Legal updates on NSW building contracts, defects, compliance, and construction disputes.
The Fair Trading and Building Legislation Amendment Bill 2026 (‘the Bill’) was passed by parliament on 5 August 2026. The Bill will implement changes to the decennial insurance model that may affect not only apartment...
Are you aware that developers, builders, and other persons owe a statutory duty to exercise reasonable care to avoid economic loss caused by defects? The Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW) imposes obligations on...
Key takeaways – Development Applications A recent decision in the case of Hinkler Ave 1 Pty Limited v Sutherland Shire Council NSWCA 264 has provided clarity on when it is considered that a development application...
