25Interpretation

25 Interpretation

25 Interpretation

(1) In this Division—

document receipt date—see section 27(2)(a).

initial fire safety report means a written report specifying whether, on the basis of the documents referred to in section 27(1), the Fire Commissioner is satisfied that—

(a) the performance solution will meet the performance requirements it is intended to meet, and

(b) the fire hydrants in the proposed fire hydrant system will be accessible for use by Fire and Rescue NSW, and

(c) the couplings in the fire hydrant system will be compatible with the fire appliances and equipment used by Fire and Rescue NSW.

relevant building work means building work that involves a performance solution for a fire safety requirement in a building other than—

(a) a class 1a, 1b or 10 building, or

(b) a temporary structure.

(2) A certifier or the Fire Commissioner must use the NSW planning portal to provide a document, information or notice required under this Division.

(3) An application for a construction certificate to which this Division applies made but not finally determined before 11 December 2020 must be dealt with under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000 as in force immediately before that date.

s 25: Am 2022 (788), Sch 1[4].