Class 2 - Residential
High-Rise Residential Towers
Approvals typically in ~35 days
Your pool. CDC-approved. In 5 days.
"Our pool builder installed the fencing before it was inspected. Failed the barrier compliance test. Book the inspection before the fencing goes up. Not after."
NSW law requires a compliance certificate before any pool can be sold, leased, or transferred - and we issue them in 5 days.
- Pool barrier audits to AS 1926.1 - completed in one site visit
- Private CDC bypasses the council queue entirely
- Immediate entry into the NSW Swimming Pool Register
Eligibility Check
Does your pool qualify for a fast CDC?
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You missed a few requirements.
Based on your selection, your project might require an alternative approval pathway (like a DA). You are missing:
- Located in New South Wales
- Lot size over 200sqm
- Not in a heritage conservation zone
- No existing pool safety notice on the property
- Pool is in-ground or above-ground (not a portable spa-only installation)
Don't worry, we've got you.
Our experts can counsel you on alternative pathways and guide you through the process. Call us immediately for a free consultation.
Call 0421 936 489From plans to certificate.
Typical pool CDC completed in 5–10 business days.
Day 1
Submit Plans
Upload site plan, pool design drawings, and safety barrier specification.
Days 1–3
Design Review
We check setbacks, fencing compliance, drainage and hydraulic requirements.
Days 3–4
Pre-Pour Inspection
On-site steel and formwork audit before any concrete is poured.
Day 5–10
Certificate Issued
CDC signed and pool entered into the NSW Swimming Pool Register immediately.
Have a question about the process? Call us - we're happy to walk you through it.
Scope of Works
Residential Certification Services
Expert guidance and fast approvals to get your residential project out of the ground sooner.
Complying Development (CDC)
Bypass council DA delays. We assess and approve Complying Development Certificates rapidly.
Perfect for new homes, duplexes & granny flats
Approval typically in 10–15 business days
We handle all government portal lodgements
Free initial eligibility consultation
Independent expert assessmentGet a quote
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Get a fast-tracked quote from a licensed NSW certifier. Most clients hear back within 2 hours.
Select your project type
See the exact documents needed. No guesswork, no endless lists.
Site / Survey Plan
From your licensed surveyor - showing pool location and boundaries
Pool Design Drawings
From your pool contractor - plan, section, and dimensions
Structural Engineering Report
Required for in-ground pools - from a structural engineer
Hydraulic / Drainage Plan
Stormwater management and pool backwash discharge plan
Pool Safety Barrier Design
Showing fencing height, gate positions, latch specs, and non-climbable zones
Missing something? Don't worry — we can help source it.
Start your applicationWhere We Provide This Service
No.1 Building Services provides fast, unrestricted certification across the following regions. Explore our interactive coverage map.
South West SydneyGreater Western & North West SydneyCity & Inner WestParramatta & Central WestNorthern & BeachesEastern SuburbsSt George & SutherlandNewcastle & The Lower Hunter
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Certification Capabilities
Recent Swimming Pools & Safety Barriers we've certified
Class 1 & 2 - Residential
Custom Luxury Homes & Duplexes
CDCs typically in ~14 days
Class 10b - Residential
Swimming Pools & Minor Structures
CDCs typically in ~5 days
Pool certification - your questions answered.
Yes - most residential pools in NSW qualify for a private CDC, which bypasses council. We can confirm eligibility for your specific lot in a free 10-minute call.
Yes. We issue pool compliance certificates for existing pools once we inspect and confirm the barrier meets AS 1926.1 standards.
Under SEPP Housing 2021, pools generally require a minimum 1m setback from side and rear boundaries. The exact requirement depends on your zone and lot size.
For a standard residential pool, 5–10 business days from receiving your plans. Complex or heritage-adjacent sites may take slightly longer.
Yes - NSW requires a minimum 1.2m barrier height under AS 1926.1, with specific rules on gate latch heights, hinge positions, and non-climbable zones within 900mm of the pool.
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We'll review your project details and get back to you within 24 hours.
Unrestricted certifiers
Your project is reviewed directly by NSW-accredited certifiers - no middlemen.