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Home Building Act NSW 2026: What the Fair Trading and Building Legislation Amendment Bill Means for Your Project

The Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) governs every residential building contract, statutory warranty, and insurance requirement in New South Wales. In 2026, the NSW Government introduced the Fair Trading ...

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Aug 9, 2026

Section 4.55 Modification Applications in NSW 2026: Complete Guide to the March Reform Changes, Pathways & Fees

How do you modify an existing development consent in NSW? You modify an existing development consent in NSW by lodging a section 4.55 modification application with the original consent authority throu...

Approval Process DA approval Home Renovation NSW Planning Residential Projects duplex

Aug 7, 2026

CDC vs DA: Complete Guide to NSW Building Approval Pathways in 2026

CDC vs DA: Complete Guide to NSW Building Approval Pathways in 2026 Introduction If you are planning a new build, renovation, or subdivision in New South Wales in 2026, one of the first decisions you ...

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Jul 21, 2026

Granny Flat Approval Process NSW 2026

Granny Flat Approval Process NSW 2026: Complete Guide to Secondary Dwelling Approval Author: Franz Phan, Senior Planning Consultant, giantA Pty Ltd Published: July 5, 2026 Category: Residential Projec...

Approval Process Development Application Granny Flat NSW Planning Residential Projects Secondary Dwelling

Jul 4, 2026