At final inspection: ensure downpipes are connected to legal point of discharge. For example, kerb & channel, inter-allotment drainage (or in some instances, a rubble pit).

For further info, access council stormwater/roof water information

Triggers for 10a structures are outlined in QLD legislation – see part 13/ Schedule One of the Building Regulations 2021.

It’s easy to arrange a site-specific fee proposal for shed certification.

Provide via info@buildingaaa.com.au:

• Site plan (professionally drawn)

• Shed information/engineering as applicable.

Slip resistance products may be pre tested or an insitu test may be required (applies to all finishes and surface types). Internal surfaces and external surfaces have varying requirements of slip resistance as they are located in differing environments and subjected to different conditions. Typically rough-sawn timber stair treads used externally will not require additional surface treatments while internal timber treads must have a grit incorporated to the final sealant applied to the timbers or alternatively grip strips installed to the nosing to achieve compliance with Building Code.

Yes, it is important to ensure ground is sufficiently graded “to prevent ponding”.

For more details, refer to NCC 3.1.2.3 - Surface water drainage