Structural and geotechnical requirements

This page outlines the structural and geotechnical requirements for schools.

Level of compliance Main audience Other

Required

  • Structural engineers
  • Architects
  • Geotechnical engineers
  • Project managers
  • Property managers
  • Principals and tumuaki
  • Boards
  • Proprietors

About the structural and geotechnical requirements

This document is primarily aimed at structural and geotechnical engineers, but it is also important that those who lead and coordinate school design work are familiar with the scope and purpose of this document. This includes architects, project managers, school boards and Ministry property personnel.

Complying with the structural and geotechnical requirements is mandatory.

The latest version of the document came into effect on all projects that commenced after 1 November 2020.

Ensure you are using the latest version of the document by downloading the document directly from the link below. For a brief overview of the document and key requirements, refer to the summary sheet.

Earthquake resilience of school buildings

Access reports, research and templates that support schools to ensure their buildings are earthquake resilient.

Earthquake resilience of school buildings

Feedback and future amendments

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If anything in this document requires clarification or if you would like to provide feedback, email school.design@education.govt.nz.

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