State-wide Flood Hazard Code Amendment
HIA has responded to a proposed State-wide Flood Hazard Code Amendment in South Australia, welcoming reduced application of the Hazards Flooding Overlay due to improved flood mapping.
How will SA's new Flood Hazard Code Amendment affect building sites and approvals?
Builders and developers in SA may face fewer flood overlay restrictions on sites, potentially reducing compliance costs and delays on affected projects.
Key takeaways
- SA is proposing changes to its State-wide Flood Hazard Code that affect where flood overlays apply.
- HIA supports the amendment, citing better flood studies and mapping as the basis for reduced restrictions.
- Fewer properties may be subject to the Hazards Flooding Overlay under the proposed changes.
- Builders in SA should monitor the amendment as it could affect site assessments and development approvals.
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