{{ propApi.closeIcon }}
Our industry
Our industry $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
Housing industry insights Economics Insights Data & forecasts Tailored research and analysis Advocacy & policy Advocacy Policy priorities Position statements Submissions News and inspiration Industry news Member alerts Media releases HOUSING Online
Business support
Business support $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
For your business Contracts Online Safety systems & solutions HIA Tradepass Advertise jobs Member perks Toyota vehicles The Good Guys Commercial Ampol fuel savings See all Industry insurance HIA Insurance Services Construction works insurance Home warranty insurance Tradies & tool insurance Apprentices Why host a HIA apprentice? Hire an apprentice Support & guidance Contracts & compliance support Building & planning services
Resources & advice
Resources & advice $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
Building it right Building codes Australian standards Getting it right on site See all Building materials & products Concrete, bricks & walls Getting products approved Use the right products for the job See all Managing your business Dealing with contracts Handling disputes Managing your employees See all Managing your safety Safety rules Working with silica See all Building your business Growing your business Maintaining your business See all Other subjects Getting approval to build Sustainable homes See all
Careers & learning
Careers & learning $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
A rewarding career Become an apprentice Apprenticeships on offer How do I apply? Frequently asked questions Study with us Find a course to suit you Qualification courses Learning on demand Professional development courses A job in the industry Get your builder's licence Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Further your career Find jobs
HIA community
HIA community $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
Join HIA Sign me up How do I become a member? What's in it for me? Mates rates Get involved Become an award judge Join a committee Partner with us Our initiatives HIA Building Women GreenSmart Kitchen, bathroom and design hub Get to know us Our members Our people Our partners Support for you Charitable Foundation Mental health program
Awards & events
Awards & events $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
Awards Awards program People & Business Awards GreenSmart Australian Housing Awards Awards winners Regional Award winners Australian Housing Award winners 2024 Australian Home of the Year Enter online Industry events Events in the next month Economic outlook National Conference Events calendar
HIA shop
HIA shop $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight
Most popular products National Construction Code Vol 1 & 2 Waterproofing wet areas AS 3740:2021 HIA Guide to Waterproofing HIA Guide to NCC Livable Housing Provisions Top categories Building codes & standards Contracts & documents Guides & manuals Safety products Signage For your business Contracts Online Digital Australian Standards Digital Resource Library Forecasts & data
About Contact Newsroom
$vuetify.icons.faTimes
$vuetify.icons.faMapMarker Set my location Use the field below to update your location
Address
Change location
{{propApi.title}}
{{propApi.text}} {{region}} Change location
{{propApi.title}}
{{propApi.successMessage}} {{region}} Change location

$vuetify.icons.faPhone1300 650 620

Townhouse / Villa Development

{{ tag.label }} {{ tag.label }} $vuetify.icons.faTimes

This award recognises excellence in the construction and design of a low-rise multiple dwelling residential project.

Program

Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards

Contact

vic_events@hia.com.au

Victoria Townhouse/Villa Development categories

  • Up to $500,000 per dwelling
  • $500,000 to $1 million per dwelling
  • Over $1 million per dwelling

Judging criteria

Projects will be judged according to:

Criteria Points
Quality of workmanship 50
Design effectiveness of the development and dwellings including environmental sustainability 20
Innovation 15
Visual and market appeal 15

Notes:

  1. An eligible project includes any multiple dwelling development where two or more dwellings were completed as one project by the one builder. This would include developments known as dual occupancy, villas (one storey), townhouses (2-3 storeys), terrace housing or the like, whether attached or detached.
  2. These projects are generally classified as Class 1a buildings under the Building Code of Australia. Eligible projects may also be Class 2 buildings due solely to the inclusion of a shared underground car parking area.
  3. Entrants in this category are eligible to enter an individual dwelling in the Townhouse/Villa of the Year category.

Competition area by postcode

Entries are submitted into the regional awards based on the geographical location of each project:

Victorian Awards

3000, 3002-3006, 3008, 3010-3016, 3018-3116, 3121-3207, 3335-3338, 3427-3430, 3750-3757, 3759-3761, 3763, 3765-3767, 3770-3775, 3785-3789, 3791-3796, 3800-3809, 3910-3911, 3975-3978

HIA-CSR Australian Housing Awards

Celebrate the highest level of achievement for the "best of the best" in the residential building industry for award winning designs and builds from across Australia.

Tell me more $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight

Professional Builder/Renovator Awards

Highly-prized recognition within the industry for extensive business and financial management practices.

Tell me more $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight

Greensmart Awards

Celebrating sustainably-built homes, new products and GreenSmart Professionals. Gain recognition for your sustainability building practices.

Tell me more $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight

Apprentice Awards

HIA host the Annual Apprentice Awards to recognise and inspire the next generation of apprentices for the construction industry.

Tell me more $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight

HIA Apprentice Host Trainer Award

Putting the spotlight on apprentice hosts and the important contribution they make for Australian apprentices.

Tell me more $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight

People & Business Awards

Recognise businesses and stand-out individuals in the residential building industry who are pushing the boundaries with workmanship, aspirations, and superior business and customer management.

Tell me more $vuetify.icons.faArrowRight