The BASIX standards cover water, energy use and thermal performance. They apply to all new residential developments, as well as renovations more than $50,000 and swimming pools and spas of 40,000 litres or more. Increases to the BASIX standards came into effect on 1 October 2023.
To access the BASIX tool, users need to log in using their applicant or developer NSW Planning Portal account or register for an account.
For any queries, please refer to our BASIX support materials page for further assistance. Alternatively, please send an email to [email protected] and include ‘BASIX’ in the subject line.
News update - The Government Architect NSW has launched the NSW Pattern Book which initially includes 8 new low-rise dwelling designs. A BASIX certificate is required for all Pattern Book development applications. For more information on how to apply BASIX to the Pattern Book designs, please refer to the NSW Pattern Book website and the BASIX Guides available alongside each design when purchased.
