4. Gas Meter Box Locations
AGA will not install a new gas service line which crosses through an adjoining lot in order to
provide a service to a subdivided property. However in some circumstances AGA may, at its
absolute discretion, determine that a new gas service line can be installed where it crosses
another property.
Examples of factors that may be taken into consideration by AGA:
• There is an existing gas service line or gas meter that requires relocation.
• Written agreement has been obtained from all affected Responsible Persons in relation to
the location of the service line.
• In an existing strata scheme, written agreement has been obtained from all affected land
owners in relation to the location of the gas service line.
• Whether gas easements have been registered.
4.2 Gas Meter Box Location Restrictions (AS/NZS 4645)
The gas meter shall not be installed in any of the following locations in accordance with
AS/NZS 4645.1:2008 (Appendix K):
• A bedroom.
• A lift shaft or lift motor room.
• A room specically intended for electrical switchgear.
• A re-isolated stairway or passage.
• A re hydrant duct or hose reel cabinet.
• Sprinkler or hydrant pump room.
• Gas meter boxes must not be located closer than 500mm from a source of ignition.
Sources of ignition include electrical devices such as the external unit of a split system air
conditioner, pool pumps, external power points, etc.
• Where egress from a building would be obstructed.
• Where excessive temperatures or sudden excessive changes in temperature may occur.
• In a cavity wall, unless installed in an approved ventilated enclosure which is sealed from
the cavity.
• Where access for reading or maintenance is restricted.
• In an unventilated position.
• On or in the ground.
• On a oor which contains material which may corrode the gas meter.
• Where subject to physical damage unless the gas meter is adequately protected.
The denition of adequate protection shall be determined by AGA in all instances.
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