2025/036: Whether a pool barrier complies with clause F9 of the Building Code and whether to grant a waiver of section 162C(1) Building Act 2004

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This determination considers whether a residential pool with an adjacent set of steps complies with clause F9 of the Building Code to restrict access of young children to the pool.

The determination also considers whether granting a waiver under section 188(3A) of the Act would significantly increase the danger to children under five years of age.

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