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Unroofed decks, patios and terraces

Must comply with Schedule 1 of the General Regulation.

Unroofed decks, patios and terraces don't need BA if:

it has no walls
the highest point of the structure isn't more than 3m off the ground the floor level isn't more than 1m above ground
the frame doesn’t have an unsupported span (including any cantilever) of more than 4m, and
it follows all other general rules.

Also see:

BA exemption details for carports, pergolas and shade structures .
unroofed deck, patio and terrace DA exemptions.

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