How to minimise liability in green building design

摘要

As yet there are no reported cases in Australia concerning liability for failing to achieve green outcomes in building design. However, as sustainability considerations are becoming more common, the financial consequences of failing to meet green outcomes will be felt on a grander scale and, with it, the likelihood of litigation in this area will increase.rnFollowing are some practical tips to minimise the risk of a designer being held liable for failure to achieve green outcomes.