Fire Reports for Building Consents in New Zealand
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Introduction
Building fires are significant emergencies in New Zealand. Once started, fires are challenging to stop, causing destruction and risking lives. It is important that buildings are designed to safeguard your investments and the people using them.
A fire report is essential for building consent in New Zealand, documenting fire safety design and compliance with the NZ Building Code.
A fire report serves as a guide for presenting building design information to professionals.
The requirement for fire reports stems from changes in the Building Act 2004, integrating the New Zealand Fire Service Commission into the consent application process.
When a fire report is needed
Most commercial, industrial and public buildings will require a fire report when submitting a building consent. It is also common for fire reports to be provided with multi-unit dwellings.
Having a fire report before completing detailed designs allows you to incorporate fire safety systems into the build in a cost effective way that saves money changing designs at the last minute.
Why a comprehensive fire report matters
Customized fire reports by proficient fire design consultants consider specific business needs, noting current safety aspects and recommending improvements.
Detailed communication and adherence to the NZ building code are vital for the report's effectiveness.
Experienced fire consultants collaborate with architects to integrate fire protection into building designs, ensuring compliance with New Zealand fire regulations.
Councils expectations from a fire report
A fire report details how a project will comply with the requirements of the building code by providing fire safety engineering plans that nominate escape routes, exit signage, fire separations, along with sprinkler, detection and alarm systems.
Council requires this information to be provided in a clear and concise manner that leaves no ambiguity.
What does ComplyNZ offer?
Existing building surveys.
Review of concept designs to provide high level advice that can be incorporated into details design phases.
Statement of Change reports.
Gap Assessment reports.
Detailed fire safety design reports.
Change of Use reports.
Accessibility reports.
Ongoing design advice throughout the construction phase of your project.
