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Determinations make the call

By Louise Swann 1 December 2010, Build 121

One way to resolve a building dispute is to use a determination – an appeal mechanism under the Building Act. Determinations are here to stay, so here’s some advice for parties who find themselves involved in the process.

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Building Code changes 2021

By David Hindley 1 February 2022, Build 188

MBIE recently released energy efficiency changes to the Building Code to help make new homes and buildings warmer, drier and healthier. These include increased minimum insulation requirements for roofs, windows and floors.

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Compliance for H1 5th edition design

By Bruce Sedcole 1 August 2022, Build 191

The BRANZ helpline has received many calls asking how to approach designing new houses that are compliant with the higher thermal requirements of New Zealand Building Code clause H1 Energy efficiency 5th edition. The first step is to look further than just the schedule method.

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