WorksheetsWeek 21 - Quiz 3 - Earthquake Legislation
Total questions: 5
Worksheet time: 3mins
What major legal change came into effect on 1 July 2017 regarding earthquake-prone buildings?
All buildings were classified as unsafe
New taxes were introduced for old buildings
The Building (Earthquake-prone Buildings) Amendment Act 2016 came into force
Earthquake insurance became mandatory
What is the main focus of the new earthquake-prone building legislation?
Lowering construction costs
Increasing property values
Protecting people’s safety
Reducing energy use in buildings
Which part of the Building Act 2004 was amended by the 2016 legislation?
Subpart 4B
Section 72
Subpart 6A
Clause 10.4
What happens if an earthquake-prone building is being refurbished?
No action is required
It must be demolished
Earthquake strengthening is required
It must be repainted
What is one purpose of the updated legislation?
To increase rental prices in cities
To slow down urban development
To ensure consistent national rules for seismic safety
To centralise all property ownership
