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Cavity

A space or void between an external cladding and the structural wall behind it. For example the void between brick veneer cladding and the timber frame in an external wall.

Cavity Slider

A sliding door that recesses into a pocket in the wall framing, leaving clear wall space on both sides of the doorway.

Cavity System

A method (or system) of forming a cavity gap between particular building elements to encourage air circulation.

Ceiling Batten

A horizontal material fixed below timber trusses which the ceiling GIB is attached to.

Certificate of Title

Document which shows the ownership of a piece of land, held in Lands and Deeds Registry Offices. It can include the owner's details, type of ownership, area, legal description, mortgages, covenants and consent conditions.

Cladding

Exterior weather-resistant surface of a building.

Code Compliance Cert.

Code Compliance Certificate or Consent Completion Certificate. A certificate issued by the local authority or council after construction is complete, notifying that building work has been completed in accordance with the building consent.

Compliance

Occurs when building performance, according to the standards in the Building Code, has been achieved.

Concept

A concept drawing is a drawing of the proposed building that may not include all details but provides an example or idea of the finished product.

Control Joint

Also known as an Expansion Joint. See Expansion Joint.

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