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NZS 3603:1993

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Timber Structures Standard

NZS 3603:1993 includes amendments 1, 2 and 4 as appendices. Please note that NZS 3603:1993 is superseded by NZS AS 1720.1:2022 at the time of publication NZS 3603:1993 was still referenced within the Building Code. Users of this Standard should consult with Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment - Building Systems Performance (BSP) to confirm their requirements.

Sets out in limit state design format the requirements for methods of design of timber elements of buildings and applies specifically to sawn timber, glue laminated timber, natural round timber and construction plywood. Includes a section on design for fire resistance.

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NZS 3603:1993

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