Basix Assessments
Sustainable Design Assessments, as their name suggest, assesses a development to ensure an adequate level of sustainability features have been incorporated into the design.
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Basix Assessments
What are Basix Certificates
A Basix assessment and corresponding certificate summarises the sustainability commitments that a development will include. The Basix Assessment process considers four criteria:
Following the assessment, the chosen sustainability commitments will be in incorporated into the design and can include:
Why and when do I need a Basix Certificate
Basix Certificates are only required within New South Wales and are required at the Development Application stage of a project which is:
In addition to the above, there are also less common occurrences requiring a Basix Certificate such as Boarding Houses, Hostels and Backpacker Accommodation.
What else can Basix Certificates be called
Basix Certificates can go by a variety of names such as Basix Assessment, Environmentally
Sustainable Design (ESD) reports, Sustainable Management Plans and Sustainability Reports
How do I get a Basix Certificate
Once the Development Application drawings have been prepared, the Green Rate Team will review and provide a detailed quotation. Once approved, the Green Rate Team will begin the assessment utilizing the following steps:
Why does getting a good quality Basix Certificate matter
Ensuring the correct sustainability features are incorporated into the development is critical to guaranteeing a cost effective, environmentally friendly development that will provide a comfortable and health living space for years to come.
The sustainability commitments made within the Basix Certificate can have a huge impact on the development in the following areas:
The Green Rate Difference
The Green Rate Team take a ‘boots on the ground’ approach when assessing any development. Extensive industry experience combined with constantly researching new building practices, products and local regulations, we ensure that our assessments are not just written to pass Council review, but to be a useable, realistic and cost effective plan for building a sustainable development.
