How does the BASIX assessment tool work?
Based on data provided by the applicant, the BASIX tool assesses the anticipated water consumption and greenhouse gas emission levels of the proposed development. The expected thermal performance of the proposed building is also assessed. For the Water and Energy indices, points are awarded based on how the proposal is likely to perform against the average of all existing dwellings of the same type. BASIX relies on comprehensive data sets about resource demand, occupation levels and market penetration rates of technologies provided by utility organisations, state agencies and the Australian Bureau of Statistics. A comprehensive analysis of existing technologies has also been undertaken to ensure BASIX is contemporary and reflects best practice technologies relating to sustainability. Algorithms within the BASIX tool calculate in qualitative terms how a proposed development is likely to perform against an existing development of the same type.
