Building Code compliance >
E Moisture >
E2 External moisture >
An introduction to weathertightness design principles >
Guidance on designing and constructing weathertight buildings in New Zealand, including principles of weathertightness.
Building Code compliance >
D Access >
D2 Mechanical installations for access >
Building Act requirements for lifts >
All parties involved in lift installation must meet the requirements of the Building Act.
Building Code compliance >
C Protection from fire >
C1 Objectives of Clauses C2 to C6 >
Fire alarm installations must be certified >
Get new fire alarm systems certified by an accredited inspection body.
Building Code compliance >
C Protection from fire >
C1 Objectives of Clauses C2 to C6 >
Importance of fire and smoke doors >
Any alteration to a building’s active or passive fire protection systems, other than maintenance, requires a building co
Building Code compliance >
B Stability >
B1 Structure >
Practice Advisory 8 >
It is important to anchor every section of spiral reinforcement in circular columns and piles, and properly splice ends.
Building Code compliance >
C Protection from fire >
C1 Objectives of Clauses C2 to C6 >
Solid fuel heaters >
Solid fuel heater durability, installation and maintenance requirements, for homeowners, councils and installers.
Building Code compliance >
B Stability >
B2 Durability >
Timber and timber-based flooring in wet areas >
Guidance on interpreting treatment of flooring in wet areas in NZS 3602: Timber and Wood Based Products for Use in Build
Building Code compliance >
G Services and facilities >
G12 Water supplies >
Evaluation of pipe suitability for hot and cold water services >
Guidance about evaluating the suitability of pipe material in the consenting and inspection process.
Guides for building officials >
Dangerous, affected and insanitary buildings policies >
Guidance for building officials developing policies for dangerous and insanitary buildings
Building Code compliance >
D Access >
D1 Access Routes >
Buildings that must be accessible for people with disabilities >
Highlights Building Act 2004 provisions related to access for people with disabilities, and requirements related to chan