New laws to help home owners sue dodgy builders in NSW

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In the wake of the construction disasters of the Opal Tower and Mascot Towers, the NSW Government is introducing new laws to Parliament which would mean builders have a duty of care to owners and could be fined upwards of $100,000 for any faulty work.

The tougher regulations would mean builders and designers are required to register plans for key elements like water-proofing to ensure they are carried out in compliance with building standards.

Building commissioner David Chandler said this will be the first in a series of legislative changes to help shore up the industry. "That's a leap — that is huge. All of the designers out there acknowledge the fact that that's a game-changer straight away."Minister for Better Regulation Kevin Anderson said the legislation would restore confidence among residential buyers."This is the start of the process that industry has been calling for. We want to fix the problems right at the start."

 

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Should also incorporate provisions to sue shonky governments & political parties that preside over 'dodgy' regulatory regimes!! This is nothing but passing the parcel. LiberalAus LiberalNSW australianlabor greens GladysB JodiMcKayMP

Just about 20 years too late

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