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Anchor capacity at concrete slab floor edges

Know the pitfalls when using anchor connections on timber framed walls and concrete slabs-on-ground.

Modification of the durability periods described in Clause B2.3.1

Compliance with B2 is essentially achieved when the building is substantially complete, with the durability period start

Roof domes (acrylic or polycarbonate) and potential failure

Roof domes must be designed for the worst effects from weather, plus anticipated people or maintenance loads.

Recladding roofs (building consent requirements clarified)

Information on replacing roofs that fail within the first 15 years, and whether a consent is needed for the work.

Durability vs warranty

Understand the difference between Building Code durability requirements and product and implied warranties.

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

This information is published by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s Chief Executive. It is a general guide only and, if used, does not relieve any person of the obligation to consider any matter to which the information relates according to the circumstances of the particular case. Expert advice may be required in specific circumstances. Where this information relates to assisting people: