{"id":137247,"date":"2024-06-14T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-13T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/surfcoasttimes\/?p=137247"},"modified":"2024-06-13T14:38:36","modified_gmt":"2024-06-13T04:38:36","slug":"action-urged-to-prevent-leading-cause-of-building-defects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/surfcoasttimes\/real-estate\/action-urged-to-prevent-leading-cause-of-building-defects\/","title":{"rendered":"Action urged to prevent leading cause of building defects"},"content":{"rendered":"

Engineers Australia is calling for changes to the National Construction Code (NCC) that could prevent the leading cause of defects in Australian apartments and commercial buildings – water leaks.<\/strong><\/p>\n

These leaks account for 80 per cent to 90 per cent of defects, and cost building owners and insurance companies up to $3 billion annually.<\/p>\n

Industry experts from the Watershedding Community of Practice have collaborated with the Australian Building Codes Board to propose four critical changes to the code. They are:<\/p>\n

* Using gravity – New requirements focus on naturally collecting, redirecting, and draining water<\/p>\n

* Fixing flat areas – Removing leaks by removing flat surfaces from balconies, roofs, and basement floors, which are common trouble spots for water issues<\/p>\n

* Managing underground water – New guidelines for outdoor concrete slabs include casting a slope of 1:80 falls to drainage outlets, a 70mm step down at sliding doors, a 70mm edge (hob) around the perimeter, and 50mm edges (hobs) at construction joints, all to be casted into the structure while being built, not after, and<\/p>\n

* Improved concrete – Concrete slabs are vital for waterproofing. Structural engineers must now consider how slabs will sag over 10 years when designing them so the structure will continue to drain.<\/p>\n

\u201cUrgent change is required to address building performance and leakage issues,” Engineers Australia and Watershedding Community of Practice member Michael van Koeverden said.<\/p>\n

“Structural engineers play a critical role in preventing building leaks.<\/p>\n

“While membranes typically last 10-15 years, structural designs are intended to last 40-60 years. When membranes fail, the structure must continue to drain water.<\/p>\n

“The proposed changes to the NCC 2025 aim to address these issues by improving design and construction processes and enhancing collaboration among all parties involved in building projects\u201d.<\/p>\n

Engineers Australia chief executive officer Romilly Madew said her organisation was advocating for the proposed changes to the NCC 2025.<\/p>\n

“Engineers are critical to delivering resilient and safe buildings, and we cannot meet Australia’s unprecedented housing demand without addressing the challenges facing the industry.<\/p>\n

“We fully support the government’s efforts to implement comprehensive building reforms. Improving standards is a responsibility that spans the entire industry, including builders, architects, developers, and designers.”<\/p>\n

Engineers Australia is encourages public feedback on the NCC 2025 improvements related to waterproofing and water shedding.<\/p>\n

The proposed changes are open for review on the Australian Building Codes Board website at abcb.gov.au\/pcd<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Engineers Australia is calling for changes to the National Construction Code (NCC) that could prevent the leading cause of defects in Australian apartments and commercial buildings – water leaks. These leaks account for 80 per cent to 90 per cent of defects, and cost building owners and insurance companies up to $3 billion annually. Industry […]<\/p>\n

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