Building Commission news

Communities recovering from the impacts of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred are being reminded to stay vigilant when it comes to arranging repairs or building work with tradespeople.

A Sydney man has been hit with a $473,000 fine after being found guilty of more than 40 breaches involving unlicensed and uninsured residential building work for four consumers in 2022.

Minister for Building Anoulack Chanthivong has welcomed Building Commission NSW warning plumbers across the state to get up to speed on their supervision requirements or face fines in an upcoming targeted compliance campaign.

Building Commission NSW is calling on tradespeople from around the state to help shape the future of the NSW construction industry, with the launch of the new Building Industry Research Panel.

This notice informs stakeholders about the proposed recognition of an approval scheme for electrical articles under Clause 23 of the Gas and Electricity (Consumer Safety) Regulation 2018.

NSW’s new Building Commissioner James Sherrard has officially started in his role leading the state’s first dedicated building and construction regulator.

Newcastle residents can have peace of mind knowing their home build is under the watchful eye of Building Commission NSW, with more than 100 properties recently inspected across the region.  

Minister for Building Anoulack Chanthivong has welcomed the appointment of the new NSW Building Commissioner.

Electricians who fail to properly supervise apprentices will lose their licence under changes designed to protect young workers and make sure electrical work meets quality standards.

The Minns Labor Government has commenced a review to identify better protections for people building homes, delivering on an election commitment to review the state’s home building compensation scheme.