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“The announcement by the NSW Government to establish a Building Commission by years end must not add to the regulatory burden and red tape faced by the residential building industry,” says HIA NSW Executive Director, David Bare.
“More than ever before, supply of new dwellings is critical to address a growing housing shortage and affordability crisis in the state.”
While there was little detail on how such a commission would benefit increased housing supply, it is rare that significant regulatory changes result in greater efficiencies.
“Therein lies the challenge for the Premier, Minister Chanthivong and Commissioner Chandler. The NSW economy and those desperately seeking housing can ill afford the formation of another large bureaucratic department within government.
The Minn’s Government must consult our industry on the design, structure and operation of a Building Commission to ensure it yields an overall benefit to the delivery of housing. It must not serve as another regulatory hand brake on supply.
HIA looks forward to continuing engagement with the NSW Government and Commissioner Chandler on the formation of the Building Commission to ensure that housing supply is not sacrificed in the process.”
As members may be aware, over the last 24 hours more examples of illegal and unacceptable behaviour from members of the CFMEU have come to light.
“More must be done to uncover and stamp out the unlawful behaviour that has been allowed to fester in the construction industry,” said HIA Managing Director Jocelyn Martin.
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) welcomes the Federal Government’s commitment of $304.3 million to support housing development in NSW, unlocking nearly 60,000 new homes. Investment in essential infrastructure is a vital step toward addressing Australia’s housing supply crisis.
The HIA takes this opportunity to respond to the Discussion Paper on the Work Health and Safety Regulation Consultation released by the Department of Customer Service as part of the review of the NSW Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017.