Before you apply

Before commencing your application to become a registered developer with the New Homes Quality Board, please watch this short video. It contains important guidance that will help you complete the application correctly.

Read the full New Homes Quality Code to understand what it requires registered developers to do, and how customers are protected by the Code.

Homebuyer resources

Your guide to buying a new home

From reservation fees and optional extras to pre-completion inspections, this guide covers everything you need to consider when buying a new build home.

A homeowner guide to snagging

What is snagging? What’s the difference between a snag and a defect, and what can you do about it? Our guide has the answers.

Pre-completion Inspection Checklist (House)

For homebuyers who have opted to carry out the pre‑completion inspection themselves, please download and use this checklist to inspect a house.

Pre-completion Inspection Checklist (Apartment)

For homebuyers who have opted to carry out the pre‑completion inspection themselves, please download and use this checklist to inspect an apartment.