Knowing Everything Important About the Section J Report for Commercial Energy Efficiency
Many states and territories in Australia mandate builders, project managers, or designers to include the NCC BCA Section J Report in the documentation for a Building Approval, Development Approval, or Construction Certificate application. With minor variations, each state uses the energy efficiency requirements specified in the National Construction Code (formerly BCA). Overall, Section J of NCC BCA assists project managers, designers, architects, and builders in developing thermally comfortable designs that are compliant with the code requirements. Let’s learn everything vital about the Section J Report for commercial energy efficiency. What is a Section J Report? A Section J report is a document that highlights the energy efficiency standards for a building or design. It can be obtained from a Section J consultant. Section J defined the energy efficiency requirements in Volume 1 of the National Construction Code (previously known as the Building Code of Australia). All commer...