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G10 Piped services

Requires the safe distribution of hot, cold or toxic substances.
Building Code compliance > G Services and facilities > G10 Piped services

D2 Mechanical installations for access

Safety provisions for people using or servicing mechanical installations in buildings, such as lifts or escalators.
Building Code compliance > D Access > D2 Mechanical installations for access

E1 Surface water

Disposal of rainwater from external surfaces and confirmation surface water cannot enter the building.
Building Code compliance > E Moisture > E1 Surface water

Proposed Building for Climate Change amendments released

Proposed amendments to the Building Act introduce energy ratings and waste minimisation plans supporting Aotearoa New Zealand's climate change goals.
News and updates > Proposed Building for Climate Change amendments released

Why residential pools need barriers (Residential pool provisions of the Building Act 2004: Guidance for territorial authorities)

To better protect children, residential swimming pools require barriers.
Building Code compliance > F Safety of users > F9 Restricting access to residential pools > Residential pool provisions of the Building Act 2004: Guidance for territorial authorities > Why residential pools need barriers

F6 Visibility in escape routes

Safety features for escape routes during failure of the main lighting.
Building Code compliance > F Safety of users > F6 Visibility in escape routes

Owners of potentially earthquake-prone buildings

There are things you must do if your territorial authority notifies you that your building is earthquake prone.
Managing buildings > Managing earthquake-prone buildings > Owners of potentially earthquake-prone buildings

Securing parapets and facades on unreinforced masonry buildings

Guidance for building owners, councils and engineers who are required to secure parapets and facades on URM buildings.
Building Code compliance > B Stability > B1 Structure > Securing parapets and facades on unreinforced masonry buildings

Understand your land so you design well

You can learn the latest about your land, and any requirements you'll need to meet before building.
Getting started > Stages of the building process > Understand your land

Top tips for a successful build

How to help your build run smoothly and legally.
Getting started > Stages of the building process > Top tips for building
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