The rise of liquefaction rules
After the Canterbury earthquakes, regulations governing foundations changed. Initially only for the Canterbury region, they were later rolled out around New Zealand. What are the changes and what do they mean?
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By Maria Grace – 1 August 2022, Build 191
After the Canterbury earthquakes, regulations governing foundations changed. Initially only for the Canterbury region, they were later rolled out around New Zealand. What are the changes and what do they mean?
By Alide Elkink – 1 June 2015, Build 148
Penetrations through claddings need to be carefully detailed so they are weathertight. For commercial buildings, they may also need to be seismically restrained to prevent impact damage.