In this episode of The Residential Developer Podcast, host Nathan Battishall tackles a challenge that many in the property space are coming unstuck on: the mandatory 7-star thermal rating in New South Wales. 

Introduced in the NCC 2022, this regulation has changed the game, making the old method of simply placing a project home on a block no longer viable. Nathan explains that achieving this rating is now a non-negotiable part of the approval process. He breaks down the simple climate design principles, like property orientation and glazing, that are now critical for both compliance and thermal comfort. 

This episode serves as an essential introduction for any developer looking to understand how to meet the 7-star standard without making their project financially unfeasible

Topics: 

✅ The New 7-Star Rating Mandate 

✅ Why Property Orientation is Critical 

✅ Balancing Glazing, Views & Cost 

✅ Yield Assessment vs. Solar Compliance 

✅ Smart Design Over Expensive Fixes 

✅ Working with a Thermal Assessor

Connect with Nathan Battishall:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanbattishall/

Website: https://duplexbuildingdesign.com/

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