Fence/Gate

SCOPE:

To construct a timber fence(s) and gate(s) to provide an enclosed secure area on the property.

The Housing Modification Schedules shall be read in conjunction with sketches/drawings and summary sheet provided by the Specialised Housing Assessor and the Agreement for Contractor Services
Where a site visit has not been undertaken to ascertain the conditions, levels, boundary positions, access etc. no variations will be approved by reason of ignorance of the site or existing site conditions
Fence(s) and gate(s) are to be constructed in the location shown on the proposed sketch plan. Any variations are to be approved by the Specialised Housing Assessor and Enable New Zealand
A building consent is required if the fence exceeds two (2) metres in height above the supporting ground. The Contractor shall arrange to obtain all necessary consents from the local Territorial Authority
All work must comply with the Building Act, relevant clauses of the NZ Building Code and product manufacturer specifications
If the fence is located on the legal boundary the contractor shall ensure the appropriate written approvals are obtained from the adjourning property owner
The Contractor shall provide necessary protection to the client and other person/s from holes, unsafe building, falling and other hazards during the period of construction
Damage resulting from failure to protect adequately will be made good at the Contractor's expense.
The fence(s) and gate(s) shall be constructed by skilled tradespeople using best trade practice and materials.

Remove any vegetation and existing structures as required to erect the fence in a straight line, and/or in the position indicated.
The fence(s) and gate(s) must be constructed to provide adequate strength and stability.

Grades of timber are specified in the National Grading Rules. The timber shall be free from shakes, loose knots, and gum streaks. Sub-standard or warped timber shall not be used.
The fence(s) are to be constructed from timber using materials listed:
- 100x100mm rough sawn timber posts (radiata pine treated to H4)
- 100x50mm rough sawn timber rails (radiata pine treated to H3)
- 150x19mm rough sawn timber palings (radiata pine treated to H3)
- 75x50mm shaped timber capping (radiata pine treated to H3)
Note: Size and type of timber components may vary in some areas.
The gate(s) are to be constructed from timber using materials listed:
- 75x50mm rough sawn timber framing (radiata pine treated to H3)
- 150x19mm rough sawn timber palings (radiata pine treated to H3)
- Hot dipped galvanised tee hinges of sufficient size to support the weight and size of the gate
- A suitable security catch (as specified by assessment) to secure the gate.

Posts shall be spaced evenly at maximum 2.4 metre centres
Posts are to be set at least 600mm into the ground and encased in concrete.
Alternately the posts may be set at least 800mm into the ground with clean soil well rammed around it
Timber rails are to be securely fixed to the posts using 100x4.0 galvanised nails
Timber palings are to be securely fixed to the rails using 60x2.8 galvanised flat head nails
The timber capping is be grooved to sit over the top of, and fixed to the palings
The gate is to be constructed to match the finish of the fence
The gate is to be adequately constructed to prevent it slumping and hinges or connections failing
All exposed nails are to be punched below the surface of the timber.

Note: Alternate materials may be used. These need to be specified by the contractor and
approved by Enable New Zealand.

Ministry of Health funding will not cover the following.