December 2016
Construction contracts
Following feedback after their release in October, we've made some changes to the Construction Works Templates.
Read about the changes, and download the updated templates and guidance:
Health and safety
The Health and safety management page has been reorganised so related topics are grouped together. There is also new information about health and safety for contractors working on property projects.
November 2016
Construction rates
Construction rates have been updated, and the new rates are to be used for projects approved after 1 December 2016
October 2016
New asbestos risk management checklist
A checklist has been added to the asbestos management page to help contractors be sure they are following all the steps for safe asbestos risk management.
Construction contracts
Updated templates and guidelines for construction contracts.
New templates must be used from 17 October 2016.
Designing Quality Learning Spaces - Acoustics
A substantial update on the 2007 guide. It will become mandatory for all projects starting from 1 January 2017.
Read about key changes and download the PDF:
Reference Design - ugrading Nelson two storey blocks to flexible learning spaces
Each reference design package contains a general briefing document for Boards of Trustees, supported with three appendices of technical information, including:
- an architectural scope and design plans with layout options and enhancements
- a structural scope including structural calculations, design features report, accessibility report, and fire report; and
- an estimated cost analysis.
Read more and download all the reference design packages:
- Reference Designs for Standard Classroom Block Upgrade (Nelson info is at the bottom of the page)
Reference Design - Toilets
New information includes:
- written guidelines
- example drawing layouts for design teams to use when planning to build new (or upgrade existing) toilet facilities
Read more and download the guide:
