Fire affecting areas beyond the source: vertical or horizontal fire spread, Material Group Numbers, surface finishes.
Buildings will withstand likely loads, including wind, earthquake, live and dead loads (people and building contents).
Requires the safe supply, storage, reticulation and delivery of hot and cold water.
Fire warnings, visibility of escape routes (smoke obscuration), automatic fire sprinkler systems, means of escape.
Step-by-step guide for self-certifying work, from checking eligibility to issuing a certificate of compliance.
Safety objectives for people, other property and firefighting applied to clauses C2 to C6 of the Building Code.
Regular updates to the Building Code ensures it keeps pace with modern construction methods.
Confirming the use of materials that will remain functional for the minimum periods specified (5, 15 or ≥50 years).
Get council sign-off (code compliance certificate) to complete your build and meet your legal obligations.
Learn about the requirements for withholding retention money.