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In forceMeaning of structure
Part 2Important concepts
8 Meaning of structure
(1)
In this Act:
structure includes—
(a)
a fence, retaining wall, swimming pool, ornamental pond, mast, antenna, aerial, advertising device, notice or sign; and
(b)
a thing prescribed under the regulations as a structure.
(2)
However, structure does not include something that is part of a machine or mechanical plant unless it is—
(a)
part of something classified as a building or structure by the building code; or
(b)
prescribed under the regulations for this section.
Regulations
This provision refers to the regulations (prescribed under the regulations
). Made under this Act:
- Building and Construction Legislation Amendment Regulation 2025 (no 1) · under s 152
- Building (General) Regulation 2008 · Rule · under s 152
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