Determinations are made by MBIE on matters of doubt or dispute to do with building work. Rulings are legally binding, but only in relation to each case.
Previous determinations may provide some useful guidance for those faced with similar problems, but note that individual circumstances may vary.
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This determination discusses the approach to be used when establishing whether a portable unit is a building for the purposes of the Building Act, including factors to consider when deciding if it is immovable and occupied on a permanent or long term basis. The determination includes a decision tree that can be utilised in other cases, and applies the framework in this case where three portable units were connected together.
This determination discusses the application of importance levels in the seismic loading standard AS/NZS 1170 for two new hospital buildings as a means of compliance with B1/VM1 in relation to Clause B1 of the Building Code.
Discussed definition of a ‘building’ under section 9 and the meaning of ‘intended to be occupied’ in relation to an NUO (network utility operator). Also discussed the definition of a specified system in relation to smoke detectors connected to security systems, and the meaning of ‘contribute to the proper functioning of the building’ and ‘functional requirement’ in section 7.
Discussed whether the prefabricated unit is a vehicle, and whether it falls within the definition of a building under section 8 (1) (a) of the Building Act. Also discussed whether the relocation of the unit constituted building work and could be subject to a notice to fix.
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