Can I change my BASIX commitments before getting construction approval (DA development)?
If changes are made to any of the BASIX commitments originally made, the applicant will need to return to the BASIX website and obtain an updated BASIX Certificate which is consistent with the amended proposal. The extent of any changes to the proposal will dictate whether or not the applicant also needs to seek a modification to the development consent through an application under section 96 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. Changes which alter the DA plans are likely to require a consent to be modified under s96. This would include changes relating to things such as roof area, floor plan, or to any of the other BASIX commitments which are indicated on the plan. An application to have the consent modified will not be necessary if a change to a BASIX commitment does not result in the proposal being inconsistent with the development consent. Whether or not this is the case will be considered when an applicant applies for a construction certificate.
