BASIX

BASIX applies to:

• All new residential dwellings,
• Alterations and additions to dwellings that cost $50,000 or more,
• Swimming pools of 40,000 litres or more.

To demonstrate your development meets the BASIX requirements, you must conduct an assessment using the online BASIX Tool, which estimates the water and energy consumption and the thermal comfort based on the information you provide. This information includes the floor area, the size, location and type of windows, the type of insulation and the type of hot water system being installed.

There are detailed help notes available on the BASIX website to guide you through the process.

Once you have successfully completed the assessment by meeting the BASIX targets, you must generate the BASIX certificate and submit it with your Development Application or Complying Development Certificate.