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2024/034: How the provisions of the Building Act apply to the structural performance of an existing building where additional floors are being added

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Determination 2024/034[PDF 355 KB]

 

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Date issued
15 July 2024
Primary Building Code clause:
B1 - Structure
Primary topic:
Building Act Interpretation
Council:
Wellington City Council
Section of the Building Act:
112, 17 and 49

Summary

This determination considers the purported refusal of a building consent for alterations to a commercial building. The determination considers how the provisions of the Act apply to the assessment of the proposed additional floors for the purpose of clause B1 Structure of the Building Code. The determination explores the difference in the tests set out in section 17 and s112 of the Act.

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