BUILDING CODE OF AUSTRALIA COMPLIANCE ASSSESSMENT … · This report provides a Building Code of Australia 2016 (BCA) compliance assessment of the proposed new six storey mixed use

BCA Compliance Assessment 30-32 Pomeroy Street Homebush

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BUILDING CODE OF AUSTRALIA COMPLIANCE ASSSESSMENT

Prepared by Nexus Architecture P/L

PROPOSED NEW MIXED USE RESIDENTIAL BUILDING

30-32 POMEROY STREET HOMEBUSH


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CONTENTS 1.0 Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………..3

2.0 BCA Assessment Data………………………………………………………………………………..5

3.0 BCA Compliance Assessment……………………………………………………………………..6

4.0 Conclusion………………………………………………………………………………………………22 Attachment A –Requirements for Type A Construction …………………………………..23


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1.0 INTRODUCTION This report provides a Building Code of Australia 2016 (BCA) compliance assessment of the proposed new six storey mixed use residential building at 30-32 Pomeroy Street Homebush. The primary purpose of this report is to identify the non-compliance matters contained in the proposed design against the current Deemed-to-Satisfy (DTS) Provisions of the BCA and to provide compliance recommendations to overcome the DTS non-compliance. This report provides a detailed BCA assessment table in Section 3.0 that summarises the identified non-compliance matters and offers specific compliance recommendations. 1.1 Basis of Report This report is based on a desktop assessment of the following information:

Architectural plans prepared by Nexus Architecture P/L DA01 to DA23 dated 01/07/2017 The Building Code of Australia 2016, published by the Australian Building

Codes Board and The Guide to the Building Code of Australia 2016, published by the

Australian Building Codes Board. 1.2 Purpose of the Report The purpose of the report is to:

Provide a Building Code of Australia (BCA) assessment of the proposed development against the Deemed-to-Satisfy (DTS) Provisions of the BCA 2011 with specific regard to Section C (Fire Resistance), Section D (Access and Egress), Section E (Services and Equipment), and Section F (Health and Amenity) of the BCA 2016, and

To identify the DTS non-compliances with the BCA 2016 that could affect the proposed development, and

Make compliance recommendations to address the identified DTS non-compliance with the BCA 2016, specifically by either design changes to accommodate DTS compliance or suggesting Alternative Solutions to demonstrate compliance with the relevant Performance Requirements of the BCA.

1.3 Limitations of the Report This report excludes any works not outlined above, however specifically excludes the following:

Detailed access assessment against Part D3 of the BCA and the new Premises Standards.

Reporting on hazardous materials, OH&S matters or site contamination,


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Assessment of any structural elements or geotechnical matters relating to the building, including any structural or other assessment of the existing fire resistance levels of the building or assessment of plumbing and drainage installations, including stormwater,

Assessment of plumbing and drainage installations, including stormwater, Assessment of mechanical plant operations, electrical systems or security

systems, Heritage significance, Consideration of energy or water authority requirements, Consideration of Council’s local planning policies, Environmental or planning issues, Requirement of statutory authorities, Pest inspection or assessment building damage cause by pests, Sections B, G or H or J of the BCA are not considered, Provision of any construction approvals or certification under Part 4A or

Part 5 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979, and Glazing, shading, lighting calculations and the like required by Section J of

the BCA not been carried out.


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2.0 BCA ASSESSMENT DATA The following is a summary of the Building Code of Australia (2015) assessment data in relation to the proposed six storey building at 30-32 Pomeroy Street Homebush West. BCA Building Classification Class 2 Residential and Class 7a Car park and Class 6 retail (determined in accordance with A3.2, A3.3 and A3.4 of the BCA) Building rise in storeys 6 Type of Construction Type A (determined in accordance with C1.1 of the BCA). Effective Height 18.1m


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3.0 BCA COMPLIANCE ASSESSMENT The following Section details the BCA compliance of the proposed six storey mixed use development at 30-32 Pomeroy Street, Homebush. BCA DEEMED TO SATISFY PROVISION

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SECTION C: FIRE RESISTANCE Part C1: Fire Resistance and Stability C1.1 Type of construction Required

X Refer to Specification C1.1 and Attachment A for the FRL requirements for Type A Construction.

C1.2 Calculation of rise in Storeys

X The building will have a rise in of 6 storeys.

C1.3 Buildings of multiple classification

X For information only.

C1.4 Mixed types of construction

X The building will only be of Type A Construction.

C1.5 Two storey class 2, 3, or 9c buildings

X Not applicable. The subject building contains more than two storeys.

C1.6 Class 4 parts of buildings

X Not applicable. This clause relates to Class 4 parts of buildings only.

C1.7 Open spectator stands and indoor sports stadiums

X Not applicable. This clause relates to open spectator stands and indoor sports stadiums only.

C1.8 Lightweight construction

X If lightweight construction is used to achieve a FRL, such as enclosing structural steel elements in fire rated plasterboard, it must comply with Specification C1.8 Details should be provided in Construction Certification (CC) documents.

C1.9 X Clause deleted C1.10 Fire Hazard Properties

X Fire hazard properties of all new materials must comply with BCA Clause C1.10. Specifically, all new floor materials, floor coverings, wall and ceiling lining materials must comply with Specification C1.10a of the BCA and all new materials/assemblies must comply with Specification C1.10 of the BCA except where an exemption from these requirements is provided in for BCA Clause C1.10(c). Details should be provided in CC documents.

C1.11 Performance of external walls in fire

X Not applicable. There are no concrete external walls that could collapse as complete panels.


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BCA DEEMED TO SATISFY PROVISION

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C1.12 X Information clause only. Part C2: Compartmentation and Separation C2.2 General floor area and volume limitations

X Complies for Type A construction.

C2.3 Large isolated buildings

X Not applicable. The building is not a “large isolated building”

C2.4 Requirements for open spaces and vehicular access

X Not applicable. The building is not a “large isolated building”

C2.5 Class 9a & 9c buildings

X Not applicable. There are no Class 9a or 9c parts.

C2.6 Vertical separation of openings in external walls

X As the building will not be sprinkler protected, the openings in the external walls will need to comply with the vertical separation requirements of C2.6 as required, that is:

They are protected with a 900mm high (FRL 60/60/60) spandrel extending at least 600mm above the separating slab or,

They are provided with a 1.1m horizontal projection (FRL 60/60/60) also extending at least 450mm either side of the opening.

C2.7 Separation by fire walls

X Noted. See C2.8.

C2.8 Separation of classifications in different storeys

X A firewall shall be provided between the class 6 (retail) and the class 7a (carpark ramp) located on the retail ground floor plan. The firewall shall have an FRL of 180/180/180.

C2.9 Separation of classifications in different storeys

X Floor between Retail Floor and Commercial Floor Plan requires an FRL of 180/180/180.

C2.10 Separation of lift shafts

X The lift shaft shall have an FRL in accordance with type A construction.

C2.11 Stairways and lifts in one shaft

x Complies. The Stairways and lifts are not in one shaft

C2.12 Separation of equipment

X Any equipment in the building (subject to C2.12) shall be fire separated from the reminder of the building

C1.13 Electricity supply system

X All rooms containing switchboards in the electrical installation which sustain the electricity supply to the emergency equipment must be fire separated from any other part of the building by construction having an FRL of not less than 120/120/120 and the doorway fitted with self-closing fire door having an FRL of not less than -/120/30


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Part C3: Protection of Openings C3.2 Protection of openings in external wall

X There are no external openings which require protection in accordance with C3.2

C3.3 Separation of external walls and associated openings in different fire compartments

X Not applicable.

C3.4 Acceptable methods of protection

X Information clause. Where protection is required, doorways, windows and other openings must be protected as follows:

i) Doorways – internal and external wall-wetting sprinklers as appropriated with doors that are self-closing or automatic closing or -/60/30 fire doors (self –closing or automatic closing)

ii) Windows – internal or external wall-wetting sprinklers as appropriate used with windows that are automatic or permanently fixed in the closed position, -/60/- fire windows (automatic or permanently fixed in the closed position) or - /60/- automatic fire shutters

iii) Other openings – internal or external wall-wetting sprinklers as appropriate or construction on having an FRL not less than -/60/-

Fire doors, fire windows and fire shutters must comply with Specification C3.4.

C3.5 Doorways in fire walls

X Doors within fire walls will require the FRL of the wall and an insulation of 30 minutes.

C3.6 Sliding fire doors

X Not applicable. There are no sliding fire doors proposed or required.

C3.7 Protection of doorways in horizontal exits

X Not applicable. The building does not require horizontal exits.

C3.8 Openings in fire-isolated exits

X Doorways to the first isolated exits (except the final exit doors to a road or open space) must be protected by -/60/30 fire doors that are self-closing or automatic closing.

C3.9 Service penetrations on fire-isolated exits

X The fire isolated exits are not be penetrated by any services other than water supply pipes for fire services OR electrical wiring associated with

A lighting, detection, or pressurized system serving the exit. Or

A security, surveillance or management system serving the exit, or


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An intercommunication system or an audible or visual alarm system in accordance with D2.22 (it is noted that re-entry from fire-isolated exits will not be required), or

The monitoring of hydrant or sprinkler isolating valves.

Details should be provided in CC documents.

C3.10 Openings in fire-isolated lift shafts

X The entrance doorway to the lift shaft shall achieve an FRL of -/60/-

C3.11 Bounding construction on Class 2, 3 and 4 buildings

X The doorway between the sole occupancy units and the public corridors (unit entry doors) must be protected by self-closing -/60/30 fire doors. Details should be provided in CC documents.

C3.12 Openings in floors and ceilings for services

X Where new services pass through the first floor and second floor (which are required to achieve a FRL), the service must be protected within a fire resisting shaft or in accordance with Clause C3.15. Details should be provided in CC documents.

C3.13 Openings in shafts

X Not applicable. There do not appear to be any openings in a wall providing access to a ventilating, pipe, garbage or other service shaft. Any such opening would require protection in accordance with subclauses (a) to (d).

C3.14 X Blank clause.

C3.15 Openings for service installations

X Where services pass through an element which is required to achieve a FRL (other than an external wall or roof), the service must be protected in accordance with this Clause (as relevant to the subject service) i.e. PVC pipe penetrations can be protected with fire collars. Mechanical penetrations to be fitter with fire damper etc. Details should be provided in CC documents.

C3.16 Construction joints

X Construction joints to be fire sealed as required.

C3.17 Columns protected in lightweight construction to achieve an FRL

X Not applicable. It appears that the columns will be of concrete construction.


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SECTION D: ACCESS & EGRESS Part D1: Provision for Escape D1.2 Number of exits required

X Each level is provided with two exits. Complies.

D1.3 When fire-isolated stairways and ramps are required

X 2 x fire isolated stairs are provided in a scissor form. Complies.

D1.4 Exit travel distances

X D1.4(a)(i) requires that there is no point on the floor which is more than :

A. 6m from an exit or from a point from which travel in different directions to 2 exits is available, or

B. 20m from a single exit serving the storeys to the level of egress to a road of open space

D1.5 Distance between alternative exits

X All exits (required as alternative means of egress) are between 9m – 45m apart (complies).

D1.6 Dimensions of exits and paths of travel to exits

X All exits (required as alternative means of egress) are between 9m – 45m apart (complies).

D1.7 Travel via fire isolated exits

X A room from SOU cannot open directly into a fire isolated stair.

D1.8 External stairways or ramps in lieu if fire-isolated exits

X Not applicable. There are no external stairs in lieu of fire isolated stairs.

D1.9 Travel by non-fire-isolated stairways or ramps

X Not applicable. There are no non fire isolated stairs.

D1.10 Discharge from exits

X Details should be provided in CC documents.

D1.11 Horizontal exits

X There are no horizontal exits proposed.

D1.12 Non-required stairways, ramps or escalators

X Not applicable. There are no non-required stairways, ramps or escalators.

D1.13 Number of person accommodated

X See Section D1.6 above.

D1.14 X Information clause only.

Measurement of distances

D1.15 Method of Measurement

X Information clause only.


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D1.16 Plant rooms and list machine rooms. Concession


D1.17 Access to lift pits

X Not applicable. There are no lifts existing, proposed or required.

Part D2: Construction of Exits D2.1 Application of Part


D2.2 Fire-isolated stairways and ramps

X The fire-isolated stairs are required to be constructed

of non-combustible materials, and so that if there is local failure it will not

cause structural damage to, or impair the fire resistance of, the shaft.

D2.3 Non-fire-isolated stairways and ramps

X Not applicable. There are no non fire isolated stairs

D2.4 Separation of rising and descending stair flights

X Not applicable. There is no direct connection between the flight rising from a storey below the lowest level of access to a road or open space.

D2.5 Open access ramps and balconies

X There are no open access ramps or balconies subject to this clause.

D2.6 Smoke lobbies

X There are no open access ramps or balconies subject to this clause.

D2.7 Installations in exits and paths of travel

X All electricity meters, distribution boards, telecommunications distribution boards or equipment, electricity motors or other motors in the foyers or open balconies must be enclosed with non-combustible construction or a fire protective covering with doorways suitable sealed against smoke spread. Details should be provided in CC documents.

D2.8 Enclosure of space under stairs and ramps

The space under the fire-isolated stairways must not be enclosed to form a cupboard or similar enclosed space. If the space under any non-fire-isolated stairs is to be enclosed to form a storage cupboard, the enclosing construction must achieve a FRL of not less than 60/60/60 and the doorway must be protected with a self-closing fire door achieving a FRL of not less than -/60/30. Details should be provided in CC documents.

D2.9 Width of stairways


D2.10 Pedestrian ramps

X Not applicable.


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D2.11 Fire-isolated passageways

X Not applicable. There are no fire isolated passageways proposed.

D2.12 Roof as open space

X Not applicable. There are no stairs discharging to the roof.

D2.13 Goings and risers

X The dimensions for the treads and risers have not been indicated, however the stairs would appear to generally comply with the Clause. Generally speaking, the goings would need to be between 250mm and 355mm and the risers between 115mm high and 190mm high. The goings and risers must be (constant) uniform throughout each flight and each tread must have a non-slip finish or an adequate non-skid strip near the edge of the nosings. Details should be provided in CC documents.

D2.14 Landings

X Landings appear to comply with this clause. Generally speaking, landings must not be less than 750mm and where this involves a change in direction the length is measured from the inside edge of the landing. All landings must have a non-slip finish or an adequate non-skid strip near the edge of the landings. Details should be provided in CC documents.

D2.15 Thresholds

X Door thresholds appear to comply with this Clause.

D2.16 Balustrades or other barriers

X Balustrades must be provided to stairs and balconies where there is a fall of more than 1m, and must be provided to openable windows (where it is possible for a person to fall through and the surface beneath is no more than 4m). Any new balustrades shall

Be a minimum of 1m high on level surfaces or 865m high above the nosings of each stairway tread, and

Have balustrades which would not allow a 125mm sphere to pass through. Wire balustrades shall comply with D2 16(h).

Details should be provided in CC documents. D2.17 Handrails

X All stairways are required to be provided with a handrail. Handrails shall be provided along at least one side of the flight and be fixed at a height of not less than 865mm; measured above the nosings of stair treads and the floor surface of the ramp, landing or the like. It should be noted that the handrail must not encroach into the required width of an exit. Details should be provided in CC documents.


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D2.18 Fixed platforms, walkways and ladders

X No details have been provided. Details should be provided in CC documents.

D2.19 Doorways and doors

X Swinging doors are generally provided as required (complies).

D2.20 Swinging doors

X Not applicable.

D2.21 Operation of latch

X All doors in a required exit or forming part of a required exit and doors in a path travel to a required exit must be readily openable without a key from the side that faces a person seeking egress, by single hand downward action or pushing action of a single device which is located between 900mm and 1.1m above the floor. Details should be provided in CC documents.

D2.22 Re-entry from fire-isolated exits

X Not applicable. Re-entry from fire-isolated exits is not required.

D2.23 Signs on doors

X Not applicable. There are no doors subject to this clause.

Part D3: Access for People with Disabilities

D3.1 General building access requirements

X Class 2 parts Pedestrian access on Ground Floor to be accessible (complies subject to compliance of doors with circular space requirements). At least 1 floor containing SOU’s (complies) Common facilities (complies subject to compliance of doors with circulation space requirements). Class 5 and 6 parts Access must be provided to and within all areas normally used by occupants. DNC access to balconies on the commercial levels has not been detailed. Class 7a parts Access must be provided “to and within” the carpark which will contain “accessible carparking spaces” (complies).

D3.2 Access to buildings

X Access to the building “Access ways” shall be provided from

The main point of pedestrian entry at the allotment boundary (complies as access to compliance of doors with circulation space requirements).

The accessible carparking spaces in Class 7a part to the storey containing accessible units (complies as access is provided from Ground Floor to Carpark via the lift complying with E3.6).

Circulation spaces to doorways


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“Access ways” require that the access be provided to SOUs on 1 level and the common rooms to be accessible as listed in D3.1 must have circulation spaces around doorways compliant with Section 13 of AS1438. 1-2009. In particular

All doors to these rooms shall have an unobstructed width of 850mm (details required at CC stage).

Circulation spaces at doorways to comply with Section 13.3 of AS1428 1-2009, as per below diagrams (details required at CC stage).

D3.3 Parts of buildings to be accessible

X In this building: The lift must comply with E3.6 (complies –

see E3.6); Access ways on commercial floor and

common facilities must have o Passing spaces required as access

way turning spaces complying with AS 1428.2 –

Within 2m of the end of access ways where it is not possible to continue travelling along the access way (does not comply with Clauses 6.5.1 and 6.5.3 of AS 1428.1-2009 at the ends of the access way); and

At maximum 20m intervals along the access way (will comply provided the end turning spaces as advised above are designed to enable maximum 20m interval);

An intersection of access ways satisfies the spatial requirements for a passing and turning space (see above);

A passing space may serve as a turning space (noted); and

If carpet is used, the pile height or pile thickness shall not exceed 11mm and the carpet backing thickness shall not exceed 4mm (details required at CC stage);

The carpet pile height or pile thickness dimension, carpet backing thickness dimension and their combined dimension shall be 11m, 4mm and 15mm respectively (details required at CC stage).

Access ways are required to Accessible units.


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It is recommended that an Accredited Access Consultant be engaged to provide a detailed assessment of the building.

D 3.4 Exemption

X There are no areas deemed in appropriate access for people with a disability.

D3.5 Accessible Carparking

X Class 7a part 6 accessible car parking spaces required. The accessible car parking space shall comply with AS/NZS 2890.6-2009

D3.6 Signage

X In this building Braille and tactile signs complying with

Specification D3.6 and incorporating the international symbol of access or deafness, as appropriate, in accordance with AS 1428.1 must identify each accessible sanitary facility (details required at CC stage).

D3.7 Hearing augmentation

X Not applicable. Hearing augmentation system not required in this building as per D3.7.

D3.8 Tactile indicators

X Tactile ground indicators, complying with sections 1 and 2 of AS/NZS 1428.4.1, must be provided to the top and bottom of the stairways (details required at CC stage)

D3.9 Wheelchair seating spaces in Class 96 assembly buildings

X Not applicable

D3.10 Swimming pools

X Not applicable.

D3.11 Ramps

X Ground floor accessible ramp complies.

D3.12 Glazing on an accessway

X On an accessway, where there is no chair rail, handrail, or transom, all frameless or fully glazed doors, sidelights and any glazing capable of being mistaken for a doorway or opening, must be clearly marked in accordance with AS 1438.2 (details required at CC stage)

SECTION E: SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT

Part E1: Fire Fighting Equipment

E1.3 Fire hydrants

X As total floor area of the building is greater than 500m2, the building requires hydrant coverge, new hydrant system complying with AS 2419.1-2005. Further details are required

The location of the Hydrant Pump room does not provide access directly to road or open space of Fire Isolated Stair.

The location of the Fire Hydrant Booster shall be established within site of the main


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entrance. Details to be provided by the Hydraulic Consultant.

E1.4 Fire hose reels

X A hose reel system needs to be designed to comply with AS 2419.1-2005. The fire hose reels are required to be located within 4m of an exit, it is noted that some Fire Hose reels are not located within 4m of an exit. Details to be provided by the Hydraulic Consultant.

E1.5 Sprinklers

X A fire suppression system is required to be installed within the basement car park. The fire suppression system is required to be linked back to a monitoring station in accordance with clause 7 of the BCA.

E1.6 Portable fire extinguishers

X Portable fire extinguishers must be provided in accordance with Table E1.6 of the BCA and must be selected, located and distributed in accordance with Sections 1, 2, 3 and 4 or AS 2444-2001. Details should be provided in CC documents.

E1.8 Fire control centres

X Not applicable. A fire control centre is not required.

E1.9 Fire precautions during construction

X During construction, not less than one portable fire extinguisher to suit Class A, B and C fires and electrical fires must be provided at all times on each storey adjacent to each required/temporary exit. Details should be provided in CC documents.

E1.10 Provision for special hazards

X Not applicable. It is not considered that the subject building comprises any special hazards

Part E2: Smoke Hazard Management

E2.2 General requirements

X An automatic smoke detection and alarm system complying with Clause 2 of Specification E2.2a must be installed throughout the building. Clause 2 of Specification E2.2a provides options for the installation of an automatic smoke detection and alarm system

A smoke alarm system complying with Clause 3 of Specification E2.2a, or

A smoke detection system (and building occupant warning system) complying with Clause 4 of Specification E2.2a, or

A combination of a smoke alarm system complying with Clause 3 within sole-occupancy warning system) complying with Clause 4 in areas not within the side-occupancy units.

The fire isolated start within the basement


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car park is required to be fitted with stair pressurization in accordance with AS1668.1 (Table E2.2a (a) (ii)

Details should be provided by the Electrical Consultant’s Construction Certification Documentation.

E2.3 Provision for special hazards

X Not applicable. It is not considered that the subject building comprises any special hazards.

Part E3: Lift Installation

E3.2 Stretcher facility in lifts

X A stretcher lift in accordance with E3.2 shall be provided.

E3.3 Warning against use of lifts in fire

X Warning against use of lifts in fire signage should be installed adjacent to the call button.

E3.4 Emergency lifts

X Not applicable. There are no emergency lifts required.

E3.5 Landings

X Access from the lift landing shall comply with E3.5 BCA.

E3.6 Passenger lifts

X The lift shall meet the requirements of E3.6 and E3.6b provided it

Complies with AS 1735 E3.7 Fire service controls

X The lift shall be provided with Fire service Controls.

E3.8 Aged care buildings

X Not applicable. The building is not a Class 9c aged care building

Part E4: Emergency lighting, Exit Signs and Warning systems

E4.2 Emergency lighting requirements

X An emergency lighting system complying with E4.2 and AS 2293.1-2005 must be installed throughout the building. Details should be provided in the Electrical Consultant’s Design Certification Documentation

E4.3 Measurement of distance


E4.4 Design and operation of emergency lighting

X The emergency lighting system must comply with AS 2293.1-2005.

E4.5 Exit Signs

X Exit signs complying with E4.5 and AS 2293.1-2005 must be installed throughout the building. Details should be provided in the Electrical Consultant’s Design Certification Documentation

E4.6 Direction sign

X Direction signs must be installed in appropriate positions in corridors, hallways, lobbies, and the like, indicating the direction to a required exit. Details should be provided in the Electrical Consultant’s Design Certification Documentation


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E4.7 Class 2 and 3 buildings and Class 4 Parts: Exemptions


E4.8 Design and operation of exit signs

X The directions signs must comply with AS 2293.1-2005 and be clearly visible at all times when the building is occupied by any person having the right of legal entry to the building.

E4.9 Sound systems and intercom systems for emergency purposes

X A sound system and intercom system for emergency purposes is not required.

SECTION F: HEALTH AND AMENITY

Part F1: Damp & Weatherproofing – Details should be provided in the CC Specification

F1.1 Stormwater drainage

X Stormwater drainage must comply with AS/NZS 3500.3. Details should be provided by the Hydraulic Consultant.

F1.5 Roof coverings

X Metal sheet roofing must comply with AS 1562.1-1992.

F1.6 Sarking

X Sarking-type materials used for weatherproofing must comply with AS/NZ 4200 Parts 1 and 2-1994. Details should be provided in CC documents.

F1.7 Waterproofing of wet areas in buildings

X Wet areas must be waterproofed in accordance with AS 3740-2004 and F1.7 of the BCA. Details should be provided in CC documents.

F1.9 Damp-proofing

X Where a damp-proof course is provided, it must consist of a material that complies with AS/NZS 2904, or impervious termite shields in accordance with AS 3660.1 Details should be provided in CC documents.

F1.10 Damp-proofing of floors on the ground

X If a floor of a room is laid on the ground or on fill, moisture from the ground must be prevented from reaching the upper surface of the floor and adjacent walls by the insertion of a vapour barrier in accordance with AS 2870-1996, except damp-proofing need not be provided if:

Weatherproofing id not required, or The floor is the base of a stair, lift or similar

shaft which is adequately drained by gravitation or mechanical means.

F1.11 Provision of floor wastes

X Bathrooms and laundries must be provided with a floor waste.

F1.12 Sub floor ventilation

X Not applicable. There is no sub floor ventilation.


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F1.13 Glazed assemblies

X The following new glazed assemblies in an external wall must comply with AS 2047-1999 requirements for resistance to water penetration.

Windows, including window walls with one-pierce framing;

Sliding doors with a frame; Adjustable louvres

Details should be provided in the Design & Construct Specification

Part F2: Sanitary and Other Facilities

F2.1 Facilities in residential buildings

X All units have: A bath or shower; A closet pan and washbasin.

F2.2 Calculations of number of occupants and facilities


F2.3 Facilities in Class 3 to 9 buildings

X The caretakers sanitary facility is considered to be located within the facilities located within the rental level.

F2.4 Facilities for people with disabilities

X The unisex sanitary facility for employees is required to be accessible and shall comply with Section 10 of AS 1428.1-2001

F2.5 Construction of sanitary compartments

X The door to a fully enclosed sanitary compartment must

I. Open outwards, or II. Slide, or

III. Be readily removable from the outside of the sanitary compartment

Unless there is a clear space of at least 1.2m between the closest pan within the sanitary compartment and the nearest part of the doorway Details should be provided in CC documents.

F2.6 Interpretation: Urinals and washbasins


F2.7 Microbial Control

X Clause deleted in NSW

F2.8 Waste management

X Not applicable to subject building.

Part F3: Room Sizes

F3.1 Height of rooms and other spaces

X The building appears to be provided with floor to ceiling heights in accordance with this Clause. Generally, 2400mm for habitable rooms and 2100mm for non-habitable rooms. “The ceiling height must be not less than –

a) In a Case 2 or 3 building or Class 4 part –


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a. A kitchen, laundry, or the like – 2.1m; and

b. A corridor, passageway or the like – 2.1m; and

c. A habitable room excluding a kitchen – 2. 4m; and

Also a minimum 2m above a stairway, ramp or landing is required (measured vertically above the nosing line of stairway treads or the floor surface of the ramp or landing). Details should be provided in CC documents.

Part F4: Light and Ventilation

F4.1 Provision or natural light

X Natural light must be provided to all bedrooms. The building appears to generally comply with this requirement. Details should be provided in CC documents..

F4.2 Methods and extent of natural fighting

X The natural light must be provided from windows which are open to the sky and have an aggregate light transmitting area of not less than 10% of the floor area of the room which they serve. The building appears to generally comply with this requirement. The architect should confirm full compliance.

F4.3 Natural light borrowed from adjourning room

X Information clause. Natural light is allowed to be ‘borrowed’ from other rooms.

F4.4 Artificial lighting

X Artificial lighting (complying with AS 1680.0-1998) must be provided throughout the common areas of the building. Details should be provided in CC documents.

F4.5 Ventilation of rooms

X All rooms in building are to be provided either with adequate natural ventilation (or a mechanical ventilation or air-conditioning system complying with AS 1668.2-1991). Details should be provided in CC documents.

F5.6 Natural ventilation

X Noted. Informational clause. Natural ventilation must come through permanent openings or operable windows which have an operable size of not less than 5% of the floor area of the room which they serve. The building appears to generally comply with this requirement. The architect should confirm full compliance.

F4.7 Ventilation borrowed from adjoining room

X Noted. Informational clause. Natural ventilation is allowed to be ‘borrowed’ from other rooms.

F4.8 Restriction of position of water closets and

X The sanitary compartments are required to be provided with mechanical exhaust ventilation as they open directly into units.


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urinals Details should be provided in CC documents.

F4.9 Airlocks

X See F8

F4.11 Carparks

X The carpark shall be provided with either: A system of ventilation complying with AS

1668.2; or An adequate system to permanent natural

ventilation. F4.12 Kitchen local exhaust ventilation

X Details are required with the application for Construction Certificate, as the ground floor retail may be suitable for a restaurant.

Part F5: Sound Transmission

F5.2 Determination of airborne sound insulation ratings


F5.3 Determination of impact sound insulation ratings

X . Information clause. Note: Requirements for discontinuous construction i.e. 20mm cavity and resilient wall ties to be used.

F5.4 Sound insulation rating of floors

X Noted. The floors between sole occupancy units must achieve a Rw + CU (airborne) not less than 50 and L22,W + C1 (impact) of no more than 62. Details should be provided in CC documents.

F5.5 Sound insulation rating of walls

X Walls between sole occupancy units must achieve an Rw + CU (airborne) not less than 50. Where a wall required to have sound insulation has a floor above, the wall must continue to:

The underside of the floor above, or A ceiling that provides the sound insulation

required for the wall. Where the wall required to have sound insulation has a roof above, the wall must continue to:

The underside of the roof above, or A ceiling that provides the sound insulation

on required for the wall Details should be provided in CC documents.

F5.6 Sound insulation rating of services

X Ducts and pipes must achieve an Rw + CU (airborne) or no less than 40 if the adjacent room is habitable or 25 if non-habitable. Details should be provided in CC documents.

F5.7 Sound isolation of pumps

X A flexible coupling must be used at the point of connection between the service pipes in a building and any circulating pump. Details should be provided in CC documents.

SECTION I: MAINTENANCE


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NSW 11.1 Essential fire safety measures

X Essential fire or other fire safety measures must be maintained and certified on an ongoing basis, in accordance with the provisions of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation, 2000.

4.0 CONCLUSION This report provided a Building Code if Australia 2016 (BCA) compliance assessment. The primary purpose of this report was to identify the non-compliance matters contained in the proposed design against the current Deemed-to-Safety (DTS) Provisions of the BCA and to provide compliance recommendations to overcome the DTS non-compliance.


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BUILDING CODE OF AUSTRALIA COMPLIANCE ASSSESSMENT … · This report provides a Building Code of Australia 2016 (BCA) compliance assessment of the proposed new six storey mixed use