As of 1 March 2021 building and construction contractors in New South Wales can make a claim for their work under the Building And Construction Industry Security Of Payment Act 1999 (NSW) against owner occupiers for work carried out at the residence where the home owner resides or intends to reside.

To be precise, the Security Of Payment Act NSW now applies to building and construction contracts entered into on or after 1 March 2021.

This is a vital development for contractors dealing with disputes and slow payment, and non payment who have carried out building and construction work for people in the homes they reside in or intend to reside in.

There are some crucial steps and details to follow to ensure that your claim is validly made under the Building & Construction Industry Security Of Payment Act 1999 (NSW) so that you are successful at adjudication and we will help you navigate those steps and details to ensure you progress through the process with confidence.

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