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2016/048: Section 112 requirements to remediate the fire separation between units in an apartment complex, and compliance of the proposed solution

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Determination 2016/048[PDF 456 KB]

 

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Date issued
3 October 2016
Primary Building Code clause:
C3 - Fire affecting areas beyond the fire source
Primary topic:
Fire safety
Council:
Auckland Council
Section of the Building Act:
112

Summary

This determination concerns construction defects that were exposed during building work undertaken to remediate weathertightness issues. The determination considers the code-compliance of the use of intumescent sealant without plasterboard patches for penetrations in intertenancy walls, and discusses the application of section 112 of the Act in respect of the defects in existing construction including those not exposed as part of the proposed building work.

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