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Bushfire Safety in WA
Western Australia is a beautiful state with diverse landscapes, but its unique environment also brings the risk of bushfires. As the threat of bushfires continues to be a concern, it’s crucial for residents to be well-prepared and informed about bushfire safety. In this article, we will discuss key strategies and measures to protect your home…
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What is a BMS or Bushfire management Statement?
A Bushfire Management Statement is a document that shows your bushfire mitigation measures to comply with the State Planning Policy. These documents can vary with (LGA) Local Government Authority Requirements. If you started off at a higher BAL Rating, your lot is in a special control zone like Mundaring or the LGA request one you…
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Understanding your BAL Report document
Page 2 is the Site Assessment Map, this indicates the Vegetation that is Classifiable within 100m of your proposed structure, like below: This shows your the BAL Ratings overall. Ratings of BAL12.5 BAL-19 & BAL-29 are in the buildable zone being Low to Moderate risk levels, if you get BAL-40 or BAL-FZ you may need…
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BAL process & timeline for undeveloped (bush) lot.
With a site plan: Without a site plan:
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Why is it BAL-FZ?
Please read the building process information first so you can understand the steps and documentation required to allow you to build. Most lots with any native vegetation, unmanaged grasslands and ground fuels will get a higher than acceptable BAL Rating like BAL-FZ or BAL-40. In most cases these lots will be larger than a normal…
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Building Process in WA
The basic building process in Western Australia typically involves the following steps: It is important to note that the specific requirements and processes for building in Western Australia may vary depending on the nature and scope of the proposed building works. It is recommended to consult with the local government authorities (LGA) for more detailed…
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Process of building in the Shire of Mundaring
The process of building in the Shire of Mundaring, Western Australia, typically involves the following steps: It is important to note that the specific requirements and processes for building in the Shire of Mundaring may vary depending on the nature and scope of the proposed building works. It is recommended to consult with the Shire’s…
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Bushfire Planning Process Explained
In Western Australia, the planning process in bushfire prone areas is guided by the State Planning Policy 3.7: Planning in Bushfire Prone Areas (SPP 3.7). This policy aims to reduce the risk to people and property from bushfires by requiring appropriate planning and design measures in bushfire prone areas. The planning process typically involves the…
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BAL-29 Construction Requirements
BAL-29 is one of the Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) ratings used in Australia to determine the appropriate construction requirements for buildings in bushfire-prone areas. BAL-29 represents a moderate level of bushfire risk. The following are some of the construction requirements for buildings with a BAL-29 rating: It’s important to note that these are only some…
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BAL-19 Construction Requirements
BAL-19 is one of the Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) ratings used in Australia to determine the appropriate construction requirements for buildings in bushfire-prone areas. BAL-19 represents a moderate level of bushfire risk. The following are some of the construction requirements for buildings with a BAL-19 rating: It’s important to note that these are only some…