An NCC Performance Solution is a project-specific method of demonstrating compliance with the relevant Performance Requirements of the National Construction Code using an alternative to the Deemed-to-Satisfy provisions.

The NCC recognises both Performance Solutions and DTS Solutions as legitimate compliance pathways.ption text goes here

A Deemed-to-Satisfy Solution follows the prescriptive provisions contained within the NCC.

A Performance Solution does not rely solely on those prescriptive provisions. Instead, the proposed design is assessed against the relevant Performance Requirements using one or more recognised NCC Assessment Methods.

A Performance Solution may be required where a proposed design, material, construction method or existing condition cannot readily satisfy the relevant Deemed-to-Satisfy provisions.

This can occur because of architectural design objectives, site constraints, existing building conditions, specialist materials or non-standard construction details.

2MC Consulting provides Performance Solution and building compliance services for projects throughout Melbourne, Victoria and across Australia.

We work with architects, builders, building surveyors, developers and project teams to assess complex NCC compliance matters and develop practical alternative pathways.

In some circumstances, an appropriate Performance Solution can demonstrate compliance without requiring the project to follow the exact DTS configuration.

Whether this is possible depends on the relevant Performance Requirements, the proposed design and the evidence available to support the assessment.

Yes. 2MC Consulting assesses complex waterproofing, drainage, external-level and moisture-management conditions where an alternative compliance pathway may be appropriate.

This can include below-ground walls, slab interfaces, external finished levels, drainage arrangements and other non-standard waterproofing conditions.

Yes. We assess roof and building-envelope conditions including parapets, flashings, penetrations, drainage, roof interfaces and other details where weatherproofing compliance requires a performance-based assessment.

Yes. 2MC Consulting can assess non-standard stair configurations where the design departs from the relevant DTS provisions.

This may include unusual stair flights, winders, landings, dimensional constraints and other circulation conditions.

Specialist glazing, pool windows and other non-standard glazing arrangements may require a project-specific assessment depending on the proposed construction and relevant NCC requirements.

Yes. Performance-based assessment may be appropriate where the DTS provisions for natural light or ventilation cannot readily be achieved.

The proposed approach depends on the room use, building configuration, relevant Performance Requirements and available supporting information.

Yes. 2MC Consulting can assess project specific conditions involving circulation, doorways, sanitary facilities, corridors, entrances and other accessibility or Livable Housing requirements where an alternative compliance pathway may be appropriate.

Yes.

Existing buildings and alterations frequently involve physical constraints or existing construction that does not align neatly with current prescriptive provisions.

Where appropriate, a Performance Solution can provide a project specific means of assessing the proposed condition against the relevant Performance Requirements.

Performance Solution issues can arise during design, building permit assessment or construction. The available pathway depends on the particular condition, stage of the project, evidence available and requirements of the relevant building surveyor or approval authority.

Yes.

We work with building surveyors and project teams to clarify identified compliance issues, determine the relevant NCC requirements and document an appropriate performance-based assessment.

In most cases, we initially need the architectural drawings, a description of the issue and any building surveyor or consultant correspondence identifying the relevant compliance concern.

Additional information may be requested once the proposed condition has been reviewed.

Timeframes depend on the complexity of the compliance issue, the quality and completeness of the information provided, and whether specialist consultant input or further technical information is required.

For straightforward matters, we can often provide a clear expected timeframe once the project documentation has been reviewed.

Where a Performance Solution is required urgently, an expedited service may be available for an additional fee, subject to project complexity, consultant availability and receipt of all required information.

Yes.

2MC Consulting provides Performance Solution and building compliance services for suitable projects across Australia.