ASBEC recommends that proposed changes relating to energy efficiency provisions for residential buildings are removed from the draft NCC 2016, and that:

1. More rigorous modelling and further work is carried to ensure consistency of output under the proposed verification method;
2. There is a clearly identified and funded administrative function to oversee assessments under any new proposed verification method;
3. Thorough industry consultation is undertaken to ensure that the proposed changes are effective and policy neutral.

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