Livable Housing Design: final stage now in force
From 1 October 2026, all new building work in Tasmania must comply with Part H8 Livable Housing Design of NCC Volume Two, unless exempt. This is the final stage of the requirements coming into force.
What do the final Livable Housing Design rules mean for my building work in Tasmania?
Tasmanian builders, carpenters and designers must now include livable housing features in all new work unless exempt. Plans, quotes and builds need to meet Part H8 from today.
Key takeaways
- Part H8 Livable Housing Design of NCC Volume Two is now fully in force in Tasmania.
- The final stage started on 1 October 2026.
- All new building work in Tasmania must comply with every requirement of Part H8.
- Only work that is exempt is excused from the Part H8 requirements.
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