NCC 2019 Volume Two Amendment 1
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Part 3.3.1 Unreinforced masonry
Appropriate Performance Requirements
Where an alternative masonry walling system is proposed as a Performance Solution to that described in Part 3.3.1, that proposal must comply with—
the relevant Performance Requirements determined in accordance with A2.2(3) and A2.4(3) as applicable.Performance Requirement P2.1.1 is satisfied for unreinforced masonry (including masonry-veneer) if it is designed and constructed in accordance with one of the following:
AS 3700.
AS 4773.1 and AS 4773.2.
Composite construction: Design requirements for other materials that may be used in combination with masonry i.e. heavy steel support beams etc. are described in Part 3.0— Structural provisions.