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What is BASIX? | BASIX Certificates and NSW Compliance Explained
Topics: BASIX Emerging Materials Accreditations Construction Residential
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BASIX Certificate Costs in NSW | BASIX Assessment Pricing Guide
BASIX Certificate Costs in NSW
BASIX certificate costs can vary depending on the type, scale and complexity of a residential development in New South Wales.
Topics: BASIX Emerging Materials Accreditations Construction Residential
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What Happens if BASIX Fails? | BASIX Compliance Issues in NSW
What Happens if BASIX Fails?
A BASIX assessment may fail when a proposed residential development does not achieve the required sustainability or thermal comfort targets under the NSW planning framework.
Topics: BASIX Emerging Materials Accreditations Construction Residential
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Can You Change a BASIX Certificate? | BASIX Amendments in NSW
Yes.
In many residential projects across New South Wales, BASIX certificates may need to be amended when design changes occur after the original assessment has been completed.
Topics: BASIX Emerging Materials Accreditations Construction Residential
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BASIX vs NatHERS NSW | Understanding the Difference
BASIX vs NatHERS
BASIX and NatHERS are closely connected within the NSW residential approval process, however they are not the same assessment system.
Topics: BASIX Emerging Materials Accreditations Construction Residential
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When is BASIX Required in NSW? | BASIX Certificate Requirements
When is BASIX Required in NSW?
BASIX requirements apply to many residential developments across New South Wales.
Topics: BASIX Emerging Materials Accreditations Construction Residential
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BASIX Timeframes in NSW | How Long Does a BASIX Certificate Take?
BASIX assessments form part of the residential planning and approval process in New South Wales.
Topics: BASIX Emerging Materials Accreditations Construction Residential
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Emerging Technologies of Visual Impact Assessments
Visual Impact Assessments (VIA) are an essential process used to evaluate the potential environmental impact of proposed projects on the surrounding community. These assessments help identify potential negative effects on the environment, wildlife, and people.
Topics: ESD Emerging Materials Sustainability Energy Climate visual impact assessment
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5 Quick Tips for Sustainable Home Design
We've found 5 quick and easy tips that will help guide on how to make your decisions in building a sustainable home.
Topics: Design ESD Glazing Emerging Materials Sustainability Energy Efficiency Climate Residential
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The Basics of Passive Cooling
Passive cooling is the cheapest method of cooling a home, and as an added bonus is incredibly environmentally friendly. No matter the climate you live in, you'll be using passive cooling to some extent throughout the year.
Whether you live in an apartment or a larger home, your home can be built or modified to allow you to take advantage of passive cooling systems to help you achieve greater comfort. If you already rely on mechanical cooling systems (like air conditioners) you can reduce your energy costs by combining these with passive cooling.
Choosing the most appropriate passive cooling strategies for your home should be guided by the climate you live in. We've listed some of the basic strategies below to get you started!
