What is D1 AS1?
Acceptable Solution D1/AS1 provides a means of compliance with Building Code Clause D1 Access Routes. It ensures people can move safely into, within and out of buildings. Access routes include the approach to the main entrance of a building, corridors, doors, stairs, ramps and lifts.
How far can a handrail project into an access route as a minor projection?
The gold standard of the NZBC D1 requires that a handrail can be considered a ‘minor projection’ provided it doesn’t project more than 100mm into the access route.
Who enforces the Building Code NZ?
Plans and specifications are assessed by building consent authorities (BCAs), usually the council, to ensure the proposed building work will comply with the Building Code.
What would be the imposed floor load for a communal kitchen?
Floor uses and corresponding minimum imposed loads stipulated in the Building….Typical Imposed Floor Loads in a Building Structure.
| Application | UDL (kN/m2 ) | Concentrated (kN) |
|---|---|---|
| Communal kitchen | 3.0 | 4.5 |
| Offices and general work areas | 2.5 | 2.7 |
| Kitchens/laundries/ laboratories | 3.0 | 4.5 |
| Factories and workshops | 5.0 | 4.5 |
How many Building Code clauses are there?
Structure of the Building Code. The Building Code consists of three general clauses and 38 technical clauses.
How wide do stairways need to be?
Building regulations state that the width of your individual stairs should be at least 3 feet or wider. The entire width of your staircase needs to reach a minimum of 36 inches wide. This measurement refers to the distance between both sides of the staircase and does not include the handrails.
How high can a new home be built NZ?
Anything you build will still need to meet the new standards. That means whatever you build can be up to three storeys high and cover up to 50 per cent of a plot of land.
What is the official legal name for the New Zealand Building Code?
Building Act 2004 – the primary legislation governing the building and construction industry. Building Code – contained in Schedule 1 of the Building Regulations 1992, sets the minimum performance standards buildings must meet.
What is the standard floor load?
U.S. building codes specify a uniform live load of 40 pounds per square foot (psf) for most residential floor designs. This load is intended to account for the large number of loads that can occur in a residence. In reality, these loads do not typically take the form of uniform loads.
What is superimposed dead load?
superimposed dead load is the dead load on the structure after slab and beams have been casted .. dead load is the load from slabs and columns and beams . in short superimposed dead load = floor finishes, tiles, water proofing , cable wires , wall loads , plumbing pipes, AC duct.
What is AS1 D1 access routes?
Acceptable Solution D1/AS1 provides a means of compliance with Building Code Clause D1 Access Routes. This clause ensures the safety of entry/exit to the building and the safety of any internal or external stairs. It ensures people can move safely into, within and out of buildings.
What is the current version of d1/as1?
The current version is D1/AS1 (Amd 6) (Second edition, amendment 6) Acceptable Solution D1/AS1 provides a means of compliance with Building Code Clause D1 Access Routes.
What is the acceptable solution d1/as1?
Acceptable Solution D1/AS1 Walking surface(12)Level surface(1)Sloping surface(2)typical values (3)or stairs for coefficient of friction (wet) Acceptable Acceptable Acceptable Acceptable dry slip wet slip dry slip wet slip resistance resistance resistance resistance Concrete pavers
When did the Department of building and housing acceptable solution d1/as1 come out?
DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING AND HOUSING28 February 1998 Acceptable Solution D1/AS1 Figure 12: Measurement of rise and tread Depth Paragraphs 4.1.2 and 4.1.6 Figure 13: Accessible Stairway Projections Paragraph 4.1.7 Archived 0