Class 2 Builder Information

Absolute Build Group is a Licenced Class 2 Building Practioner and is able to assist with any questions you may have regarding this licence

If you’re planning any renovations to your apartment, duplex, or other strata property, it’s essential to be aware of the rules and requirements involved.

All building and renovation work within a strata building must:

• Be carried out safely
• Comply with current building standards and regulations

These measures protect the interests of builders and owners alike, while helping to minimize the risk of defects and costly issues in the future.

Under the legislation, all Class 2 building projects need to comply with the new requirements. A Class 2 building is an apartment building or a building that contains two or more sole-occupancy units, with each sole- occupancy unit being a separate dwelling

Special Considerations for Strata & Class 2 Buildings

Renovating a unit, duplex, or apartment, please ensure:

• Strata approvals are obtained
• Licensed professionals are used
• Compliance with Design & Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW)
• Projects include regulated designs by a Registered Design Practitioner and are overseen by a Registered Building Practitioner

To make sure all work is safe and up to standard:

•  A registered design practitioner must prepare regulated designs.
• A registered building practitioner must oversee the work

Penalties

Any practitioner failing to make a declaration or who makes a declaration when unregistered will face a maximum penalty of

$165,000 as a body corporate

$55,000 in any other case.

A Practioner who knowingly is aware of false or misleading declaration will face a maximum penalty of

$220,000 and/or two years imprisonment

NSW Strata Renovation Rules:

https://www.nsw.gov.au/housing-and-construction/strata/living/renovations

NSW Fair Trading Building & Renovating:

https://www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au/housing-and-property/building-and-renovating