Legislation to freeze National Construction Code tabled

The Rockliff Government is delivering on our commitment to freeze changes to the National Construction Code  to prevent national rules adding cost and unnecessary red tape to building in Tasmania.

The Building Amendment Bill 2026 has been tabled in Parliament.

Deputy Premier and Minister for Small Business, Trade and Consumer Affairs, Guy Barnett, said the Bill is critical to provide certainty for the building and construction industry, and cutting red tape of Tasmanians building a home.

“While other jurisdictions move ahead with implementing yet another round of changes to the National Construction Code this year, Tasmania is taking a different path - prioritising certainty and affordability by freezing further changes,” Minister Barnett said.

“Backed by the Housing Industry Association and Master Builders Tasmania, Tasmania has led the charge on this.

“Even the Federal Government has now acknowledged that constant NCC changes add cost and complexity to building.”

The Bill introduced today puts Tasmania in control, allowing the State to stop future red tape or cost imposed by national changes.

“We are delivering for Tasmania, ensuring our construction industry can continue to build the State’s future,” Minister Barnett said.

“This reflects a balanced approach to building regulation – one that supports current construction needs and manages future regulatory requirements appropriately and in the interests of Tasmania.”