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Waterproofing to decks and balconies
QBCC is enforcing waterproofing of external decks and has issued a reminder that waterproofing is to comply with AS4654 Waterproofing membranes for external above-ground use….
Changes to Ipswich Planning Scheme
The Council has adopted the QDC for design and siting. This means that unless specified in an estate POD, the maximum site cover for houses…
Pool CPR Signs
CPR signs for new pools must now meet ANZCOR Guideline 8 as shown in the flowchart below. Signs that are already installed and comply with…
Retaining Walls in New South Wales
With the transition to standard Local Environmental Plans, retaining walls are assessed in accordance with the Exempt and Complying Codes SEPP or any development consent…
Changes to Smoke Alarm Laws
The Queensland Government has just advised of changes to smoke alarm laws for domestic dwellings. Further information can be found here. The changes take effect…
Queensland Building Plan
The State Government has released a Discussion Paper entitled the Queensland Building Plan for consultation. The Paper covers of a range of areas including a…
Threaded cyclone rods
All threaded rods are required to comply with the Timber Framing Code (AS1684) which specifies a minimum corrosion protection of 275g zinc coating per square…
Transport Noise Corridors
Transport Noise Corridor mapping has been updated The transport noise corridor mapping has been updated for State-controlled roads. These maps are used in conjunction with…
The information required to be displayed on swimming pool CPR signs is changing
From 1 January 2017, signs must show information about how to conduct CPR in accordance with ANZCOR guideline 8. Guideline 8 is the latest national…
