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Your submission must include all the items in the following checklist. It is recommended you check you have digital files on your computer for each of the items below. You can modify and revisit your submission at any time prior to submitting the entry. All online entries must be finalised and paid for by the closing date.

PROJECT DETAILS

  • Includes date of completion, owner details, value of site works, final cost and sqm of project.

PROJECT PROMOTION DESCRIPTION

  • Submit a description of at least 60 words about your entry

WRITTEN SUBMISSION

Your written submission forms an integral part of your entry. It is your opportunity to explain the features, benefits and HIA GreenSmart principles that you have incorporated into the home.

Your written submission must address the following:

  1.  Each of the judging criteria for the category entered. Judging criteria can be downloaded from GreenSmart.Awards
  2.  Evidence of HIA GreenSmart principles incorporated in the housing project and their estimated costs
  3.  Benefits derived from implementing HIA GreenSmart principles in the design, construction and promotion of the project
  4.  Evidence of site conditions and site management practices undertaken before, during and after works.

Can be uploaded as word doc or pdf.

STAMPED APPROVED PLANS

Plans should indicate the particular HIA GreenSmart practices included in the design or building. All plans must show North point. Renovation / Adddition must include plans showing old and new work.

Plans to be uploaded are limited to:

  1.  Floor Plan
  2.  Site Plan
  3.  Elevations 

Third party certification

  • Evidence of energy efficiency certifications eg. NatHERS certificate, BASIX certificate, Green Building Council, Passive House certification, eTool, or other certification. More points will be awarded for third party certifications with robust quality assurance procedures.

Certificate of Occupancy or equivalent Completion Certificate

 

PROJECT PRICE

  • Copy of the page of the contract that states the price with the client’s signature. Include a summary of variations with client signature where appropriate. Include any works by owner or others (if applicable) to give the complete cost of the project.
  • Display home category only – supply sales brochure and price list.

LIST OF MATERIALS

  • Description of internal and external materials; including manufacturer, colours and special features.

HIGH RESOLUTION PHOTOGRAPHS

  • Upload 10-15 images showing standout features and environmentally-friendly aspects relevant to the category entered.
  • Photos must be high resolution, landscape oriented and a minimum 300dpi in jpg or tiff format.
  • Renovation / Addition must include four before photos.
  • Images are used to promote winners and finalists. Professional quality images should be provided at time of entry.