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BASIX Solar PV and Battery Storage NSW 2026: Energy Compliance and the Emergency Backstop

Introduction: Solar PV Is Now Central to BASIX Energy Compliance When BASIX first launched in 2004, a rainwater tank and a solar hot water system were enough to sail through compliance. Two decades la...

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Aug 22, 2026

BASIX Certificate NSW 2026: Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your BASIX Certificate

TL;DR A BASIX certificate is a mandatory planning document required for all new residential developments, renovations over $50,000, and pools over 40,000 litres in NSW. You obtain it through the NSW P...

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Aug 19, 2026

NCC 2025 NSW: What the May 2027 Adoption Date Means for Your Building Project

NSW will adopt the National Construction Code (NCC) 2025 on 1 May 2027 , a full 12 months after the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) published the complete code on 1 May 2026. The Minns Governme...

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Aug 16, 2026

NCC Energy Efficiency Freeze Until 2029: What It Means for NSW BASIX Compliance and Your Building Project

Author: Franz Phan, Senior Planning Consultant, giantA Pty Ltd (15+ years experience in NSW residential and multi-unit development) Introduction: Why the NCC Freeze Matters for NSW Builders and Homeow...

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Aug 16, 2026

Stormwater Management and On-Site Detention (OSD) in NSW 2026: Complete Guide for Developers and Homeowners

Author: Franz Phan, Senior Planning Consultant, giantA Pty Ltd (15+ years NSW development experience) Introduction: Why Stormwater Management Can Make or Break Your NSW Development Every time a proper...

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Aug 15, 2026

BASIX Certificate NSW 2026: Cost, 7-Star Targets and What Changed This Year

A Sydney homeowner budgeted $400 for a BASIX certificate, accepted a $99 "instant BASIX" online, and ended up paying for a redesign when the report failed the 7-star thermal review. In 2026 the BASIX ...

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Aug 13, 2026

BASIX Water Efficiency NSW 2026: Rainwater Tanks, WELS Fixtures & Landscape Compliance Guide

BASIX Water Efficiency NSW 2026: Rainwater Tanks, WELS Fixtures Landscape Compliance Guide What Is the BASIX Water Section? The BASIX Water section requires new residential developments in NSW to redu...

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Aug 13, 2026

Granny Flat Energy Compliance NSW 2026: BASIX Requirements for Secondary Dwellings

TL;DR Every granny flat (secondary dwelling) built in NSW requires a BASIX certificate before a Development Application (DA) or Complying Development Certificate (CDC) can be approved. The BASIX certi...

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Aug 10, 2026

Thermal Bridging in NSW BASIX 2026: How to Eliminate Cold Bridges and Meet 7-Star NatHERS Requirements

Author: Franz Phan, Senior Planning Consultant, giantA Pty Ltd (15+ years experience in NSW residential development) Published: 2026-08-07 What Is Thermal Bridging and Why Does It Matter for BASIX Com...

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Aug 7, 2026

The Complete Guide to NSW Development Approval (DA) Process 2026

A comprehensive, step-by-step guide for homeowners, developers, and builders navigating the NSW planning system. Executive Summary The NSW Development Approval (DA) process is a critical pathway for a...

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Aug 1, 2026

BASIX Requirements for Granny Flats in NSW 2026: Water, Energy & Thermal Compliance Guide

BASIX Requirements for Granny Flats in NSW 2026: Water, Energy & Thermal Compliance Guide With Sydneys housing affordability crisis deepening and the NSW Government pushing for 377,000 new homes by 20...

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Jul 22, 2026

BASIX Solar PV & Battery Storage NSW 2026: Maximise Your Energy Score & Slash Bills

BASIX Solar PV Battery Storage NSW 2026: How Much Can You Save? Quick Answer: Solar PV and battery storage are the highest-impact measures for maximising your BASIX energy score in NSW 2026. A 6.6kW s...

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Jul 13, 2026

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