| Balcony | In the context of commercial construction in Australia, a balcony is defined as an elevated platform or structure that projects from a building, providing an outdoor space for occupants The design, construction, and installation of balconies in commercial buildings in Australia must comply with various Australian Standards, including: - AS 1170.1:2002 - Structural design actions - Permanent, imposed and other actions [information is missing on specific citation for the standard]
- AS 1170.2:2011 - Structural design actions - Wind actions [information is missing on specific citation for the standard]
- AS 1657:2018 - Fixed platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders - Design, construction and installation [information is missing on specific citation for the standard]
BCA RequirementsThe Building Code of Australia (BCA) sets out specific requirements for the design, construction, and installation of balconies in commercial buildings, including: - Height and balustrade requirements: Balustrades or handrails must be at least 1 meter high and comply with the BCA and Australian Standards in terms of height, tension, and structural integrity 37.
- Structural integrity: Balconies must be designed and constructed to resist various forces, including wind, dead, and live loads, and comply with the BCA and Australian Standards 48.
- Safety requirements: Balconies must be designed and constructed to minimize the risk of injuries, accidents, damage, and death, and comply with the BCA and Australian Standards 6.
Additional RequirementsIn addition to the above requirements, balconies in commercial buildings in Australia must also comply with other regulations and standards, including: - National Construction Code (NCC): The NCC sets out the minimum requirements for the design, construction, and installation of balconies in commercial buildings 8.
- Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB): The ABCB is responsible for writing Australia's standardized building requirements, including the NCC, WaterMark, and CodeMark 10.
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