August 05, 2015 | Bushfire prone decks | 0 comments | Author: Paul Hurkmans
The recent bushfire in the Blue Mountains of NSW serves as a reminder that for many parts of Australia, bushfires can be a major concern – even in the depths of winter! So what does this mean if you are considering building a deck in a bushfire prone area?
Building a deck can be a great investment for practically any home, but in bushfire prone areas special considerations are required. These considerations are based on what is called a bushfire attack level or BAL rating. There are 6 BAL levels, ranging from low to flame zone, based on several factors including:
BAL Low:
There are no requirements for BAL Low.
BAL 12.5:
BAL 19:
BAL 29:
BAL 40:
BAL FZ (Flame Zone)
This is a basic guide and other factors must be considered if you decide to enclose your deck. A steel sub-frame is allowable for all the bushfire attack levels.
For more advice on building a deck in a bushfire prone area and information on BAL levels, contact Outside Concepts today.
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