7-STAR BASIX RATING BOOST
We have increased our standard inclusions
to help you achieve a 7-Star BASIX rating
*Coolwater Constructions does not guarantee that the inclusions listed in the BASIX 7 Star Features alone are sufficient to achieve a BASIX 7 Star rating for your chosen design on your property. The actual BASIX requirements will depend on the applicable law and are subject to many factors, such as house design and orientation, number and location of windows, property location, adjacent properties, roof colour and design, and solar or gas availability. Any BASIX requirements in addition to the inclusions or that are different to the inclusions may result in additional cost to the purchaser. Please note, changes to the house may be required to achieve BASIX compliance, such as the house structure, house cosmetics, and the number, location and size of the windows. Location of the ceiling fans will be determined by the BASIX / Thermal assessment. The Builder reserves the right to change or remove the inclusions at any time. You do not receive any credit for any inclusion not utilised by you. For further information, please contact Coolwater Constructions
Glazing
LowE Glazing to all windows and doors (excludes wet areas)
Others
Coolwater
Insulation
R2.5 Insulation to all external walls and internal garage walls (excludes external garage walls)
R3.5 Insulation to all habitable ceilings
R1.3 Anticon Foil Blanket to underside of colorbond roof
Wall Wrap to all external walls
Water
3-star WELS showerheads
5-star WELS tapware
4-star WELS dual flush toilets
4.5-star Dishwasher
5000L above ground slimline colorbond rainwater tank with submersible pump
Energy Efficiency
Ceiling Fans to all bedrooms and 1 Living area
Ceiling fan to Outdoor Living area over 12m2
Sealed LED lighting
900mm Induction cooktop
Window Coverings to all windows and doors (excluding wet areas)
Changes to BASIX
The BASIX standards increased on 1 October 2023. Increased standards will help make our homes more comfortable year-round with less reliance on heating and cooling technology.
The sustainability standards for new residential buildings include:
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increasing the thermal performance standard from an average of 5.5–6 stars to 7 stars on the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS)
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reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 7-11% (depending on location and type of residential development proposed).
What is BASIX ?
BASIX stands for Building Sustainability Index. It is a sustainability assessment tool for residential buildings in NSW. BASIX aims to reduce the environmental impact of new homes by requiring them to meet certain minimum standards (for water and energy efficiency, and thermal performance) and to report on construction materials being used so their embodied energy can be calculated.
BASIX requirements apply to all residential dwelling types in NSW and form part of the development application process.