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BASIX - Additions & Alterations

All extensions or alterations to existing homes that have a construction cost in excess of $50,000 are required to have a BASIX certificate. Development applications for new pools with a volume in excess of 40,000 litres also require BASIX certification.

The only energy and water savings commitments for home extensions are;

  • 40% of all new light fittings must have fluorescent globes
  • New showers, taps and toilets must have a minimum rating of 3 stars
  • All new walls, ceilings, floors and roofs must be insulated
  • All new north, east and west facing glass must have protection from the sun
  • Glass or frame upgrades maybe required if the extension has large window areas
  • Most skylights will need to be double glazed
  • If you install a new pool you maybe required to install a rain tank and / or a pool cover. The pool filter must also be controlled by a timer.
  • If you are replacing your hot water unit you are not allowed to install an electric storage hot water unit. 

Efficient Living has completed in excess of 400 additions and alterations BASIX certificates and reviewed many more.

If you have a completed report that has expensive glass requirements you are welcome to send it through to us for free review and advice.