Much of our municipal area is bushfire-prone. Building in these areas has specific requirements that protect people and property. Talk to a building surveyor early.

Building in bushfire-prone areas is regulated by Director’s Determinations and the National Construction Code. The Tasmanian Fire Service maintains the bushfire-prone area mapping and provides guidance for owners and builders.

Key resources

• Tasmanian Fire Service — Building for Bushfire
• Director’s Determination — Application of requirements for building in bushfire-prone areas
• Director’s Determination — Requirements for building in bushfire-prone areas

Talk to a building surveyor

If your property is in a bushfire-prone area, a private building surveyor will help you understand the Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) for your site and how it affects design, materials and bushfire attack mitigation. Find a licensed surveyor on the CBOS website.