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of occupants; and
 (c) the function or use of the building; and
 (d) the height of the building; and
 (e) whether the exit is from above or below ground level.

DP6 Paths of travel to exits
  So that occupants can safely evacuate the building, accessways to exits must have dimensions appropriate to:
 (a) the number, mobility and other characteristics of occupants; and
 (b) the function or use of the building.
         Limitation Clause DP6 does not apply to a Class 1b or Class 10 building, or the internal parts of a sole‑occupancy unit in a Class 3 building.

DP7 Evacuation lifts
  Where a lift is intended to be used in addition to the required exits to assist occupants to evacuate a building safely, the type, number, location and fire-isolation must be appropriate to:
 (a) the travel distance to the lift; and
 (b) the number, mobility and other characteristics of occupants; and
 (c) the function or use of the building; and
 (d) the number of storeys connected by the lift; and
 (e) the fire safety system installed in the building; and
 (f) the waiting time, travel time and capacity of the lift; and
 (g) the reliability and availability of the lift; and
 (h) the emergency procedures for the building.

DP8 Carparking for people with a disability
  Carparking spaces for use by people with a disability must be:
 (a) provided, to the degree necessary, to give equitable access for carparking; and
 (b) designated and easy to find.
         Limitation Clause DP8 does not apply to a building where:
             (a) a parking service is provided; and
             (b) direct access to any carparking spaces by the general public or occupants is not available.

DP9 Communication systems for people with hearing impairment
  An inbuilt communication system for entry, information, entertainment, or for the provision of a service, must be suitable for occupants who are deaf or hearing impaired.
Limitation Clause DP9 does not apply to an inbuilt communication system used only for emergency warning purposes.

Part D3 Access for people with a disability

D3.0 Deemed‑to‑satisfy provisions
 (1) The Performance Requirements of clauses DP1, DP4, DP6, DP8 and DP9 are satisfied by complying with:
             (a) clauses D3.1 to D3.12; and
             (b) for public transport buildings—Part H2.
 (2) Performance Requirement DP7 must be complied with if lifts are to be used to assist occupants to evacuate a building.

D3.1 General building access requirements
  Buildings and parts of buildings must be accessible as required by Table D3.1, unless exempted by clause D3.4.

Table D3.1: Requirements for access for people with a disability

Class of building                                                                                                                                        Access requirements
Class 1b (1)
 (a) Dwellings located on one allotment (2) and used for short‑term holiday accommodation consisting of:                                                 To and within:
 (i) 4