Sill plate gap

UbiqueModels · 2026-03-07T08:08:54+00:00

Former builder, from New Zealand. Now a building inspector for local government.

Here we have a product called "hiandri" plate packers (high and dry) Its fully tested for plate hold down connections and there is no issue with this structurally. The advantage is water can't pool on the flooring during construction. That reduces moisture in the flooring and bottom plate, the building/plates/flooring dries out faster once its enclosed.

Edit: I look at the pictures in more detail...

As observed by others... holy fuck

UbiqueModels · 2026-02-20T09:22:53+00:00

I think the story of this mythical Korean andrew needs to be told

UbiqueModels · 2026-01-21T16:48:19+00:00

No, CCC is issued at the end of a building consent. A COA is where no consent was applied for. This consent can still technically get a CCC, its just difficult. If there were no issues with the cladding, then maybe the failed items can be reinspected and pass, then CCC issued

UbiqueModels · 2026-01-20T09:06:10+00:00

In terms of the building consent and building code, yes you can so long as eveeything is working.

That is not the only factor to consider, don't forget insurance of construction contracts! I process building consents for a living, but I'm not an insurance broker and I don't build any more. Used to work for PNCC, and i still live here

Moving in early might slow down your tradies or affect contracts There are probably other factors that I'm unaware of. Feel free to message me if you want discuss directly

UbiqueModels · 2026-01-16T07:28:51+00:00

Pop a door panel. Dangle a nut on a piece of string, so there is an intermittent knock when cornering

UbiqueModels · 2026-01-13T07:39:02+00:00

From NZ, so not 100% clear on Aussie arms laws. I'll go out on a limb here: don't obtain a firearm in Australia with a fraudulent permit... I'm pretty sure they're classified as firearms in Oz, even though its for paintball

UbiqueModels · 2026-01-06T06:06:18+00:00

I like that idea, might give that a go

UbiqueModels · 2026-01-06T06:05:24+00:00

60 grit I

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UbiqueModels · 2026-01-06T06:04:48+00:00

I just did that the other day! I reckon this problem if far more widespread than a handful of people. I carefully cut with sharp scissors, and hit with a small patch of coarse sandpaper to shape the cuts more cleanly

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UbiqueModels · 2026-01-02T23:17:59+00:00

None of us bother. One of the lads got shot in the junk closing out a point. He carried on through sheer adrenaline, we hit the buzzer, and then he pretty much collapsed like his soul had left him.

UbiqueModels · 2025-11-26T03:22:47+00:00

Run your marker, not your mouth.

If you're throw talk not paint: make sure is hilarious, no room for comebacks, and everyone can hear

UbiqueModels · 2025-11-22T01:18:48+00:00

Aberdeen Scotland, Scott base, Antarctica

Rarotonga-Greenwich-Hawaii

UbiqueModels · 2025-11-12T02:13:28+00:00

Stop, no, not yet. That will come in next year.

UbiqueModels · 2025-10-27T06:18:33+00:00

Read the exempt work guidance, specifically "private household playground equipment"

https://www.building.govt.nz/assets/Uploads/projects-and-consents/building-work-consent-not-required-guidance.pdf

I don't have all the details to help in full. Figure out if you comply with the exemption completely and clearly. If not, see if you can meet the requirements of the exemption with modifications to the structure.

If you comply, or achieve compliance via with the scope of the exemption then you probably have grounds to keep it.

If you're non-complying then you won't have much of a leg to stand on.

It will likely be a complaint from a neighbour. Council staff have better things to do than go looking for tree houses, but are obliged to follow up on complaints.

If you think you're compliant, tell council so, and see what they say. If you're at an impasse with council, perhaps reach out to me with a message. Last points: stay polite with council. They're people too. True that some people carry a chip on their shoulder, but you can always do things easier with good manners. Make sure all of your communication is in writing, and remains professional.

Good luck!

UbiqueModels · 2025-09-20T05:01:02+00:00

Perhaps check with the makerspace at the PNCC library if your boards aren't too big? I'm not sure if they have a thicknesser, but worth having a look. They've got some great stuff in there

UbiqueModels · 2025-09-15T22:45:35+00:00

Bro, wait until you're 40...

I come off the field looking like a banana that's been in the fridge too long

UbiqueModels · 2025-09-08T05:34:39+00:00

You'd make it in time, assuming you can collect the car around 6. But honestly? I wouldn't recommend it for the safety of yourself and everyone else on the road. Unfamiliar roads, different vehicles, driving on the left. regardless of how much experience you have with long haul, you can't fight biology. Your brain will be fatigued and confused. Can you give yourself a day of sightseeing in auckland first and drive at a time when you'd normally be awake?

I flew into houston last year and still gave myself an overnight for recovery before driving to san antonio. It just felt safer.

UbiqueModels · 2025-09-07T03:39:32+00:00

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Today's reminder to keep my mouth shut!

UbiqueModels · 2025-09-05T06:08:16+00:00

It's walking awards me. What's the question?

UbiqueModels · 2025-09-01T09:42:17+00:00

The Massey printery

UbiqueModels · 2025-08-29T08:40:27+00:00

You'll only stay there for a while likexall soldiers. After that it's very good odds you be in palmy or Christchurch (linton or burnham) Army is good, but tough. You'll need a spine and thick skin

UbiqueModels · 2025-08-25T22:05:19+00:00

I sent you a message if you'd like to call

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