Sustainability and BASIX Certification
Being kind to the environment is the golden thread through everything we do.
BASIX & SECTION j EXPERTS
DEVELOPING SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENTS
Through our certification with the Building Sustainability Index (BASIX) and Section J report, we help you get certified in your efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and water consumption.
Building Sustainability Index (BASIX)
BASIX is a New South Wales Government requirement for all new residential developments and alterations to existing dwellings valued at more than $50,000.
BASIX Certification aims to reduce household electricity and water use by setting minimum sustainability targets. Buildings are assessed to ensure they are thermal, energy and water-efficient.
In short – new dwellings have to use less water and be more energy-efficient.
SPECIALISTS IN BASIX CERTIFICATES
SUSTAINABILITY & basix tARGETS
The sustainability of the proposed development is compared to BASIX targets based on a benchmark average for NSW. A BASIX Certificate is required as part of the planning process for all applications, including:
NatHERS – THERMAL ENERGY ASSESSMENT
As part of the BASIX Certification appraisal process, a NatHERS thermal energy assessment is often used.
This involves running a computer simulation of your development using the latest thermal performance software, modelling the building according to aspect, room layout, orientation, window design, breezes, and building construction.
Your building will receive a star rating that shows how well your home maintains a comfortable temperature year-round and the amount of energy needed to maintain it.
There’s no need for you to worry about your star rating because our expert town planning consultants at Town Planning & Access can provide you with a range of cost-effective solutions and practical recommendations for either meeting energy requirements or minimising thermal performance.
Once the appropriate assessments have been completed, Town Planning & Access will provide a BASIX Certificate and a NatHERS Certificate along with a stamped set of plans to demonstrate that your building meets thermal, energy, and water targets. These documents are required as part of the submission.
The cost of obtaining a BASIX and NatHERS certificate varies, depending on the building, so please contact us for a quote.
Section J Report
Like the BASIX certification for residential buildings, the Section J Report rates the environmental impact of buildings to lower greenhouse gas emissions and reduce energy and water consumption.
Do I need a Section J Report?
A Section J report is required by all commercial buildings that fall into classes 2-9 of the NCC, and it is a requirement Australia-wide. Most local councils will require this report to be included with the application.
Our town planning consultants have knowledge and experience of energy efficiency measures, including the mechanical and electrical systems of a building. We also have a solid and up-to-date knowledge of building materials and their thermal properties.
If you need our help to undertake an assessment and complete a Section J report for your building, contact our team today.
Let us partner with you
Our expert town planning and access consultants have years of industry experience offering achievable access solutions for our clients. We will guide you through an otherwise complex, challenging process, with proactive recommendations based on our comprehensive, high-quality assessments and reporting.
We look forward to learning about your plans. Our partnership is the next step in your development path.
Contact our team today to start the conversation.
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