Building work — comply with National Construction Code (NCC)
Buildings must comply with NCC (incorporating BCA + plumbing).
Who must comply
Designers, builders, certifiers.
What triggers it
Building work — new construction + significant alterations.
When due
Continuous; per project.
Evidence required
Design + certification documentation; certifier sign-off; compliance reports.
Max penalty
State-based penalties; designer + builder + certifier liability; insurance + reputation
Summary
National Construction Code (NCC) sets minimum requirements for design + construction of new buildings + plumbing in Australia. Incorporated into state Building Acts. Performance-based but with deemed-to-satisfy provisions. Updated periodically (2022 + 2026 cycles).
Enforced by
Industries
Topics
Source: https://ncc.abcb.gov.au. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.