Australia: Civil Law

A recent NSW Supreme Court decision examines whether the 10-year statutory limitation period on building defect claims can be extended for contribution claims, and whether parties can amend pleadings on the final day before the limitation period expires.

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A recent NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal decision establishes that owners corporations seeking work orders for building defects must now provide complete regulated designs as part of their evidence, not merely prove that defects exist. This ruling significantly raises the evidentiary bar and upfront costs for strata schemes pursuing rectification orders under the Home Building Act.