Comply with NSW Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020
Designers + builders of Class 2-9 buildings in NSW must register + lodge declarations.
Who must comply
Designers + builders of Class 2-9 buildings in NSW.
What triggers it
Working on covered building work.
When due
Before construction begins; declarations lodged per stage.
Evidence required
Registration; design declaration; build declaration; insurance.
Max penalty
Civil penalties + statutory duty-of-care liability to subsequent owners
Summary
The Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW) requires registered building practitioners + design practitioners for Class 2 (apartment + multi-residential) + extended classes. Each design declared compliant by registered designer; each build declared compliant by registered builder. Statutory duty of care extends to subsequent purchasers.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who must comply with NSW Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020?
- Designers + builders of Class 2-9 buildings in NSW.
- What triggers NSW Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020?
- Working on covered building work.
- When is NSW Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 due?
- Before construction begins; declarations lodged per stage.
- What is the maximum penalty for NSW Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020?
- Civil penalties + statutory duty-of-care liability to subsequent owners
- What evidence is required for NSW Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020?
- Registration; design declaration; build declaration; insurance.
Source: https://www.nsw.gov.au/housing-and-construction/building-commission-nsw. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.