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2023 – September

The following revisions to the NZ Metal Roof and Wall Cladding Code of Practice were published on 1 September 2023.

Versioning and presentation:

  • Beginning with this revision the Code of Practice updates its version number with each update, to make it clear when the current update was published.
    The version numbering uses a year.month pattern: for example this update is v23.09, where 23 indicates the year (2023) and 09 indicates the month (September).
    Refer to Revision History for a log of specific changes in each update.
  • An overall upgrade to styling for improved typeface readability and better contrast in headings.
  • Additionally there are new "Quick Actions" on the COP Home page for reference to updates and interactive tools, and the registration process has been streamlined.

Substantial change to recommendations:

Editing and rearrangement:

The rest of the updates consisted of minor corrections and edits.

Revision Detail - 2023 - September

CategoryClause Number (prior to update)Clause (As of current publication)Details
2 - Editing and rearrangement1Introduction Updated Revisions Message
2 - Editing and rearrangement1.1Disclaimer and Copyright Removed copy explaining the update-policy and created a new subclause for those explanations.
4 - Clause Inserted Code of Practice Update-Policy Outline the update policy, new Version numbering scheme, and process for requesting archival content
2 - Editing and rearrangement2.1Definitions Added definition for Reglet flashing.
4 - Clause Inserted Wind Load/Span Graphs – Designs to AS/NZS1170 New clause to group Steel Cladding Wind Load Span Graphs and Aluminium Cladding Wind Load Span Graphs for designs to AS/NZS 1170.
2 - Editing and rearrangement3Structure Revision of the introductory clause to clarify uses of Fastening Pattern Tables – Designs to NZS 3604 and Wind Load/Span Graphs – Designs to AS/NZS1170.
1 - Minor Errata3.2.1AS/AZS 1170.2:2011 Fixed typo: amendments. Completed the last sentence and formatted the link to Modes of Failure properly.
1 - Minor Errata3.6.2.1Wind Load Resized photographs so they display the same.
1 - Minor Errata3.6.2.2Snow Loads Grammatical fix for clarity.
1 - Minor Errata3.7.2Deflection Fixed typo: distributed and roofing.
2 - Editing and rearrangement3.9Fastener Requirements and Overhangs Clause has been renamed.
4 - Clause Inserted Fastening Pattern Tables – Designs to NZS 3604 New clause to group G550 Steel Cladding Fastening Pattern Tables and Aluminium Fastening Pattern Tables for NZS3604-designs.
3 - Substantial change to recommendation4.9.4Compatibility Table Correction to "use with caution" for contact between concrete and steel. Removed brand names in favour of generic descriptive terms.
4 - Clause Inserted4.15.1Ground Clearance New clause under Clearances
3 - Substantial change to recommendation5.5.7Valley Capacity Calculator Enabled valley calculations for roofs at pitches below 3° - enforces a minimum freeboard of 30mm
3 - Substantial change to recommendation5.6.2Sumps Added recommendation for internal sumps to be sealed against the sides and sole of the gutter. Some typo fixes.
1 - Minor Errata6.2Compliance Fixed a missing link to: External Moisture Roofing, External Moisture Flashings, and External Moisture Penetrations.
2 - Editing and rearrangement8.2Flashing Design Revised Notched Flashing illustration to recommend a screw fastener to the purlin in preference to a rivet.
2 - Editing and rearrangement8.2.1Flashing Edges Removed recommendation to provide longitudinal flashings with an anti-capillary gap, as this is impractical.
4 - Clause Inserted Metal Fascias and Facades A new clause providing guidance for purpose-made Metal Fascias and Facades.
2 - Editing and rearrangement8.4.4Apron Flashings Corrected name for Parapet Flashing, Chase Cut and Parapet Flashing, Face Fixed.
2 - Editing and rearrangement9.4.2.6Sheetmetal Flashings on Trapezoidal Profiles Clarifying text for fixing under-soaker flashing added to Level Under-Soaker: Trapezoidal,
1 - Minor Errata12Fitness For Purpose Fixed typo: Addition
1 - Minor Errata13.3Working on Roofs Edited the caption under Working on Roofs Safety Systems.
1 - Minor Errata14.3Accepting Delivery Added clarifying statement to contact the supplier when the condition of the product is in doubt.
1 - Minor Errata14.13.1Nails Photo of Nail Pull-Out rotated.
3 - Substantial change to recommendation14.19.3Correctly Installed Gutters Changed recommendation for gutter drainage to be more consistent with MBIE tolerances.
1 - Minor Errata15.1.1Spring Curving Updated reference to the tables in this clause.
1 - Minor Errata15.1.6Concave Roofs Removed reference to a redundant table. Some grammar fixes.
1 - Minor Errata15.1.9Crimp Curving Fixed a broken link to Overpainting.
2 - Editing and rearrangement15.4.8Standing Seam Roofing Wind Loads Renamed table, it is now called: Generic Standing Seam Clip Spacing and inserted Medium Wind Zone.
1 - Minor Errata15.4.12.4Finishing at Ridges and Eaves of Tray Roofing Typo fix.
1 - Minor Errata16Maintenance Some editing for accuracy.
4 - Clause Inserted Maintenance Compliance New clause inserted.
0 - Clause Removed16.1Improved DurabilityClause removed during the over-all revision of Maintenance.
0 - Clause Removed16.2Normal MaintenanceThis clause was removed during the over-all revision of Maintenance
4 - Clause Inserted Reactive Maintenance New clause created during the over-all revision of Maintenance .
3 - Substantial change to recommendation16.3Scheduled Maintenance The clause was revised as part of the overall revision of Maintenance.
3 - Substantial change to recommendation16.4Preventative Maintenance This clause was revised during the overall revision of Maintenance.
3 - Substantial change to recommendation16.5Special Maintenance This clause was revised during the overall revision of Maintenance.
3 - Substantial change to recommendation16.6Inspection Clause revised as part of the over-all revision of Maintenance.
3 - Substantial change to recommendation16.7Washing This clause was revised during the overall revision of Maintenance.
3 - Substantial change to recommendation16.7.1Lichen And Mould THis clause was revised during the overall revision of Maintenance.
2 - Editing and rearrangement16.7.2Graffiti This clause was revised during the overall revision of Maintenance.
3 - Substantial change to recommendation16.8Overpainting This clause was revised during the overall revsion of Maintenance.
4 - Clause Inserted Preparation for Overpainting New clause created during the overall revision of Overpainting.
3 - Substantial change to recommendation16.8.1Unpainted Cladding This clause has been revised during the overall revision of Maintenance.
2 - Editing and rearrangement16.8.2Weathered Pre-Painted Cladding This clause was revised during the overall revision of Maintenance.
2 - Editing and rearrangement16.8.3White Corrosion This clause has been revised during the overall revision of Maintenance.
2 - Editing and rearrangement16.8.4Red Corrosion This clause was revised during the overall revision of Maintenance.
4 - Clause Inserted Unweathered Pre-Painted Cladding New clause created during the overall revision of Maintenance.
3 - Substantial change to recommendation16.8.5Application This clause has been renamed and completely revised during the overall revision of Maintenance, previously independent clauses have also been incorporated. They are: Brush Application, Roller Application, Spray Application 
0 - Clause Removed16.8.6Brush ApplicationThis clause has been removed during the overall revison of Maintenance. Brush Application is now discussed in Application.
0 - Clause Removed16.8.7Roller ApplicationThis clause has been removed during the overall revison of Maintenance. Roller Application is now discussed in Application.
0 - Clause Removed16.8.8Spray ApplicationThis clause has been removed during the overall revison of Maintenance. Spray Application is now discussed in Application.
0 - Clause Removed16.9Material SelectionThis clause was removed during an overall revision of Maintenance.
0 - Clause Removed16.9.1ResidentialThis clause was removed during an overall revision of Maintenance.
0 - Clause Removed16.9.2CommercialThis clause was removed during an overall revision of Maintenance.
0 - Clause Removed16.9.3Responsibility and LiabilityThis clause was removed during an overall revision of Maintenance.
0 - Clause Removed16.9.4Special Environments And ExclusionsThis clause was removed during an overall revision of Maintenance.
0 - Clause Removed16.11StorageThis clause was removed during an overall revision of Maintenance.  Storage is dealt with through various clauses under Installation.
2 - Editing and rearrangement18.2Pitch & Rise Calculator Renamed from "Roof Pitch Tangent" to "Pitch & Rise Calculator" for clarity.
2 - Editing and rearrangement18.5Geometry And Measurement Renamed from "Geometry And Mensuration" to "Geometry And Measurement".
4 - Clause Inserted 2023 – September New clause listing revisions for September 2023.
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Clause: 
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Clause Number: 
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4 - Clause Inserted
Revision Detail: 

New clause listing revisions for September 2023.