The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment are seeking feedback on fire safety requirements in the Building Code to offer better protection from fire for people and property.
The way we build is changing. Since the last update of the Building Code fire safety regulations in 2012 building uses, technology, building materials and construction methods have moved on rapidly. These changes are adding new complexities to fire safety in our homes and buildings, and to firefighting.
In its review, MBIE wants to:
- address issues regarding fire provisions in the Building Code
- see how they can make it easier for people to make decisions when considering fire provisions in the Building Code
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