Bunjil Place mass timber curved roof. Photography by: Nicole England

Standards & Codes

Your guide to key Australian standards for designing and building with timber — from structural framing and fire safety to acoustic and energy compliance.

Whether you're an architect, engineer, building designer, or construction professional, understanding timber-related building standards is essential for compliant, safe, and high-performance designs. This page provides a practical overview of the key Australian Standards and National Construction Code (NCC) provisions relevant to timber construction.

From structural framing (AS 1684) and fire safety compliance to acoustic performance, thermal efficiency, and termite protection, you’ll find a summary of what matters—and direct links to detailed technical design guides, resources, and advice.

WoodSolutions is your trusted resource for designing and building with timber in line with Australian standards and codes.

Please Note:  Elements of the NCC may vary between states and local jurisdictions. Check with your local authorities if you are unsure.

Timber Framed Construction

AS1684 Code Compliance
AS 1684 Code Compliance
BCA Volume One Section B, Volume Two Part 3.4
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AS 1684 - User Guides
BCA Volume One Section B, Volume Two Part 3.4
Multi-Residential Timber Framed Construction (MRTFC)
Multi-Residential Timber Framed Construction (MRTFC)
BCA Volume One Section B, Volume Two Part 3.4
Wind
Wind Considerations
BCA Volume One Specification B1.2, Volume Two Part 3.4.3
Termite
Termite Management
BCA Volume One Section B1.4, Volume Two Part 3.1.3
Quality Control
Quality Control
Timber Joint Design
Timber Joint Design
BCA Volume One Section B
Strength performance
Strength Performance
BCA Volume One Section B

Fire

Fire Test Report
Fire Test Reports
BCA Volume One, Section C1.10
Fire Hazard Properties
Fire Hazard Properties
BCA Volume One Section C1.10
Design for Fire Technical Guidance
Design for Fire Technical Guidance
BCA Volume One Section C, Volume Two Part 3.7.1
Bushfire Performance
Bushfire Performance
BCA Volume One Section G5, Volume Two Part 3.10.5

Acoustics

Acoustic Considerations in Construction
Acoustic Considerations in Construction
BCA Volume One Section F7, Volume Two Part 3.8.6
Sound Control
Sound Control
BCA Volume One Section F7, Volume Two Part 3.8.6
Acoustic Performance
Acoustic Performance
BCA Volume One Section F7, Volume Two Part 3.8.6

Industry Standards

FWPA Standard G01 Recycled Timber v2
FWPA Standard G01 Recycled Timber – Visually Graded for Structural Purposes
Key considerations for those specifying or purchasing recycled timber include the variable nature of the material, the importance of thorough discussions between buyers and suppliers, and the necessit...
FWPA Standard G02 Recycled Timber Cover
FWPA Standard G02 Recycled Timber – Visually Graded Decorative Products
The FWPA Standard has been taken through a formal public review process under the guidance of the FWPA Recycled Timber Standards Writing Committee. Key considerations for specifiers and purchasers inc...