by John McGee | Aug 4, 2026 | Legislation updates
The NSW Government is progressing what is expected to become the most significant reform of the State’s building approvals framework since the 2010s. Through the proposed Building (Approvals & Practitioners) Bill 2026, several existing pieces of legislation...
by John McGee | Nov 25, 2025 | Legislation updates
The NSW planning landscape is undergoing another significant period of reform. With amendments to the EP&A Act passed in May 2025, and a major reform Bill introduced in September 2025, the development and construction sector is facing meaningful shifts in...
by John McGee | Jun 23, 2025 | Legislation updates
What the construction industry needs to know in 2025 The Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW) continues to reshape the construction industry, broadening its scope from high-rise residential to a wider range of building classes and project types. While its...
by John McGee | Jul 24, 2024 | Legislation updates
The Department of Planning, Housing, and Infrastructure has recently announced a pivotal update to the Housing SEPP with the introduction of a new Chapter 5 focused on Transport Oriented Development (TOD). In a significant step towards integrating sustainable urban...
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...
