The Government of the Northern Territory announced reforms to its building guide in an effort to build buyer and investor confidence in the local construction industry.
The Consumer's Guide to Building and Renovating in the NT was developed to help potential buyers, builders, and investors about the processes involved in building or renovating single-family homes. Updates include the description of the role of the certifier, builder, plumber and owner in any construction project. The reforms also defined other pathways to occupational certification.
Other modifications:
Information in plain English on what should be in a construction contract for "prescribed works" under the Construction Reform Act
Requirements for transportable / prefabricated houses, the conversion of a shed to a house or where design changes require a building permit
Product guarantees
The importance of house maintenance after a construction
Streamlined processes available for some sheds, fences, and shade structures
When pool fences require a building permit
Eva Lawler, Minister of Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics, said the updated guide aims to offer a simplified explanation of the complex process of building or renovating a home.
"The NT Consumer Guide & # 39; s Build & Renovation Update ensures that Territorials and their builders are on the same page when it comes to it? undertake a project on your home. With checklists and explanations in plain English, the consumer is a guide is a one-stop-shop for all your renovation and construction questions, ”she said.
Lawler said this is crucial given that for many buyers and investors in the territory, building a home is one of the biggest investments they will make in their lives.
"The Territory's construction industry supports local jobs and creates housing for the Territorials. We want to make sure that when Territorials make their biggest investment, they feel safe in their home and have confidence that it was built to a quality standard that meets the National Building Code, ”a- she said.
To access the updated Consumer Guide, click on this link.
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