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An introduction to weathertightness design principles

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 Act requirements for lifts

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.

Fire alarm installations must be certified

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.

Importance of fire and smoke doors

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

Practice Advisory 8: Don’t be undone – anchor your spiral

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.

Solid fuel heaters

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.

Timber and timber-based flooring in wet areas

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

Evaluation of pipe suitability for hot and cold water services

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.

Dangerous, affected and insanitary buildings policies

Guides for building officials > Dangerous, affected and insanitary buildings policies >
Guidance for building officials developing policies for dangerous and insanitary buildings

Buildings that must be accessible for people with disabilities

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
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