Building Design and Product Requirements

Component Requirements

The Homes NSW Component Requirements outlines the performance requirements of selected components with which Homes NSW has both a direct interest in and experience with.

Not all materials used in buildings are identified in this document. It is expected that all materials used in work undertaken on behalf of Homes  NSW will be fully compliant with current Australian Standards and service authority requirements as well as any legislation and regulatory requirements.

Components identified by performance criteria only, may require written certification from the manufacturer or supplier. Certification must be provided to Homes NSW for each project before installation by the Contractor.

Where compliance with relevant standards, codes (including the National Construction Code of Australia and NSW variations), and Australian Standards are listed as performance criteria, use the current editions, including amendments. Applicable Australian Standards and other international and nationally recognised standards are accepted provided the manufacturer/supplier produce proof of equivalence assessed/certified by an accredited independent third party.

You can get further information about this document from:

Homes NSW Portfolio Management Division. Refer to Homes NSW for contact information.

Deemed to Comply

The Deemed to Comply Product Register is a listing of products assessed as meeting the performance criteria set out in the Component Requirements. It is neither comprehensive (there are more products than listed here) nor exclusive (other products may be used provided they meet the performance criteria).

Applications for products to be assessed must be submitted using the Deemed to Comply Application Form.