NCC 2016: Update on the Building Code of Australia
The NCC National Seminars provided an opportunity to hear and engage with presenters from both the ABCB and Standards Australia on the NCC 2016 changes. This clip informs building practitioners of those changes including information presented on:
- Amendments to the NCC Mandatory general provisions to engender a performance mindset by improving clarity and highlighting choice;
- New verification methods for ventilation and structural robustness;
- New timber construction requirements for buildings up to 25m in effective height;
- New provisions for farm buildings; and
- Amendments to the Housing Provisions for stairs, ventilation and new requirements for dwellings above garages.