BESS includes assessment tools for Buildings and Subdivisions (NEW!), created by local governments in Victoria. It assists builders and developers to show how a proposed development demonstrates sustainable design, at the planning permit stage.
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Training Courses
Undertake a BESS training course to learn how to use BESS tools and to be listed as a BESS Trained Professional. We currently have online courses available for Class 1 (Houses & Townhouses), and BESS Advanced (Apartments, Non-residential and Mixed-use development).
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For Councils
BESS tools facilitate a rigorous, consistent and streamlined approach to sustainable design assessment, saving time and effort for both council staff and the development community. Join our community of BESS subscriber councils.
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