Summary of the inspections
In the Mid North Coast region, we conducted inspections and compliance checks for building quality in residential construction in April 2025.
Building Commission NSW inspectors focused on all aspects of compliance for Class 1 and Class 2 building sites. This included defects, signage, licence checks, supervision and specialist installations of heat pumps, battery and electrical installations.
Regions visited
We inspected sites along the Mid North Coast, including:
- Port Macquarie
- South West Rocks
- Lake Cathie
- Taree
- Forster
Site visits and inspection totals
16
Inspectors
88
Total inspections
72
Total sites
Defects and penalities
The majority of Penalty Infringement Notices related to unlicensed work and unlicensed contracting.
44
Class 1 defects
5
Class 2 defects
8
Draft rectification orders
55
Electrical defects
19
Penalty Infringement Notices issued
14
Penalty Infringement Notices for unlicensed work and contracting
4
Penalty Infringement Notices for signage offences
1
Penalty Infringement Notice for a non-compliant device