Can I do my own bal assessment NSW?
You can also do a bush fire attack level risk assessment yourself, but you could possibly slow the process down if there are requests for more information from council. There are six bush fire attack levels (see table below). BAL-Low is the lowest bush fire risk and Flame Zone is the highest.
How do I get a BAL assessment?
How do I get at BAL Risk Assessment Certificate? BAL certificates can be issued and obtained from your local council or recognised bush fire consultants. Please refer to the FPAA website at www.fpaa.com.au.
How much does a bal assessment cost?
The fee for a BAL certificate is $400.
What does Bal 19 require?
Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) – 19 (Moderate) BAL—19 is primarily concerned with protection of your building from ember attack and burning debris ignited by wind borne embers and radiant heat up to and including 19 kW/m2.
Can I do my own bal assessment?
Can I arrange my own BAL assessment? While you are encouraged to use the information provided, you can engage an accredited consultant to prepare an independent assessment. The assessments would still need to be referred to the CFA.
What is the difference between Bal 19 and Bal 29?
BAL-19 Increasing level of predicted ember attack and burning debris ignited by windborne embers together with increasing heat flux not greater than 19kW/m2. BAL-29 Increasing levels of ember attack and burning debris ignited by windborne embers, together with increasing heat flux not greater than 29kW/m2.
Who can prepare a bal assessment?
The chart below describes the six bushfire attack levels (BAL) that are used in the Standard. A site assessment can be made by an owner, architect, building designer, building surveyor or builder to ascertain its BAL, which determines the construction methods that must be used.
How much does Bal 12.5 Cost?
Additional costs associated with BAL ratings Below is an approximate breakdown of additional costs based on each BAL rating: BAL 12.5 – $2,000. BAL 19 – $3,500. BAL 29 – $8,000.
What are Bal-12.5 construction requirements?
The following identifies the primary construction requirements of BAL-12.5 including the relevant parts of the NSW variation. External wall covering to be non-combustible or complying timber species within 400mm of surface level. All joints are to be less than 3 mm and vents to be screened.
What is the difference between Bal-12.5 and Bal 19?
BAL-LOW Low risk of bushfire attack does not warrant specific construction requirements. BAL-12.5 Possibility of ember attack. BAL-19 Increasing level of predicted ember attack and burning debris ignited by windborne embers together with increasing heat flux not greater than 19kW/m2.
How do I reduce my bal rating?
Depending on the outcomes of your BAL assessment, building construction standards can be increased to meet the requirements of your assessed BAL. Alternatively, vegetation modification surrounding the allotment/dwelling can be undertaken to reduce the BAL and consequent exposure level during a bushfire.
What is the difference between Bal 12.5 and Bal 19?