New Zealand commentary to the Global Design Guide

Fire Safe Use of Wood – Global Design Guide was published in 2022; however, detailed commentary guidance is needed to remove uncertainty in the design and consenting of timber buildings in New Zealand.

This first draft of Commentary along with the Global Design Guide, presents information to assist building designers to meet the requirements of the New Zealand Building Code, whether by Acceptable Solutions, Verification Methods, or alternative solutions, depending on the size, use, and location of the building.