1.1 Construction Standards

The Office of Housing constructs a significant number of properties each year for the use of public and community housing. The Construction Standards outline the level of amenity required for new Office of Housing properties and provides the policy framework for Office of Housing construction, redevelopment, and design and construct activities.

The standards provide, where topography and location allow, a level of adaptability to enable access and provide amenity for clients with a disability, including those in a wheelchair, and to facilitate modification if required in the future.

The Construction Standards have been developed in order to meet legal and Office of Housing and reflect best practice in the low cost housing construction industry in recognition of the need to achieve maximum benefit from available funds.

Construction Standards (PDF Size 941KB, Pages 82)