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Building Act 2016
228Occupancy of temporary structure
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228 Occupancy of temporary structure
A person must not occupy a temporary structure unless –
(a) a temporary occupancy permit is in force in respect of the temporary structure; or
(b) the Building Regulations provide that a temporary occupancy permit is not required for that temporary structure as it is, or is intended to be, occupied.
Penalty: In the case of –
(a) a natural person, a fine not exceeding 100 penalty units; or
(b) a body corporate, a fine not exceeding 500 penalty units.