What is the process of obtaining a BASIX Certificate?
1. Send your plans for quoting
2. Approve the Quote
3. Receive a Draft Report
4. Approve the Draft
5. Payment
6. Receive final Certification and stamped architectural plans.
Does a BASIX Certificate expire?
Yes they do! You have exactly 3 months to submit your BASIX certificate to the council before it expires. If you complete your submission to the council after 3 months from the date of issue, you will need to obtain a completely new certificate.
How does the BASIX Certificate work during the development process?
Obtaining a BASIX certificate:
Complete the BASIX assessment online tool to generate and print your certificate. A fee will apply depending on your proposed development.
Submitting your application:
Attach your BASIX certificate along with your development application to submit for application. If you wish to make changes to your project, you will need to revise your initial BASIX assessment and resubmit your application.
Assessing your application:
Once your application has been assessed and approved, your project must be built to the commitments stated on the BASIX certificate.
Construction certificate:
Prior to construction of your project occurring, you will need to apply for a construction certificate which will need to be attached to your BASIX certificate.
Occupation certificate:
A final occupation certificate will be issued upon confirmation that your constructed project has complied with the commitments stated on the BASIX certificate.
Completion receipt:
A final inspection is conducted before granting the occupation certificate. Prior to this, a BASIX completion receipt is to be issued.