This information sheet provides details of the proposed changes to the Building Code of Australia (BCA) in 2012 in respect to Volume 2 – Housing Provisions. The information is based on the pre-publication draft released in late 2011. Click for more information
This information sheet provides details of the proposed changes to Volume 1 of the Building Code of Australia (BCA) in 2012. The information is based on the pre-publication draft released in late 2011. Click for more information
This information sheet explains what rules apply when installing a kitchen range hood in residential buildings. Click for more information
This information sheet sets out the changed requirements for 6-star energy efficiency standards that now apply to all new homes built in Victoria. Click for more information
This information sheet sets out the current requirements under the BCA for minimum ceiling heights in Class 1 buildings. Click for more information
This information sheet provides an explanation of the BCA requirements for the use of metal in new homes within 1km of the coast and breaking surf. Click for more information
When designing and specifying metal roofing it is important to consider measures to avoid corrosion of the sheet metal. Click for more information
A poorly or under-designed box gutter has the potential to cause major consequential damage so correct design is essential. Click for more information
Concrete slab-on-ground construction is generally the most common form of construction for new homes. An important part of this construction to reduce the risk of moisture ingress is to provide membranes below the slab and damp-proofing Click for more information
A new edition of AS 2870 has been published by Standards Australia but it will not be called up by the BCA until 2012. This information sheet explains the changes. Click for more information
From 2011, there will be a new National Construction Code published by the Australian Building Codes Board which incorporate BCA 2011 Volumes 1 and 2, along with a new Plumbing Code of Australia. Click for more information
BCA 2011 will apply to all projects with building approvals submitted after 1 May 2011, subject to any transitional provisions that apply in your state. There are changes to both Volume 1 and 2 of the BCA that members should take time to review. This information sheet sets out the changes to Volume 2 - Housing Provisions. Click for more information
From 1 May 2011, the Disability Discrimination (Access to Premises – Buildings) Standards 2010 will come into force. The Standard was published in May 2010 to provide sufficient time for the building industry to make the necessary adjustments to any current applications and building designs. The Standard is commonly referred to as the 'Premises Standard'. Click for more information
Amendments to AS 1684 and AS 1720 have been published by Standards Australia. The changes affect the Machine Grade Pine (MGP) classifications but do not take legal effect until they are called up by the BCA in May 2011. In the interim, suppliers and builders can choose to comply with the new standards or continue to comply with the current standards. Click for more information
One of the more contentious issues in relation to bathroom construction is the provision of floor wastes and when they are required. There is much anecdotal evidence out there in relation to this, but what are the facts? Click for more information