Latest Building Dispute Articles

Building a new house is thrilling but defects and delays can be frustrating. Laws in New South Wales regulate construction work. We’ll talk about 3 issues and how to fix them with National Construction Code (NCC), Building Code of Australia (BCA), and more.

Are you a homeowner in NCAT proceedings? Did you receive a Calderbank letter from your builder or are considering making one? As a construction Lawyer, I see Calderbank offers made all the time. Learn about Calderbank letters and the risks and advantages involved in making or accepting an offer in this article.

Building a house is a significant investment, and it is important to ensure that the process goes smoothly. However, disputes can arise during or after the building process, and it is essential for homeowners in NSW to know how to handle them. Proper documentation and clear communication are crucial in resolving building disputes.

Independent experts are professionals who possess expertise in construction, plumbing, electrical, structural engineering, concreting, mould hygienist, and quantity surveyors among other home building-related fields. They may be ordered by the Tribunal Member at the hearing to assess building work and prepare a report for the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) and the parties involved.

When it comes to resolving building disputes under the Home Building Act, many homeowners may wonder whether they should engage a lawyer to represent them at the New South Wales Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT). While it is possible for homeowners to represent themselves at NCAT, there are certain circumstances where it may be beneficial to have legal representation.

Is your home building project taking forever to finish? Your

Building your dream home is supposed to be an exciting time in your life. But when you inspect the property at the hand over, and over time you live in the property, you identify defects in the house.

This article is for home owners who had their construction project done under the NSW Fair Trading Home Building Contract for Work Over $20,000, and would like to know how to address defective and incomplete works.

Variations, if not agreed to by both parties, are a potential source of building dispute. This article explains how Variations may be properly made under the Office of Fair Trading’s Home Building Contract for Work Over $20,000 and what to do if you don’t agree with the Variations.

What are Variations? Variations are changes or alterations made to the work, which are outside of, or contrary to, those specified in the scope of

Building your dream home can be the biggest investment you’ll make. It doesn’t come without risks to cost, time, and quality. Defects and incomplete works are common issues. 

In this article, we look at commonly-occuring construction defects that lead to dispute. Learn how to address them whether you’re using the HIA, Master Builder, or Fair Trading contract.