Building a new deck over 1m in height? Below you will find the requirements and the type of consultants you will need.
Deck Over 1m High Requirements
Planning Approval:Subject to nature of project and council guidelines
Building Approval:Required
Plumbing Approval:May be required. Designer / Architect to verify
Building Designer:
Required
OR Architect:Required
Engineer:Required
Building Surveyors:Required
Builder:Required
Land Surveyor:May be required. Designer / Architect to verify
Building Inspector:Highly recommended when purchasing an established home or property
Soil Testing:May be required. Designer / Architect to verify
Bushfire Assessor:May be required. Designer / Architect to verify
Landscape Designer:Optional
Conditional Project Notes:All decks over 1m in height require a handrail and balustrade infill to Building Code of Australia requirements.