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Building industry codes of practice

We encourage industry groups to create their own guidance and codes of practice for the use of their products. These need to complement and comply with our Acceptable Solutions and Verification Methods.

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Below are some examples developed by the industry:

Code of Practice for weathertight concrete and concrete masonry construction

The Cement and Concrete Association of New Zealand (CCANZ) provides weathertightness solutions for conrete and concrete masonry buildings.

The Building Code clause E2 External Moisture references this Code of Practice in Acceptable Solution E2/AS3.

Visit the CCANZ website to read their Code of Practice for Weathertight Concrete and Concrete Masonry Construction. It was published in August 2011.

Code of Practice for torch-on membranes systems for roofs and decks

Waterproofing Membrane Association NZ Inc. provides guidance on the selection, design and installation of modified, reinforced bituminous materials.

Visit the WMAI website to view their publications and download the Code of Practice. it was published in October 2008.

The New Zealand metal roof and wall cladding Code of Practice

NZ Metal Roofing Manufacturers (MRM) provides guidance on the selection, design and installation of metal roofing and wall cladding systems.

Visit the MRM website to download their Code of Practice. It was published in April 2008.

  • Published on 15 March 2016
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