A number of changes were recently made to the Residential Building Work Contracts and Dispute Resolution Act 2016 that give more options for parties seeking to resolve building disputes.
One of these options is the informal mediation of disputes. Mediation can be arranged by the Director of Building Control and is designed to encourage a negotiated agreement. Reasonable steps to resolve the issue must have already been attempted before applying for mediation.
Mediation in building disputes can provide the following benefits:
- It is often cheaper and quicker than litigation
- It allows for customised solutions that might not be possible through court rulings
- It can help maintain professional relationships by encouraging cooperative problem-solving rather than confrontational conflict
A flyer containing a QR code to the CBOS page on mediation is attached to this email. Please print and display this flyer in an appropriate location if you think this may be beneficial to customers/clients/the community.
For more information on the mediation of residential building disputes, including how to apply, please visit the CBOS website or email us at CBOS.info@justice.tas.gov.au.
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