Quantity Surveyor Blog

Shared Facilities Register: Identifying a Well-Written Register
In strata-building management committees, shared facilities are the backbone of communal living. These common areas such as shared parking, pedestrian accessways or plant rooms, require clear and structured management to prevent disputes between lot owners and ensure...

Hello 2025, from Archi-QS!
As we usher in the new year, we at Archi-QS are thrilled to step into another year of innovation, collaboration and excellence. This milestone offers us the perfect opportunity to reintroduce ourselves, reflect on our journey, and look forward to the year ahead as...

Understanding the NABERS Embodied Emissions Materials Report
Embodied carbon accounted for 16% of the whole-of-life carbon footprint of Australia's buildings in 2019. To address and reduce this impact, the NSW Government introduced the Embodied Emissions Material Statement. This requirement is part of a comprehensive policy...

Understanding the New Requirements for State Significant Developments with an In-fill Affordable Housing Component
Did you know that the Planning Secretary now mandates a new report prepared by a registered quantity surveyor for any State Significant Development (SSD) with an in-fill affordable housing component? This new report, known as the CIV and Employment Estimates, is a...

Navigating ATO Tax Dates: Your 2024 Guide
As we dive into another tax year, it's essential to stay up-to-date with key ATO deadlines. This helps ensure compliance and prevents any last-minute scrambles. Let's explore the important tax cutoffs for individuals and businesses in 2024. Important Dates for...

Enhancing Safety: Our Comprehensive Suite of Services
Safety reports play a pivotal role in the strata industry, especially in New South Wales, where stringent regulations and standards safeguard workplace and occupant safety. These reports serve as essential tools for assessing, managing, and mitigating risks inherent...

The Vital Role of Child Lock Safety Audits in Australia
Did you know that on average, each year, up to 10 children are admitted on hospitals after falling from a window in NSW? To remediate that and decrease this statistic, in 2018 the window locks became mandatory as per the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015. In a world...

How Can We Help You as a Developer?
Building a new development is always a big endeavour and involves many steps and stakeholders. Each stage of the process is full of requirements, documentation, and it’s important to know how the whole process happens so you can plan yourself for the adventure!...

Planning Reform for Council Cost Reports: Everything You Need to Know
The NSW Government has remodelled the method for estimating development costs, aiming to simplify and increase transparency. These revisions are based on recommendations outlined in the Independent Commission Against Corruption's Operation Dasha report, with the goal...

Building Legislation Amendment Bill 2023: Key Highlights
We’re excited to share the latest development in building legislation: the recent passage of the Building Legislation Amendment Bill 2023. This bill represents a significant stride by the NSW Government towards enhancing standards in the building and construction...