Part D1 Excessive noise
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Introduction to this Part This Part sets out the requirements to prevent excessive noise being generated from a plumbing and drainage system that could cause illness or loss of amenity to occupants in a building. Explanatory information…
Part D1 Excessive noise
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Introduction to this Part This Part sets out the requirements to prevent excessive noise being generated from a plumbing and drainage system that could cause illness or loss of amenity to occupants in a building. Explanatory information…
Building for 7 Stars: top tips and guidance
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Building for 7 stars doesn’t have to be costly or complicated. Simple design features and material choices make a big difference to energy efficiency and a home’s energy rating.

Section D Access and Egress (Verification Methods)
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VERIFICATION METHODS DV1 Wire barriers Compliance with DP3(f) and (g) for wire barriers is verified when the wire barrier passes the test described below: (a) Application The test must be carried out on either— (i) a prototype of a wire…
Section D Access and Egress (Verification Methods)
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VERIFICATION METHODS DV1 Wire barriers Compliance with DP3(f) and (g) for wire barriers is verified when the wire barrier passes the test described below: (a) Application The test must be carried out on either— (i) a prototype of a wire…
New NCC CPD is now available!
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We’ve developed a new free educational product range for providers of continuing professional development (CPD).

Vic Section G Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems
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Vic Part G1 Heating ventilation and air-conditioning systems Introduction This Part sets out the requirements for the design, construction, installation, replacement, repair, alteration and maintenance of mechanical heating, cooling and…
Introduction
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THE NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION CODE The National Construction Code (NCC) is an initiative of the Council of Australian Governments developed to incorporate all on-site construction requirements into a single code. The NCC is produced and maintained…
Part 3.1.1 Earthworks
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Appropriate Performance Requirements Appropriate Performance Requirements: Where an alternative approach to earthworks is proposed as a Performance Solution to that described in Part 3.1.1, that proposal must comply with— Performance…
Introduction
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THE NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION CODE The National Construction Code (NCC) is an initiative of the Council of Australian Governments developed to incorporate all on-site construction requirements into a single code. The NCC is produced and maintained…
Part 3.1.1 Earthworks
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Appropriate Performance Requirements Appropriate Performance Requirements: Where an alternative approach to earthworks is proposed as a Performance Solution to that described in Part 3.1.1, that proposal must comply with— Performance…
Vic Section G Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems
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Vic Part G1 Heating ventilation and air-conditioning systems Introduction This Part sets out the requirements for the design, construction, installation, replacement, repair, alteration and maintenance of mechanical heating, cooling and…
Celebrating 21 years of the performance-based code
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In October 1996, the ABCB released its first performance-based code, the BCA, paving the way for Australia’s building and construction industry to adopt performance-based design.

Part A1 Interpreting the NCC
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Introduction to this Part This Part explains important concepts on how the NCC must be interpreted and applied. There are certain conventions and approaches that need to be taken into account when using the NCC. This includes interpreting specific…
Part A1 Interpreting the NCC
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Introduction to this Part This Part explains important concepts on how the NCC must be interpreted and applied. There are certain conventions and approaches that need to be taken into account when using the NCC. This includes interpreting specific…
Part 2.5 Safe movement and access
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Explanatory Information: Explanatory Information: Objective O2.5 The Objective is to provide people with safe access to and within a building. Functional statements F2.5.1 Safety from falling A building is to provide safe…
How to use Section 3
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Explanatory information: Explanatory information: This is a non-mandatory guide on how to use Section 3 of the Housing Provisions. Introduction Section 3, Parts 3.0 to 3.12 are Deemed-to-Satisfy Provisions that are considered to be…
How to Use Section 3
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Explanatory information Explanatory information: This is a non-mandatory guide on how to use Section 3 of the Housing Provisions. Introduction Section 3, Parts 3.1 to 3.12 are Deemed-to-Satisfy Provisions that are considered to be…
How to Use Section 3
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Explanatory information Explanatory information: This is a non-mandatory guide on how to use Section 3 of the Housing Provisions. Introduction Section 3, Parts 3.1 to 3.12 are Deemed-to-Satisfy Provisions that are considered to be…
Part A1 Interpreting the NCC
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Introduction to this Part This Part explains important concepts on how the NCC must be interpreted and applied. There are certain conventions and approaches that need to be taken into account when using the NCC. This includes interpreting specific…