Category: APZ Establishment and Management
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How can I reduce my BAL Rating?
Evaluating and mitigating your BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) rating is crucial for ensuring the safety and compliance of your property, especially in bushfire-prone areas. This guide will walk you through the steps to reduce your BAL rating and understand the process of BAL assessment. Introduction to BAL Rating A BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) rating assesses…
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Siting for Bushfire Defence.
Siting for Bushfire Defence: Strategies for Achieving and Maintaining Bushfire Resilience Site Selection and Layout Siting a dwelling for bushfire defence goes beyond merely choosing a plot of land; it requires strategic planning in terms of layout, geology, vegetation, proximity to other structures or boundaries and many other factors. The primary objective is to minimize…
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Creating a bushfire resistant garden
As you prepare for the upcoming bushfire season, you’re likely thinking about how to protect your home and outdoor space from the threat of wildfires. One effective way to do this is by creating a bushfire-resistant garden within your Asset Protection Zone (APZ). By designing and maintaining a firewise garden, you can not only enhance…
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Shire of Mundaring BAL Assessments
Are you building in the Shire of Mundaring and want the differences for BAL Assessments in the area? We’ve got you covered with essential local knowledge. Mundaring usually requests a Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) Assessment as the first document. Regardless of the rating, you will likely need a Bushfire Management Statement (BMS) due to the…
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How to modify your Asset Protection Zone:
Procedure for modifying Your Asset Protection Zone (APZ) After the Local Government Authority approves your Asset Protection Zone (APZ), you must modify the upper canopy cover within the APZ to comply with the Schedule 1 Standards for APZ’s. Reduce the upper canopy cover to 10-15%, considering the trees at full maturity. Step-by-Step Guide to Complying…