Plumbers, Gasfitters
and Drainlayers Board
Rental vehicle companies
If you’re a rental vehicle company and your customers are expecting to freedom camp in New Zealand, the vehicles they rent will need to comply with the self-containment requirements and be certified as self-contained.
Understanding the SCV requirements
To be certified as self-contained under the green warrant system, vehicles must have a fixed toilet and must meet other requirements in relation to the vehicle's water supply system, wastewater system, ventilation system, sink, and rubbish storage. We’ve created an infographic summarising the different requirements vehicles need to meet.
The detail of the requirements is contained in the Regulations, made by the government in August 2023. The Vehicle inspection guidance (aimed at Vehicle Inspectors and Certification Authorities) may also be helpful in understanding the requirements contained in the Regulations.
Where to get certified
Visit the register to find a Certification Authority operating in your region.
Can I get my vehicle inspected remotely?
While the legislation does not specify that a vehicle must be inspected in-person, the Board's expectation is that vehicle inspections are carried out in-person wherever possible.