Drawings to Accompany the Building Guidelines

Section C: Timber Construction

Introduction | Section A | Section B | Section C | Section D | Section E | Section F  | Section G
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Figure C-1: Alternative Foundation for a Small Timber Building

With timber construction the foundation must ensure that the building is adequately supported. For most timber buildings the foundation must be firmly anchored to the ground to prevent the building from being moved by high winds. This foundation alternative describes a timber post concreted into a hole in firm soil. Greenheart or pressure treated timber must be used.

Figure C-2: Fixing Detail for Timber Joist Bearing on a Concrete Beam

Figure C-3: Fixing Detail for Timber Rafter to a Timber Header

Figure C-4: Alternative Fixing Arrangements for Pillar Supports at Floors to Resist Uplift

Introduction | Section A | Section B | Section C | Section D | Section E | Section F  | Section G