When planning to build, reconfigure, or refit a warehouse in New Zealand, it's essential to comply with the New Zealand Building Code.
This guide outlines the key steps for ensuring your racking installation meets all necessary consenting and compliance requirements.
Building Consent: What’s Required?
Whether you own or lease your warehouse, obtaining building consent for racking installation is mandatory by law.
Here’s how to get started:
Applying for Consent
To secure building consent, you’ll need to submit the following documents to your local council:
Site Plan: A detailed layout showing racking positions, elevations, and loading/bracing requirements.
Certificate of Title: Proof of ownership or tenancy.
Landlord Approval: A letter of approval from your landlord, if applicable.
Supporting Documents: Additional documents, such as structural assessments and zoning information, may be required by your council.
Producer Statements
Producer statements are key compliance documents, typically required at various stages of the installation. These include:
PS1 (Design Statement): Prepared by a structural engineer, this verifies the racking design, site zoning, and building condition.
PS2 (Peer Review): This is an optional peer review of PS1, which your local council may request.
PS3 (Construction Statement): Issued by the racking installer, this confirms that the installation adheres to the standards set in PS1.
PS4 (Completion Statement): A final sign-off by a registered engineer after inspecting the completed racking installation.
Code of Compliance Certificate (CCC)
Within 24 months of receiving building consent, you must apply for a Code of Compliance Certificate (CCC). This confirms that your racking installation meets the approved building consent and is essential if the public will have access to the warehouse.
Additional Documentation
Your local council may request other documents to support your consent application. These may include:
Fire Report: Outlines sprinkler system needs (e.g., in-rack sprinklers for flammable materials), fire department access, and exit routes.
Emergency Lighting Report: Specifies the required emergency lighting system.
Slab Report: Confirms that the warehouse floor can bear the racking loads as outlined in PS1.
Building Warrant of Fitness (BWOF): Ensures the building’s safety systems are compliant and operational.
Working with a Racking Specialist
Navigating the compliance process can be complex.
Partnering with an experienced Pallet Racking team simplifies the process and ensures full compliance.
At Bay Of Plenty Racking, we offer:
Warehouse Layout Planning: Optimizing floor space for efficiency and cost savings.
Structural Engineering Support: Independent engineers ensure compliance with all building regulations.
Full Consent Management: We handle every step of the consent process, from documentation collection to CCC application.
Conclusion
Ensuring your racking installation meets the New Zealand Building Code requires careful planning, compliance with local regulations, and expert guidance. With this guide, and the support of professionals like Bay Of Plenty Racking, you can ensure your racking installation is smooth and fully compliant.
Ready to simplify the process? Contact Cheryl Guile for expert assistance today.
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