Introduced by the NSW Government, BASIX, the Building Sustainability Index, ensures homes are designed to use less potable water and be responsible for fewer greenhouse gas emissions by setting energy and water reduction targets for house and units. BASIX is one of the most robust sustainable planning measures in Australia, delivering equitable and effective water and greenhouse gas reductions across NSW. BASIX ensures homes are built to be more energy and water efficient.
Every development application for a new dwelling/s must be submitted to a Principal Certifying Authority (PCA) with a BASIX Certificate. A PCA can be a private certifier or a local council.
BASIX uses information such as site location, house size, type of building materials and fittings for hot water, cooling, and heating. It is important to realise that the commitments made during the BASIX process are shown on the final certificate and must be marked on the plans and adhered to during the building process. Any changes made to the house design means another BASIX assessment must be completed and a new BASIX Certificate submitted to the PCA.
