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ExclusiveClare BurnettMon 07 Apr 25

Developers, Builders Ruled Responsible for Defect Liability

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A High Court decision has deeply changed defect liability in New South Wales. 

As a result of the decision, developers and head contractors will carry 100 per cent of the liability for the full 10-year defect period. 

It is a  “a significant increase in exposure [for developers and head contractors]”, according to Hamilton Locke partner Veno Panicker.

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