC clauses you need to address depend on the type of work. For general building work (AC2310), the most commonly required clauses include:
- B1 — Structure (for any structural or framing work)
- B2 — Durability (required by Auckland Council on virtually all PS3 forms)
- E2 — External moisture (weathertightness — required for cladding, roofing, windows)
- F2 — Hazardous building materials (if relevant)
- G12 — Water supplies (for plumbing-related work)
- H1 — Energy efficiency (for insulation work)
Common mistake: Leaving B2 Durability blank. Auckland Council requires B2 to be addressed on nearly all construction PS3 statements. Missing it is one of the most frequent query triggers.
PS3 for Restricted Building Work
In New Zealand, certain construction work is classified as Restricted Building Work (RBW) under the Building Act 2004. Only LBPs in the relevant licence class can carry out or supervise RBW, and they must provide a Record of Work to the owner and BCA on completion.
A PS3 producer statement is closely related to this requirement. While a Record of Work confirms the LBP's involvement, a PS3 provides the professional declaration of NZBC compliance. Many BCAs require both documents when processing a CCC application for projects involving RBW.
Common PS3 Mistakes to Avoid
- Signing before work is complete — a PS3 must only be signed after the work is fully finished and inspected
- Wrong form version — using an outdated AC form that the BCA no longer accepts
- Missing NZBC clauses — especially B2 Durability for Auckland Council
- Vague scope descriptions — "plumbing work" is not sufficient; describe exactly what was installed and where
- Wrong consent number — double-check against the actual consent, especially on amended consents
- Signing outside your licence class — an LBP can only certify work within their own licensed scope
Completing Your PS3 On-Site with PS Express
The most reliable way to complete a PS3 correctly is to do it on-site, immediately after the work is finished — not from memory later that evening. PS Express is a New Zealand-built mobile app that makes this straightforward.
The app covers all PS3 form types — general (AC2310) and all specialist sub-forms — and pre-fills your LBP licence number, contact details, and licence class. It guides you through NZBC clause selection for each form type (including flagging B2 Durability for Auckland Council submissions), generates a signed PDF in seconds, and emails it directly to you and your client.
Statements are stored by building consent number, making CCC applications and audits straightforward. No more digging through emails or filling in paper forms at home.
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