C Detailed Design Flashcards
Can an architect apply for building consent on behalf of the owner?
Why would they?
Yes, with authority to do so.
So they can be the point of contact with the BCA.
Who should apply for CCC?
The owner, under the Act.
Which projects have you worked on with a change of use?
1 Dawson - adding residential (sleeping) to top of existing commercial building.
What might be affected in change of use?
- Protection of other property
- Sanitary facility provisions
- Structural performance
- Fire Rating Performance
What does Section 112 of the building Act offer?
That an altered building must comply as near as reasonably practicable with the building code. Only applies to existing buildings. Can be applied with discretion by the BCA and can be measured as a balance of benefits vs. costs/sacrifices.
What does a compliance schedule do?
Identifies essential safety features which require periodic inspection/maintenance to remain effective.
Name some items on a compliance schedule
Sprinklers Automatic Doors Alarms Back-flow preventers Lifts, Escalators Mechanical Ventilation
What are the four types of producer statements?
PS1 - Design
PS2 - Design Review
PS3 - Construction
PS4 - Construction Review
Should an architect issue a Producer Statement?
Not unless they have to. If they do, then it should only be for a certain element of the design. Never for construction.
What is a producer statement?
A document prepared by a qualified professional confirming their professional opinion that aspects of a design or construction will achieve compliance with the building code or have been built in accordance with the consent.
What should an architect be aware of if asked to issue a producer statement?
Can only be issued by a natural person, not the company.
What was in your fee agreement? Typically these are not included so need to discuss with your client.
Issue for the element only.
Never issue PS3 - these are for construction.
What is restricted building work?
RBW relates to houses and small-to-medium sized apartments. It is classified as work is critical to make home structurally sound and weather tight, and also includes fire safety systems.
What should a producer statement contain?
Information about the author
Information about the building work to which the PS relates.
Information about the means of compliance of the work.
Information to assist the BCA to determine the extent of reliance they should place on the PS.
How might ANARP be assessed?
- Early discussions with council.
- There are determinations available which can be referenced.
What level of license are registered architects deemed to have as an LBP?
Design 3
When is building work complete?
The Act is open to interpretation, but the consensus is that it is complete at Practical Completion.
How long is the defects liability period under SCC, and how long in the building Act?
3 months under SCC
Client has 12 months to give notice of defects under the building Act.
The architect’s responsibilities are absolved at the 3 months.
Retentions only need be held as per the contract (3 months)
Name the building code sections
A General B Stability C Fire D Access E Moisture F Safety of Users G Services H Energy Efficiency