BAL ASSESSMENT - Bushfire prone areas
Victoria's bushfire prone areas (BPAs) have been determined using up-to-date scientific information and data, taking into account factors such as weather, topography and vegetation.
If you are going to be building a new home within a BPA, then you'll need a BAL assessment. All new homes constructed in a BPA must be built to a minimum BAL 12.5 to help withstand ember attack. This includes sealing roofs, sealing around doors and windows and screening windows. Higher construction levels may be required as determined by the site BAL assessment.
BAL ASSESSMENT/REPORTS
Based on the Mornington Peninsula - this is a service we frequently offer. We are able to provide the client with their BAL Assessment report within 24 hours of the inspection date.
What is a Bushfire Attack Level (BAL)?
A BAL is a way of measuring the severity of a building's potential exposure to ember attack, radiant heat and direct flame contact.
It is the basis for establishing the construction requirements to better protect building elements from bushfire attack. To successfully meet the BAL the building must comply with the specified building standards for that BAL.
BAL RATINGS
BAL - LOW
BAL - 12.5
BAL - 19
BAL - 29
BAL - 40
BAL - FZ (Flame Zone).
How do I find out the BAL for my property?
To find out the BAL for your property and have this assessment in a report - contact us. This assessment can be lodged to the Relevant Building Surveyor issuing your building permit or your Architect/Draftsperson.