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Compliance & Regulation
August 4, 2026

DBP Act Explained: A Strata Committee's Guide

What the Design and Building Practitioners Act means for your strata building — duties, deadlines, penalties and who pays. Written for owners corporation committees.

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July 8, 2026

What to Expect During Your Building's Waterproofing Works

A resident's guide to waterproofing works: the 8–14 week timeline, door removal and hoarding, flood testing, and how finished areas are handed back.

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July 8, 2026

What to Expect During Your Building's Concrete Repairs

What concrete repairs involve for residents: breakout noise, exclusion zones, the seven-step repair sequence, who pays, and what happens after handover.

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July 1, 2026

Strata Defect Rectification in Sydney: How to Go from Engineer's Report to Completed Repairs

Your strata building has a defect report — now what? Learn the 5-stage rectification process, how to evaluate contractors, what it costs, and how NSW law shapes your options. Updated for July 2026 SBBIS and DBP Act changes.

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June 30, 2026

Masonry Repair for Sydney Strata Buildings: How to Assess Damage and Choose the Right Fix

Learn how to identify masonry damage in Sydney strata buildings, understand repair options and costs, and evaluate contractor quotes. A strata committee's guide to repointing, brick replacement, and crack stitching.

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June 24, 2026

Concrete Restoration in Sydney: What Strata Buildings Need to Know in 2026

Concrete restoration for Sydney strata buildings: the 5-stage process, costs from $100K–$1.5M+, how it differs from patch repair, and why it saves your building money long-term.

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June 22, 2026

Concrete Repair Cost in Sydney: What Strata Buildings Actually Pay in 2026

Concrete repair costs for Sydney strata buildings in 2026: $250–$1,500/m² depending on severity. See real budget breakdowns, hidden cost drivers, and how to compare quotes.

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June 19, 2026

Building Envelope Repair in Sydney: What Your Strata Committee Needs to Know

Your strata building's envelope keeps weather out. When sealant joints fail, water gets in and costs compound. Learn what envelope repair involves and what it costs in 2026.

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June 17, 2026

DBP Act July 2026: What Changes for Class 3 and 9c Buildings on Day One

From 1 July 2026, remedial work on Class 3 and 9c buildings requires DBP-registered contractors, PI insurance, and Planning Portal lodgement. Here's what changes.

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June 12, 2026

When Does Your Strata Building Need Remedial Works? 7 Triggers Every Sydney Committee Should Know

Not sure when your strata building needs remedial works? Here are 7 triggers that tell Sydney committees it's time to act — including NSW 2026 law changes.

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June 10, 2026

Your Strata Engineer's Report Arrived — Here's What Happens Next

Got your strata building's engineer report? Here's the 7-stage process from defect report to completed remedial works — with NSW 2026 compliance steps.

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June 5, 2026

Concrete Cracks in Strata Buildings: What Every Type Means and When to Act

Not all concrete cracks are serious. Learn how to identify structural vs cosmetic cracks in your strata building, what each type means, and when to call a specialist in Sydney.

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June 3, 2026

How to Choose a DBP-Registered Remedial Contractor for Class 3 and 9c Buildings

From July 2026, Class 3 and 9c buildings need DBP-registered contractors for remedial work. Here's how to verify credentials, assess experience, and choose the right builder before the deadline.

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