Garden shed, garage building rules to be loosened

The government has anounced rule changes for garden sheds, garages and backyard studios. Under the new rules single sheds or building structures under 10 square metres can be as close to your property boundary as you like. Single storey detached garages or studios up to 30 square metres will only have to be a metre back from the boundary with the neighbour with no building consent required. Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk spoke to Lisa Owen.