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Types of alternative solution and analysis principles (Alternative solutions for Building Code clause C Protection from Fire)

Alternative solutions can take different forms that can be simply classified depending on their complexity.
Building Code compliance > C Protection from fire > C1 Objectives of Clauses C2 to C6 > Alternative solutions for clause C Protection from Fire > Types of alternative solution and analysis principles

Maintaining the Building Code

Regular updates to the Building Code ensures it keeps pace with modern construction methods.
Building Code compliance > Maintaining the Building Code

Building levy

The building levy supports investment in and development of the building sector. It is payable by building owners or developers on successful building consent applications for projects that are worth more than a prescribed threshold.

Building levy

4.1 Repair, maintenance, and replacement of sanitary plumbing and drainage (4. Plumbing and drainage)

A range of plumbing work can be done without a building consent as long as it's done by an authorised person.
Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Exempt building work guidance > 4. Plumbing and drainage > 4.1 Repair, maintenance, and replacement of sanitary plumbing and drainage

2.5 Unoccupied detached buildings for housing fixed plants or machinery (2. Detached, standalone buildings)

Certain unoccupied buildings that don't normally pose a safety risk don't require a building consent.
Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Exempt building work guidance > 2. Detached, standalone buildings > 2.5 Unoccupied detached buildings for housing fixed plants or machinery

Staircases (6. Internal circulation: Designing buildings for access and usability)

Internal stairs should be easy to locate and safe to use.
Building Code compliance > D Access > 6. Internal circulation > Staircases

Rapid building assessment resources

Field guides, assessment forms and placards to help territorial authorities quickly assess building safety post-disaster
Managing buildings > Managing buildings in an emergency > Rapid Building Assessment System > Rapid building assessment resources

Building owner rights and obligations

General building owner rights and obligations, with full requirements set out in the Building Act and its regulations.
Getting started > Your rights and obligations > Building owner rights and obligations

Acceptable Solutions and Verification Methods

How Acceptable Solutions and Verification Methods work together.
Building Code compliance > How the Building Code works > Different ways to comply with the Building Code > Acceptable Solutions and Verification Methods

13.3 Retaining walls up to 3 metres depth of ground (13. Support structures)

This exemption covers retaining walls in rural zones which are designed or reviewed by a Chartered Professional Engineer
Projects & consents > Planning a successful build > Scope and design > Check if you need consents > Building work that doesn't need a building consent > Exempt building work guidance > 13. Support structures > 13.3 Retaining walls up to 3 metres depth of ground
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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: