Large boarding houses

A BASIX certificate is not required for the erection of a new large boarding house, or alterations to an existing large boarding house, as this development is no longer BASIX development. Specifically, the definition of a BASIX building in the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021 excludes a boarding house, hostel or co-living housing that accommodates more than 12 residents, or has a gross floor area exceeding 300 square metres.

The requirements of the National Construction Code, as administered by your consent authority, continue to apply.