Conditions of Consent – Certifier or Council?
When a condition of consent states that a council is to be satisfied about a matter, it may not always be the council who makes the final decision.
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When work is “Physically Commenced”?
In some instances a development consent will not lapse if building, engineering or construction work relating to the building, subdivision or work is “physically commenced”. What does this mean exactly?
Read MoreThe Design and Building Practitioners Bill 2019
The Design and Building Practitioners Bill 2019 is set to bring some big changes to the development industry.
Read MoreThe Delegation of Inspections by Principal Certifers
This article considers a question regarding the ability for Principal Certifiers to delegate their inspections to others.
Read MoreThe difference between a “Certifier” and a “Principal Certifier”
Both Certifiers and a Principal Certifiers are required for construction projects – what is the difference, and why does it matter?
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions – Long Service Levy
There are many assumptions in the industry about the long service levy – this article seeks to clarify some of those matters.
Read More“Interim” Occupation Certificates
Today’s article is in response to a question about the availability of “interim” occupation certificates following the commencement of legislation on 1 December 2019.
Read MoreReport into the Building and Construction Industry
The NSW Government has released the government’s response to a national report into compliance and enforcement in the building industry.
Read MoreRole and Powers of the Local Traffic Committee
This post is in response to a question received about the role and powers of the Local Traffic Committee.
Read MoreWhen is a Long Service Levy payable?
There is an assumption in the industry that a long service levy is always payable before a construction certificate is issued. Is this true?
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