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12-month transition to NCC confirmed for ACT
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Under the revised approach:
- A 12-month transition period will apply from 1 May 2026 to 1 May 2027, during which projects can be assessed under either NCC 2022 or NCC 2025;
- NCC 2025 will become mandatory from 1 May 2027; and
- Includes provisions for well-advanced projects with key planning or works applications lodged prior to 1 November 2026 to build under either the 2022 or 2025 code.
This is a positive and practical outcome for industry.
The ACT Government’s initial proposal of a 6-month transition risked placing local industry under unnecessary pressure by moving too quickly. HIA has consistently advocated for a transition period of at least 12 months, recognising the scale and complexity of the changes introduced under NCC 2025.
In addition, the confirmed transition timeline aligns the ACT with the timeline announced for NSW last week.
The extended transition time will provide builders, designers, certifiers, and the industry’s supply chain with sufficient time to understand and implement the new requirements and reduce the risk of disruption to projects already in the pipeline.
The additional flexibility for projects in advanced stages of planning is particularly important. This ensures that projects which are well progressed are not forced to redesign late in the process, avoiding delays and additional costs.
This outcome reflects constructive engagement between industry and government and demonstrates the value of sustained advocacy on issues that directly impact housing delivery.
We will continue to work closely with the ACT Government to ensure that implementation is practical, well-sequenced, and does not inadvertently constrain housing supply at a time when it is most needed.
If you have any questions about how these changes may affect your projects, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
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