Information sheets
HIA information sheets cover a wide range of industry topics. Prepared by HIA information specialists, they are designed to help HIA members answer questions about a variety of complex areas. You can search by category. Members can also talk to HIA for additional help and support.
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This information sheet provides an overview of BASIX and details the changes to BASIX and how it will affect your projects.
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This information sheet provides an overview of the different BCA compliance pathways for meeting the energy efficiency requirements.
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This information sheet provides an overview of the BCA gutter overflow requirements that were introduced in 2016.
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This information sheet provides an overview of the regulations and guidelines regarding building near Sydney Water pipes and other assets.
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This information sheet provides an overview of the regulations and guidelines regarding building near overhead and underground power lines
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This information sheet provides an overview of the regulations and guidelines regarding building on land adjacent to a classified road
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This information sheet provides an overview of the regulations and guidelines regarding building on land adjacent to a railway line
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This information sheet provides an overview of the new requirements for Principal Certifying Authorities for the collection of data about certification work and related matters.
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This information sheet sets out the changes to the NBN policy that introduces charges for new developments to receive NBN infrastructure.
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In March 2018 amendments were made to Part 6 of the EP&A Act to streamline building and subdivision certificates. Some of the changes to Part 6 commenced 1 September 2018 however the following changes were deferred until 1 December 2019