The Residential Tenancies (Managing Methamphetamine Contamination) Regulations 2026 came into force in April 2026. These regulations provide guidance on how to manage meth residue in rental properties.

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Guidelines on meth contamination

Landlords and tenants must follow certain guidelines when dealing with a rental property affected by methamphetamine (“meth”).

Meth testing and decontamination standards

The testing and decontamination of methamphetamine (“meth”) from properties must be done according to New Zealand Standards, with some modifications.

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