Code Assessment

Performance outcomes                                  Acceptable outcomes                                   Compliance
                                                      If a DFE is adopted, structures used for the
                                                      manufacture or storage of hazardous material are
                                                      located above the DFE level.

                                                      Editor’s Note— Refer to the Work Health and Safety
                                                      Act 2011 and associated Regulation and Guidelines,
                                                      the Environmental Protection Act 1994 and the
                                                      relevant building assessment provisions under the
                                                      Building Act 1975 for requirements relating to the
                                                      manufacture and storage of hazardous substances.
                                                      Information is provided by Business Queensland on
                                                      the requirements for storing and transporting
                                                      hazardous chemical.
PO2                                                       AO2                                                  Complies
All lots have sufficient area that is above the DFE flood The minimum area above flood level (flood free area) The proposed finished floor levels of 5.2m AHD are
level or where modelling is not available, the highest for each lot, is in accordance with Table 8.2.6.5.      well above the required 3.5m AHD.
recorded flood level, to safely and adequately
accommodate the intended use.
PO3                                                  AO3                                                    Not applicable
For reconfiguring a lot or operational works, Development areas are not filled to reduce flood risk.        Reconfiguring a lot and/or operational is not
development is undertaken in a manner that ensures:                                                         proposed.
(a) natural hydrological systems are protected from
erosion, scour or flood damage on the premises or
other premises;
(b) natural landforms and drainage lines are
maintained to protect the hydraulic performance of
waterways and flood plain; and
(c) development integrates with the natural landform
rather than modifying the landform to suit the
development as far as practicable.
PO4                                                   AO4.1                                                 Not applicable
                                                                                                            Reconfiguring a lot is not proposed.