The Board
/about/board
The Australian Building Codes Board is a standards writing body responsible for the National Construction Code, the WaterMark Certification Scheme and the CodeMark Certification Scheme.
/news/2022/clearer-requirements-fire-performance-building-elements
There are clearer provisions regarding fire performance of building elements in NCC 2022.
/editions/2019-a1/ncc-2019-volume-two-amendment-1/part-37-fire-safety/part-371-fire-properties
Appropriate Performance Requirements
Appropriate
Performance Requirements
Where an alternative fire property for materials and construction is proposed as a Performance Solution to that described in Part 3.7.1, that proposal must…
/editions/2019/ncc-2019-volume-two/part-37-fire-safety/part-371-fire-properties-materials-and
Appropriate Performance Requirements
Appropriate
Performance Requirements
Where an alternative fire property for materials and construction is proposed as a Performance Solution to that described in Part 3.7.1, that proposal must…
/editions/2016/ncc-2016-volume-one/list-amendments/list-amendments-ncc-2016-volume-one
LIST OF AMENDMENTS - NCC 2016 - VOLUME ONE
This set of notes has been prepared by the Australian Building Codes Board to assist NCC users in identifying changes incorporated in the 2016 edition of Volume One.
The notes provide a description of…
/initiatives/use-performance
Find out how the Australian Building Codes Board is working to increase competent use of the National Construction Code's Performance Requirements.
/news/2021/what-and-how-fire-hazard-properties-wall-and-ceiling-linings
You may have a report or certificate indicating satisfactory fire hazard properties for a wall or ceiling lining, but still may not be meeting the requirements of the NCC.
/editions/2016/ncc-2016-volume-two/part-35-roof-and-wall-cladding/part-352-gutters-and-downpipes
Appropriate Performance Requirements
Appropriate :
Where an alternative gutter and downpipe system is proposed as a Performance Solution to that described in Part 3.5.2, that proposal must comply with—
P2.2.1
; and
the relevant Performance…
/editions/2016-a1/ncc-2016-volume-two/part-35-roof-and-wall-cladding/part-352-gutters-and-downpipes
Appropriate Performance Requirements
Appropriate :
Where an alternative gutter and downpipe system is proposed as a Performance Solution to that described in Part 3.5.2, that proposal must comply with—
P2.2.1
; and
the relevant Performance…
/editions/2016/ncc-2016-volume-one/section-j-energy-efficiency/specification-j16-floor-construction
1. Scope
This Specification describes the thermal performance of some common forms of floor construction.
Intent
To clarify that outlines the thermal performance of some of the more common forms of floor construction.
2.…
/editions/2016-a1/ncc-2016-volume-one/section-j-energy-efficiency/specification-j16-floor
1. Scope
This Specification describes the thermal performance of some common forms of floor construction.
Intent
To clarify that outlines the thermal performance of some of the more common forms of floor construction.
2.…
/news/2022/additional-webinar-session-added-2022-ncc-seminars-volume-three
Due to popular demand we are offering a second webinar session.
/resource/report/accessible-housing-estimated-cost-impact-proposed-changes-ncc
This updated report presents an order of cost estimate for the proposed changes to the National Construction Code of Australia (NCC) to include mandatory minimum accessible housing provisions for new Class 1a (single residential) and Class 2 (…
ABCB Board member profile: Rolph Vos
/news/2019/abcb-board-member-profile-rolph-vos
Connect regularly features the profile of a member of the ABCB Board. This issue introduces Rolph Vos, Australian Local Government Board member and talks about his role on the Board, emerging issues and challenges working within the industry.
/news/2025/update-progress-next-edition-ncc
We have recently received a number of questions…
/editions/2019-a1/ncc-2019-volume-one-amendment-1/section-j-energy-efficiency/specification-jvb
ACT Appendix
1. Scope
This Specification contains the required modelling parameters for JV2 and JV3.
Intent
To prescribe how the modelling of the proposed and reference building is to be carried out under JV2 and JV3.
This…
/editions/2019/ncc-2019-volume-one/section-j-energy-efficiency/specification-jvb-modelling
ACT Appendix
1. Scope
This Specification contains the required modelling parameters for JV2 and JV3.
Intent
To prescribe how the modelling of the proposed and reference building is to be carried out under JV2 and JV3.
This…
/editions/2016/ncc-2016-volume-two/tasmania/tasmania-additions
Application of Tasmanian variations
This Appendix contains additional provisions for application in Tasmania as follows:
FIRE SAFETY
Limitation
Limitation:
Tas 1 does not apply to—
roof coverings or canopies of PVC, Acrylic,…
/editions/2016-a1/ncc-2016-volume-two/tasmania/tasmania-additions
Application of Tasmanian variations
This Appendix contains additional provisions for application in Tasmania as follows:
FIRE SAFETY
Limitation
Limitation:
Tas 1 does not apply to—
roof coverings or canopies of PVC, Acrylic,…
/news/2020/allowable-encroachments-how-close-too-close
Did you know that NCC Volume Two contains requirements relevant to plumbers, gas-fitters and air-conditioning installers?