Abstract

Sets out minimum requirements for the assessment, analysis, design and detailing of strengthening existing buildings for earthquakes in accordance with the strength limit state. The Standard does not apply to Class 1 and Class 10 buildings as defined in the Building Code of Australia.

Scope

This Standard sets out minimum requirements for the assessment and analysis of the earthquake resistance of existing buildings, and the design and detailing of any required strengthening in accordance with the strength limit state.

This Standard does not apply to Class 1 and Class 10 buildings as defined in the Building Code of Australia.

There are no additional provisions for heritage buildings in this Standard.

NOTE: For background information pertaining to this Standard, see Appendix A.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Pending Revision indicates that as a result of the Aged Standards review process, the document needs updating. If no project proposal, meeting the quality criteria, is received within the 12 month timeframe, the document shall be withdrawn.
Pages
ISBN
Committee	BD-076
Supersedes	DR 96498