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3.1

Part 3.1 Scope and application of Section 3

Part 3.1 Scope and application of Section 3

(1) This Section sets out the Deemed-to-Satisfy Provisions for—

  1. earthworks — Part 3.2; and
  2. drainage — Part 3.3; and
  3. termite risk management — Part 3.4.

(2) For other site preparation provisions not included in this Section, refer to NCC Volume Two: H1D3(2) Earth retaining structures.

Explanatory information

These provisions relate to general site preparation for footings, services, drainage and installation of termite management systems. It should be noted that other construction methods may be used to achieve the same results as specified in this Part provided they comply with the appropriate Performance Requirement.

The provisions in Part 3.2 will enable earthworks associated with the construction of a building to be carried out safely and to avoid potential damage to the subject building, adjoining structures and property through the soil collapsing or subsiding. Exceptional site conditions (including the effects of torrential rain) may need special consideration and additional advice from appropriately qualified people should be considered.

State and Territory legislation may also have requirements that apply to earthworks, especially in relation to adjoining property and notification of owners of that property. Advice should be obtained from the appropriate authority before commencement of works.

The requirements of this Part are to be read in conjunction with H1D3(2) of NCC Volume Two where an earth retaining structure is installed.

NCC Blurbs

(1) The application of this Section is subject to the following:

  1. The Governing Requirements of NCC 2022 Volume Two.
  2. Any conditions set out within the following Deemed-to-Satisfy Provisions of NCC Volume Two:
    1. H1D3(1), for earthworks.
    2. H2D4(1)(b), for drainage.
  3. The State and Territory variations, additions and deletions contained in the Schedules to the ABCB Housing Provisions and NCC Volume Two.

(2) Except for Table 3.2.1 as referenced by Figure 3.3.2 and except for H1D3(1) for determination of a normal site as referenced by H1D4, Part 3.2 does not apply in New South Wales.

Notes

In New South Wales requirements for shoring and adequacy of excavation works are a prescribed condition of development consent. In addition, consent authorities can place specific controls on siteworks associated with the construction of a building, by imposing further conditions on the development consent.

Explanatory information

In NCC 2019, the content of Section 3 of the ABCB Housing Provisions (other than content added in NCC 2022 or later) was contained in the acceptable construction practices for Parts 3.1.1, 3.1.3 and 3.1.4 of NCC 2019 Volume Two.

NCC 2019 Volume Two did not include an acceptable construction practice for Part 3.1.2.

NCC Title

Application

NCC State
NSW
NCC Variation Type
Replacement
NCC SPTC Current
Application

The application of this Section is subject to the following:

  1. The Governing Requirements of NCC 2022 Volume Two.
  2. Any conditions set out within the following Deemed-to-Satisfy Provisions of NCC Volume Two:
    1. H1D3(1), for earthworks.
    2. H2D2, for drainage.
  3. The State and Territory variations, additions and deletions contained in the Schedules to the ABCB Housing Provisions and NCC Volume Two.

Explanatory information

In NCC 2019, the content of Section 3 of the ABCB Housing Provisions (other than content added in NCC 2022 or later) was contained in the acceptable construction practices for Parts 3.1.1, 3.1.3 and 3.1.4 of NCC 2019 Volume Two.

NCC 2019 Volume Two did not include an acceptable construction practice for Part 3.1.2.