by John McGee | Apr 22, 2024 | Legislation updates
In a stride toward a more inclusive environment, the updated AS1428.1:2021 standard heralds a significant evolution from its 2009 predecessor, promising enhanced accessibility in new building projects across Australia. With over 4 million Australians experiencing some...
by John McGee | Jan 13, 2023 | Legislation updates, Livable cities and reforms
The NSW Government is showing a strong commitment to the development of sustainable and resilient homes and buildings. A new State Environmental Planning Policy (Sustainable Buildings) 2022 looks to encourage the design and delivery of more sustainable buildings...
by John McGee | Oct 26, 2022 | Legislation updates
In our last article we mentioned the fact that some major legislative changes are out for consultation with potential for adoption in early 2023. As promised, we will review the proposals and possible impacts below. The legislative landscape All too familiar...
by John McGee | Sep 26, 2022 | Legislation updates
The NSW Government is seeking to increase stakeholder confidence in the building industry. They are creating a new foundation for construction by looking at how to improve laws, better protect consumers and support workers. Further to existing legislation, the...
by Heath McNab | Apr 26, 2021 | Legislation updates
From 1 July 2021, NSW Fair Trading is introducing changes to the residential building industry to restore consumer confidence and make sure that all apartment buildings meet Building Code of Australia (BCA) standards. It follows the forced evacuation of ‘unsafe’...
by Heath McNab | Nov 9, 2020 | Legislation updates
The New South Wales Parliament passed two important bills earlier this year that will potentially increase the risk to landowners, not just developers, being mandated to carry out building rectifications. Under the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2019 and the...
