New South Wales Code of Practice For Plumbing and Drainage Third Editions 2006

New South Wales Code of Practice
Plumbing and Drainage
Produced by
Committee on Uniformity of Plumbing
and Drainage Regulations in NSW
(CUPDR)
1 July 2006
NSW Code of Practice for Plumbing and Drainage 3rd Edition 2006
PREFACE
This Code was prepared by the Committee on Uniformity of Plumbing and
Drainage in New South Wales (CUPDR), to provide uniform administrative
and technical requirements for the installation of plumbing and drainage in
NSW.
This Code replaces the New South Wales Code of Practice: Plumbing and
Drainage, Edition No 2 July 1999.
This Code adopts the National Plumbing and Drainage Code AS/NZS
3500:2003 and amendments and Part 5 2000, with New South Wales
variations and additional provisions as set out in this Code.
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1 July 2006
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PREFACE
PREFACE
CONTENTS
PART A INTRODUCTION
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SCOPE AND APPLICATION

1.1 SCOPE
1.2 PAST CODES OF PRACTICE
1.3 PREPARATION OF THIS CODE
1.4 AUTHORITIES, AREAS OF OPERATION AND ACTS
1.5 AMENDMENTS TO THIS CODE
1.6 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
1.7 MODIFICATION OF APPROVED PLUMBING AND DRAINAGE
1.8 DEFINITIONS
1.9 INTERPRETATION
1.10 PERFORMANCE CODES
1.11 RESPONSIBILITY FOR DESIGN OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE
1.12 MAINTENANCE
1.13 CUPDR CIRCULARS
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PART B ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

1 GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE
1.2 PERSONS PERMITTED TO CARRY OUT WORK
1.3 PERMITS TO CONNECT/CARRY OUT PLUMBING OR DRAINAGE
1.3.1 Issue Of Permits
1.3.2 Work Not In Accordance With Permit
1.3.3 Alteration Of Permitted Work
1.4 PERFORMANCE OF WORK
1.5 EMERGENCY WORK
1.6 AS COMPLETED PLANS
1.7 INSPECTION BY THE AUTHORITY
1.8 INSTALLATIONS AND MATERIALS NOT MENTIONED
1.9 SERVICES IN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY
1.10 LARGE OR COMPLEX INSTALLATIONS
1.11 MATERIALS, FITTINGS AND FIXTURES
1.12 RETENTION OF EXISTING WORK
1.13 DISUSED SERICES (WATER/DRAINAGE)
1.14 INDEMNITY
2 WATER SERVICES FROM RETICULATED SUPPLY
2.1 SCOPE
2.2 GENERAL
2.2.1 Fire Service Installation
2.2.2 Fire Hose Reels
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2.2.3 Storage Tank Fire Sprinkler System

2.2.4 Sealing Of Fire Services
2.2.5 Fire Service Usage Monitoring
2.2.6 Booster Pumps For Fire Services
2.2.7 Work Of Irrigation
2.2.8 Water Services DN 32 Or Greater
2.2.9 Cross-Connection Control And Backflow Prevention Devices
2.2.10 Meters
2.2.11 Privately Owned Meters
2.2.12 Joint (Or Split) Property Services
2.2.13 Multiple Occupancy
2.3 DRINKING WATER
2.3.1 Temporary Construction Site Services And Vacant Land
2.3.2 Temporary Extended/Joint-Multiple Non-Standard Water Services
2.3.3 Installation of Drinking Water Storage Tanks
2.3.4 Maintenance of Water Storage Tanks
2.4 NON-DRINKING WATER INSTALLATIONS
2.4.1 Permitted Use
2.4.2 Installation Procedures in Non-Drinking Water (Recycled Water) Areas
2.5 INSTALLATION OF PUMPS
3 ON-SITE WATER SERVICES WHERE A RETICULATED WATER SUPPLY
IS INSTALLED
3.1 RAINWATER HARVESTING
3.1.1 General
3.1.2 Rainwater Use
3.1.3 Single Domestic Premises
3.1.4 Installations Other Than Single Domestic Premises
3.1.5 Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention
3.1.6 Maintenance
3.1.7 Rainwater Tank Top-Up Facilities
3.2 ON-SITE GREYWATER DIVERSION SYSTEMS AND RECLAIMED
WATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS SINGLE RESIDENTIAL
DWELLINGS
3.2.1 Scope
3.2.2 Permitted Re-Use
3.2.3 General Requirements
3.2.4 Approvals Required
3.2.5 Installation Requirements
3.2.6 Backflow Prevention
3.2.7 Maintenance Requirements
3.2.8 Diversion or Treatment System Top-Up Facilities
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3.3 RECLAIMED WATER DIVERSION OR TREATMENT SYSTEMS

MULTI OCCUPANCY RESIDENTIAL
3.3.1 Scope
3.3.2 Permitted Use
3.3.3 General Requirements
3.3.4 Approvals Required
3.3.5 Installation Requirements
3.3.6 Backflow Prevention
3.3.7 Maintenance Requirements
3.3.8 Diversion or Treatment System Top-Up Facilities
SANITARY PLUMBING AND SANITARY DRAINAGE
4.1 SCOPE
4.3 REDUCED GRADE IN SANITARY DRAINS
4.3.1 Drains Laid at Less Than Reduced Grade
4.3.2 Drains in Deep or Wide Trenches
4.4 TIDAL OR WATER CHARGED CONNECTIONS
4.5 CONNECTION OF UNDERGROUND STRUCTURES
4.6 LOCATION OF THE POINT OF CONNECTION TO THE SEWER
4.7 DISCHARGE TO SEWER
4.8 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SEWAGE PUMPING
4.9 JOINTS BETWEEN SANITARY DRAINAGE AND SANITARY
PLUMBING
4.10 MULTIPLE OCCUPANCY
4.11 LIQUID TRADE WASTE
4.11.1 Food Waste Disposal Units
4.11.2 Arrestors and Special Pits
STORMWATER DRAINAGE
5.1 SCOPE
5.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
5.3 PLANS AND DETAILS
HEATED WATER SYSTEMS
6.1 SCOPE
6.3 INSTALLATIONS NOT DETAILED IN THIS CODE
MOVEABLE DWELLINGS
7.1 SCOPE
7.2 RELOCATABLE HOMES
7.3 SHORT-TERM RESIDENCE
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PART C TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1
SCOPE
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1.2 STANDARD
1.3 NSW VARIATIONS AND ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS TO
AS/NZS 3500
PREFACE
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NSW VARIATIONS AND ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS TO

AS/NZS 3500
PART 1: WATER SERVICES
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SECTION 2
SECTION 3
SECTION 4
MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS

SIZING OF WATER SERVICES
CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL AND BACKFLOW
PREVENTION
INSTALLATION OF COLD WATER SERVICES
FIRE SERVICES
IRRIGATION AND LAWN WATERING SYSTEMS
WATER STORAGE TANKS
NON-DRINKING WATER SERVICES
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ON-SITE GREYWATER SERVICES

WATER FOR SANITARY FLUSHING
PUMPS
WATER REQUIREMENTS FOR HAEMODIALYSIS
MACHINES
INSTALLATION OF WATER METERS
INSTALLATION OF WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS FROM
RAINWATER TANKS
MULTI-UNIT DEVELOPMENTS
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SECTION 6
SECTION 7
SECTION 8
SECTION 9
NSW
SECTION 9A
SECTION 10
SECTION 11
SECTION 12
SECTION 13
SECTION 14
SECTION 15
PART 2: SANITARY PLUMBING AND DRAINAGE

SECTION 2
SECTION 3
SECTION 4
SECTION 5
SECTION 6

DRAINAGE DESIGN
DRAINAGE SYSTEM
EXCAVATION BEDDING SUPPORT AND BACKFILLING
GENERAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FOR SANITARY
PLUMBING SYSTEMS
GENERAL INSTALLATION OF PIPEWORK
PUMPED DISCHARGE
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SECTION 10
NSW
SECTION 10A ON-SITE GREYWATER DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
SECTION 11 FIXTURES AND APPLIANCES
NSW
SECTION 14 LIQUID TRADE WASTE
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SECTION 1
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SCOPE AND GENERAL
PREFACE
PART 4: HEATED WATER SERVICES
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SECTION 1
SECTION 2
SECTION 3
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SECTION 4
SECTION 5
SECTION 6
SCOPE AND GENERAL

CROSS-CONNECTION AND BACKFLOW PREVENTION
AND THERMOSTATIC MIXING VALVES
INSTALLATION OF COLD AND HEATED WATER PIPING
AND CONTROLS
INSTALLATION OF WATER HEATERS GENERAL
REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION OF SOLAR WATER HEATERS
REFERENCED DOCUMENTS
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APPENDICES
APPENDIX 1
Application for Plumbing and Drainage Permits and

Certificate of Compliance Forms
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APPENDIX II Inspection Testing and Maintenance Report for Backflow

Prevention Devices and Registered Air Gaps
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APPENDIX III Commissioning/Maintenance Report for Thermostatic

Mixing Valves
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PREFACE
PART A
INTRODUCTION
PART A
PART A - INTRODUCTION
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SCOPE AND APPLICATION
1.1
SCOPE
1) This Code is called the New South Wales Code of Practice for Plumbing and Drainage. It
gives the regulatory requirements in New South Wales for work carried out on:
(i)
Water services drinking and non-drinking;
(ii)
Rainwater tank supply systems;
(iii)
Sanitary plumbing and drainage including septic tanks;
(iv)
Greywater reuse plumbing systems;
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Stormwater drainage;
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Heated water services; and
(vii) Recycled water systems
when referenced into the Authorities Acts and Regulations.
2) These regulatory requirements are for administrators, plumbing Licensees, developers and
property owners/occupiers.
3) Regulatory authorities have other written requirements in Acts and Regulations. These
shall also be read and followed.
NOTE: Sanitary plumbing and drainage in this Code also applies to the work of sanitary plumbing
and drainage connected to a septic tank system. Refer to Clause 21 Local Government (General)
Regulation 2005.
1.2
PAST CODES OF PRACTICE
Past Codes of Practice will no longer be in effect for plumbing and drainage work
commenced after 1 July 2006. All worked commenced after 1 July 2006 shall be carried out
to the requirements of this Code.
Work commenced prior to 1 July 2006 shall be carried out either to the requirements of the
past NSW Code of Practice July 1999 or this Code.
This commencement date may be varied in the Authorities Regulations and advice should be
sought as to the commencement date in the area of operation of the respective regulators.
1.3
PREPARATION OF THIS CODE
This Code was written by the Committee on the Uniformity of Plumbing and Drainage
Regulation in New South Wales (CUPDR). The CUPDR has representatives from the
following bodies:
Department of Energy, Utilities and Sustainability

Sydney Water Corporation
Hunter Water Corporation
PART A
Country Energy
Department of Local Government
Department of Health
Office of Fair Trading
NSW TAFE
Department of Planning
Observer Members:
The following bodies have representatives as observers and together form a reference group
for the CUPDR:
Institute of Plumbing
Master Plumbers and Mechanical Contractors Association of NSW
The Association of Hydraulic Services Consultants Australia
Water Directorate.
1.4
AUTHORITIES, AREAS OF OPERATION AND ACTS
The following list outlines the Authorities to which this Code applies, their area of operation
and the Acts under which they operate:
1) Sydney Water Act 1994 - Greater Sydney, Illawarra and Wollongong bounded by and
including the Local Government areas of Kiama, Wingecarribee (Part), Wollondilly, City
of Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury City, Hornsby and thence the southern bank of the
Hawkesbury River eastwards (including islands within Pittwater Local Government area)
and thence the Tasman Sea southward.
2) Hunter Water Act 1991 the Cities of Cessnock, Newcastle, Maitland and Lake
Macquarie, the Shire of Port Stephens and those parts of the Shire of Singleton described
in the Act.
3) The Water Management Act 2000
(i)
(ii)
The Water Authorities are:

- The Council of the City of Gosford
- The Council of the Shire of Wyong
- Cobar Water Board
- Country Energy
- Fish River Water Supply
The areas of operation are:
- The Council of the City of Gosford and the Council of the Shire of Wyong
their areas under the Local Government Act 1993;
- Cobar Water Board and Fish River Water Supply as defined in the Water
Management Act 2000;
- Country Energy the City of Broken Hill, Villages of Menindee and Sunset
Strip, catchment areas of Stephens Creek and Umberumberka Reservoir and
water consumers on land adjoining the Menindee Broken Hill rising main and
Umberumberka-Broken Hill rising main.
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4) The Local Government Act 1993. The Water and Sewerage Authorities under this Act are
the Cities, Municipalities, Shires and County Councils of New South Wales which operate
a public water supply or sewerage scheme under the Local Government Act 1993. In
Local Government areas where water supply and sewerage services are not provided by
authorities operating under the abovementioned Acts, the prior approval of the local
council is required under the Local Government Act 1993 for any plumbing work
involving water supply, sewerage or stormwater drainage.
Local Government is a consent authority under the Environmental Planning and
Assessment Act 1979. In this Code Local Government is referred to as the Local
Government Authority when performing these planning functions.
1.5
AMENDMENTS TO THIS CODE
1) Amendments to Parts A and B of this Code shall be published in the Government Gazette.
2) Amendments to AS/NZS 3500:2003 for adoption in Part C of this Code require the
agreement of the CUPDR.
3) Amendments to AS/NZS 3500:2003 accepted by CUPDR shall also be published in the
Government Gazette.
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TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
Under the current institutional arrangements in New South Wales, each Authority is the
regulator for plumbing and drainage in its area of operation.
In order to simplify the oversight of plumbing and drainage in New South Wales, the
technical requirements of this Code are based on AS/NZS 3500 and the specific requirements
of Sydney Water Corporation.
It is recognised that local conditions vary throughout the state and Authorities may wish to
vary the technical requirements. Authorities can apply to the CUPDR for an amendment to
the technical requirements to suit local conditions. These amendments shall be published in
circulars.
1.7
MODIFICATION OF APPROVED PLUMBING AND DRAINAGE
An Authority can direct a property owner to modify existing approved plumbing and drainage
to comply with the current Code of Practice where it is deemed necessary to protect public
health and safety.
1.8
DEFINITIONS
1) Code means the New South Wales Code of Practice for Plumbing and Drainage 3rd
Edition 2006 unless a different Code is specified.
2) AS/NZS 3500 means the Australian Standard AS/NZS 3500:2003 and amendments and
Part 5 2000.
3) Authority means one of the bodies referred to in Clause 1.4 of this Code. An Authority
may be a Water and/or Sewerage Supply Agency, a Plumbing Regulator or all.
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4) Licensee means a person who holds either:

(i)
an endorsed licence (i.e. a contractor licence with a Q shown on the bottom

right-hand corner) issued by the Office of Fair Trading authorising the holder to
carry out the work covered in this Code; or
(ii)
a qualified supervisor certificate issued by the Office of Fair Trading authorising

the holder to carry out the work covered in this Code.
5) Local Government Authority means a local council constituted under the Local
Government Act 1993.
6) For definitions of other terms in this Code see the Acts and Regulations of the Authorities
and AS/NZS 3500.0:2003.
1.9
INTERPRETATION
If any terms used in this Code do not match these definitions, the Acts, Regulations and
AS/NZS 3500:2003 take precedence.
Where a difficulty arises in the interpretation of this Code, the Authority shall resolve the
issue.
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PERFORMANCE CODES
Australian Standard AS/NZS 3500:2003 provides plumbing and drainage solutions that will
satisfy the performance requirements outlined in the Plumbing Code of Australia. The
Plumbing Code of Australia has been prepared by the National Plumbing Regulators Forum
(NPRF). The NPRF at the time of writing is a cooperative arrangement between all
Australian jurisdictions but has no legal standing.
The NSW Government, through the CUPDR, supports in principle, the introduction of
performance codes. This Code provides additional plumbing solutions in Part C.
If alternative solutions are proposed by a licensee, each Authority is responsible for
determining acceptance in their area of operation. In the case of country New South Wales,
this is at the direction of the Department of Local Government.
1.11
RESPONSIBILITY FOR DESIGN OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE
1) This Code sets out the minimum requirements for the work of plumbing and drainage.
The Authority does not accept any responsibility for:
design;
operation;
performance;
adequacy of flow; or
failure of any installation.
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2) Compliance with this Code does not necessarily ensure satisfactory operation. The
Licensee shall be responsible for carrying out any additional work to ensure satisfactory
operation.
1.12
MAINTENANCE
It is the property owners responsibility to maintain the plumbing and drainage works on the
property and to comply with any specific maintenance requirements referred to in this Code.
The Licensee shall provide written advice on the specific and general maintenance
requirements for the property owner/agent.
1.13
CUPDR CIRCULARS
The CUPDR may issue Circulars to deal with arising issues such as new additions and
amendments of AS/NZS 3500 and such Circulars shall become part of this Code and
enforceable as if in the original Code.
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PART B
ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
PART B
PART B ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

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GENERAL
1.1
SCOPE
This section sets out the general administrative requirements to be followed for the work of
plumbing and drainage.
1.2
PERSONS PERMITTED TO CARRY OUT WORK
1) A Licensee.
2) A person under the immediate supervision and control of a Licensee.
3) A person under the general supervision and subject to the control of a Licensee, but only
if that person has a Trade Persons Certificate issued by the Office of Fair Trading
authorising that person to carry out that work.
NOTE: An Authority may permit the changing of tap washers and fitting of water saving devices by
the property owner or occupier, within its area of operations.
1.3
PERMITS TO CONNECT/CARRY OUT PLUMBING OR DRAINAGE
1) No work except as provided in Clause 1.5 of this Code for an emergency is to be carried
out without a Permit and approval of the relevant Authority.
2) In areas where plumbing work is regulated under the Local Government Act 1993 a
Council may impose a Permit requirement as a condition of council approval for
plumbing work.
3) Application for a Permit, where required, shall be made in the form of Appendix 1.
4) An application for a Permit shall be made at least two (2) working days prior to the
commencement of the work.
5) The application shall not contain false or misleading information. It shall be completed in
full. It shall detail all proposed work to be carried out.
6) Fees and/or charges required by the Authority shall be paid prior to the issue of a Permit
prior to commencing work.
7) Fees and/or charges required by any other authority affected by the work shall also be
paid prior to the issue of a Permit.
8) The issue of a permit under this Code does not supersede the requirement to obtain
approval, under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993, to carry out plumbing and
drainage work where the Local Government Authority is the approving Authority under
the Act.
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PART B
Issue of permits
Permits are issued in accordance with the Authorities Acts/Regulations. The Authority may
issue a permit after:
(i)
it has received an application;
(ii)
it is satisfied with the details supplied in the application; and
(iii)
the fees and/or charges for the application have been paid.
Permits to do work of plumbing or drainage may be in the form of permit lodgement and
approval by the Authority, written approval to do work, receipt for work to be carried out or
any other form required by the Authority.
The Authority may:
(i)
refuse to issue a Permit;
(ii)
require additional information before issuing a Permit; and/or
(iii)
impose conditions on a Permit; and/or
(iv)
revoke a Permit upon such grounds as it may consider proper, with right of appeal by
the affected party.
1.3.2
Work not in accordance with Permit
Where the conditions of the Permit have not been met, the Authority may order that the
installation be either:
(i)
disconnected and removed, or
(ii)
rectified within the time specified in the order, or
(iii)
disconnection, removal or rectification may be done by the Authority and charged

back to the property owner.
1.3.3
Alteration of permitted work
Work shall be carried out according to the provisions of the Permit. Authorisation of the
Authority is needed before alteration of the work is permitted.
1.4
PERFORMANCE OF WORK
1) The Licensee shall carry out the work according to:

(i)
the Authoritys Acts and Regulations;
(ii)
the terms of the Permit issued;
(iii)
the provisions of the licence issued by the Office of Fair Trading;
(iv)
the provisions of this Code; and

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(v)
any conditions or directions of the Authority.
2) The Licensee shall perform work as follows:

(i)
using only authorised materials;
(ii)
taking all necessary safety precautions; and
(iii)
in a tradesperson-like manner.
3) The Licensee shall also:

(i)
check with the property owner or Agent that the proposed appearance of the
intended installation is satisfactory before commencing work;
(ii)
check the position of easements and services belonging to any Authority before
starting work;
(iii)
prevent damage to any easements and services belonging to any Authority. If any
damage occurs, the Licensee shall immediately notify the responsible Authority;
(iv)
produce the Permit issued for the work in question when the Authority requests it;
(v)
correct or remove any work that does not comply with the regulations as directed
by the Authority;
(vi)
ensure that during any choke clearing operation of a private sewerage service that
foreign materials, substances or other matter other than sewage, is not flushed,
washed or forced into the Authoritys sewerage system;
(vii)
submit an As Completed Plan as outlined in Clause 1.6 of this Code if required

by the Authority; and
(viii) notify the Authority at completion of work, complete and issue a Certificate of
Compliance where required by Authorities in their areas of operation. This shall
be submitted within two (2) working days of completion of the work. A copy shall
be issued to both the Authority and to the property owner/occupier.
Licensees are required to make reference to the Building Code of Australia (BCA) where
plumbing works impact on the building structure.
1.5
EMERGENCY WORK
1) Emergency work is when a job needs to be done to:

(i)
stop water wastage and/or damage; or
(ii)
clear blocked pipes; or
(iii)
protect public health and safety.
2) Emergency work may be carried out by a Licensee without first obtaining a Permit.
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3) Where required, on completion of emergency work, the Licensee shall within two (2)
working days provide the Authority with information as required for issue of a Permit.
Plumbers should submit Permits for maintenance work carried out and also copies of
Certificates of Compliance.
1.6
AS COMPLETED PLANS
The Licensee shall, if required, issue to the Authority or their nominee, an as completed
plan of the work carried out. The plan shall be prepared and submitted in the form required
by the Authority. This shall be done at the time of inspection and submitted prior to the issue
of the Certificate of Compliance.
Plans (diagrams) shall include the following:
(i)
Sanitary drainage;
(ii)
Rainwater tank plumbing;
(iii)
Greywater systems plumbing;
(iv)
Backflow prevention devices;
(v)
Plumbing from any alternative water sources, e.g. bores, desalinated water etc;
(vi)
Fire services;
(vii)
Trade waste; and
(viii)
Recycled water systems.
1.7
INSPECTION BY THE AUTHORITY
1) The Authority decides what inspection of the work is required and what tests it needs to
witness and Licensees shall establish these requirements prior to commencement of work.
The Licensee shall arrange times for these inspections and/or tests. The times arranged
shall be acceptable to the Authority.
2) The Authority requires two (2) working days notice before an inspection and/or
witnessing of tests.
3) Where inspection is required, no work shall be covered up, concealed or put into use until
it has been inspected and accepted unless with the prior permission of the Authority.
4) All work of water supply, sanitary plumbing and sanitary drainage shall be inspected,
tested and commissioned by the Licensee in accordance with the relevant testing and
commissioning procedures set out in AS/NZS 3500.
1.8
INSTALLATIONS AND MATERIALS NOT MENTIONED
1) Any methods of installation or materials that are not covered in this Code shall be
authorised by the Authority before they can be used.
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2) In the case of Authorities covered by the Local Government Act 1993 in Part A Clause 1.4
of this Code, the Local Government Authority shall obtain the concurrence of the
Department of Energy, Utilities and Sustainability.
1.9
SERVICES IN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY
Before laying any service in a public right-of-way, Local Government Authority permission
shall be obtained.
1.10
LARGE OR COMPLEX INSTALLATIONS
Proposals for large or complex installations shall be submitted in detail for the Authority to
assess. The Authority requires a minimum of twenty (20) working days advance notice to
process the application for a large or complex installation.
Installations of a large or complex nature include:
(i)
industrial complexes;
(ii)
commercial complexes;
(iii)
residential complexes;
(iv)
hospitals;
(v)
institutions;
(vi)
schools;
(vii)
buildings with six (6) or more floors (including basement levels); and
(viii)
other installations considered by the Authority as large or complex.
1.11
MATERIALS, FITTINGS AND FIXTURES
1) Only materials and products certified under the National Plumbing and Drainage Products
Certification Scheme shall be used.
2) Materials fittings and fixtures shall display the StandardsMark, WaterMark or Type Test
Mark as required by the Manual of Authorisation Procedures for Plumbing and Drainage
Products (SAA-MP52) or AS 5200 as applicable.
3) Certified materials and products shall be used in accordance with the Conditions of
Certification and any limitations set out in this Code.
4) All materials and products used for work of plumbing and drainage shall be selected to
ensure satisfactory service for the life of the installation, with a minimum life of 50 years,
unless otherwise approved by the Authority.
5) The Authority may reject any material, fitting or fixture (including certified materials and
products) which it deems defective, unsuitable for its application or unsuitable for use in
its area of operation.
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PART B
RETENTION OF EXISTING WORK
Systems not presently connected to the Authoritys mains may be connected only if the work
consists of approved materials and the Authority gives permission. The Licensee shall obtain
the requirements of the relevant Authority before connecting any pre-existing system. The
Authority shall require a test to be carried out to verify soundness of the installation.
1.13
DISUSED SERVICES (WATER/DRAINAGE)
Where a service or part of a service becomes disused, it shall be disconnected as required by

the Authority at the property owners expense. Where a property water service is no longer
required, it shall be capped off at the main tap with an approved cap or approved fittings.
Disused sewer services are to be sealed off at the sewer junction using approved materials in
accordance with AS/NZS 3500.
1.14
INDEMNITY
An indemnity statement from the property owner/Agent shall be provided when requested by
the Authority for:
(i)
installation of a reflux valve;
(ii)
connection of underground structures to the sewer;
(iii)
installation of work under special permission that would not otherwise be authorised
under the Code;
(iv)
connection of basement drainage gravitating to the sewer;
(v)
rehabilitation of a sanitary drain, e.g. relining;
(vi)
installation of reduced grades in sanitary drains; or
(vii)
retention of existing work.
The Licensee shall have the property owner/Agent of the property complete and sign the
indemnity statement. The statement shall be in a form as required by the Authority. No work
shall commence until the Authority has received this statement and accepted it.
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WATER SERVICES FROM RETICULATED SUPPLY
2.1
SCOPE
This section sets out the administrative requirements to be followed for the work of water
services. It covers both drinking and non-drinking reticulated water services.
For the Technical requirements for reticulated water services refer to Part C NSW Variations
and Additional Provisions to AS/NZS 3500: Part 1 Water Services of this Code.
2.2
GENERAL
2.2.1
Fire service installation
Where dual reticulated water services are provided the Authority shall advise applicants
whether fire services are to be connected to the drinking or non-drinking water supply. Fire
services shall not be connected to both supplies in an attempt to improve supply security and
fire system rating.
The supply of water from a fire service for any purpose other than fire fighting or testing of
fire fighting equipment shall only be permitted under special conditions imposed by the
Authority.
Valves shall be protected from damage. Where valves are located below ground within the
property boundary, they shall be provided with a surface box and riser. The box lid shall be
permanently marked with a W.
An application to install a fire service shall include the following information:
1) A duplicate set of drawings of the proposed work, indicating:
(i)
the location of the property;
(ii)
the materials to be used;
(iii)
size of pipes;
(iv)
positions of all hydrants, hose reels, valves and stop taps; and
(v)
type of containment devices to be installed.
2) Location and details of any off-takes, water storage tanks, booster assemblies, pumps,
meter and backflow prevention device.
In the case of fire sprinkler systems, drawings shall show the following:
(a) work up to and including the sprinkler valve assembly;
(b) any fire sprinkler water storage tank to be installed; and
(c) any booster assembly to be installed.
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(Where required, these drawings shall be approved by the New South Wales Fire Brigades
prior to submission.)
3) Details of the proposed connection to the Authoritys main, including:
(i)
the location of the connection;
(ii)
the size of the connection; and
(iii)
the proposed draw-off rate.
2.2.2
Fire hose reels
All fire hose reels shall be connected to a metered service, unless otherwise permitted by the
Authority.
2.2.3
Storage tank fire sprinkler system
In the case of a fire sprinkler system supplied from a storage tank, the Licensee shall be
responsible only to the Authority for:
(i)
pipe-work from the water main to the jacking pump;
(ii)
the storage tank; and
(iii) the air gap and overflow.

2.2.4
Sealing of fire services
The Authority may require sealing of:

(i)
hydrants;
(ii)
hose reels; and
(iii)
control valves
that are installed in an unmetered fire service.

2.2.5 Fire service usage monitoring
The Authority may require an appropriate double check detector assembly to be installed on a
fire service to enable monitoring of water usage.
The fact that a fire service is metered does not authorise the use of water from the service for
purposes other than those associated with fire fighting.
2.2.6
Booster pumps for fire services
Installation of booster pumps for fire fighting purposes from the mains water supply shall
require the approval of the Authority.
An application to install any booster pump shall include:
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(i)
the brand name and/or name of the manufacturer;
(ii)
the model number of the pumping unit;
(iii)
the type of pump;
(iv)
the size of the inlet and outlet connections of the pump;
(v)
the normal speed of the pump in revolutions per minute;
(vi)
the kilowatt rating of the pump motor;
(vii)
the size and type of the pump impeller;
(viii)
the distance of water service pipe between:
(ix)
(a)
the water main, meter, and pump, and
(b)
the inlet valve and the water storage tank,
the vertical difference in height between:

(a)
the centre line of the pump and street level; and
(b)
the centre line of the pump and the top water level within the storage tank;
(x)
a copy of the appropriate pump characteristics curve (head/flow); and
(xi)
any other information necessary for a proper consideration of the application.
2.2.7
Work of irrigation
Work of irrigation includes the construction, alteration, extension, disconnection, removal,

maintenance, repair, renewal or clearing of any pipes, fittings or equipment of any irrigation
system communicating or intended to communicate directly or indirectly with any water main
of an Authority. Where dual reticulated water services are provided, the Authority shall direct
whether irrigation services are to be connected to the drinking or non-drinking water supply.
Irrigation services shall not be connected to both supplies in an attempt to improve supply
security and pressure availability.
Irrigation systems for class 1 and 2 buildings may be installed without a permit ONLY IF the
irrigation system is the following type:
(i)
a system connected to a hose outlet that is fitted with an authorised hose connection
vacuum breaker. This hose connection vacuum breaker shall be located at a
minimum of 450 mm above the height of the irrigation outlets; and
(ii)
pipe and outlets laid at a minimum of 150 mm above ground level and not subject to
ponding.
All other irrigation systems shall be installed by a Licensee.
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When required by the Authority, an application to install irrigation systems shall include:
(a)
a detailed drawing of the proposed irrigation system;
(b)
a detailed drawing of the method of connection to the water service;
(c)
an estimate of the anticipated maximum flow rate requirements of the system;
(d)
the position of the proposed backflow prevention device;
(e)
the type of proposed backflow prevention device;
(f)
details of the proposed pipework (material, size, class of pipe);
(g)
type and size of solenoid valves when fitted to the system; and
(h)
type and size of all stop taps, valves and control equipment.
2.2.8 Water services DN 32 or greater

An application for water services DN 32 and greater shall include:
1) Duplicate sets of drawings for the water supply arrangements.
2) Drawings in plan and elevation of:
(i)
hot and cold water service;
(ii)
boosted water system;
(iii) urinal system; and

(iv) flusherette system.
3) The plans shall be drawn to a scale of not less than 1 in 100 and clearly indicate:
(i)
the type of materials;
(ii)
the nominal size of all water service pipes;
(iii) the position of all water meters, stop valves, stop taps and other valves; and
(iv) any water storage to be provided, including air gap requirements, overflow pipe
arrangements and any booster pumps.
2.2.9
Cross-connection control and backflow prevention devices
1) The Authority may, at any point in time, require any residential or non-residential
premises connected to the water supply to be provided with a backflow prevention
device(s) for containment at the property boundary. The containment backflow
prevention device(s) and individual or zone backflow prevention devices (accepted in lieu
of containment devices) shall be suitable for the degree of cross-connection hazard rating
deemed applicable by the Authority. Where required by the Authority backflow
prevention devices shall be:
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registered with the Authority where the backflow prevention device is a break tank,
registered air gap, reduced pressure zone device, pressure vacuum breaker or testable
double check valve assembly;
of an authorised type;
installed according to the provisions of this Code;
maintained in a satisfactory operating condition;
if required by the Authority as part of the registration process, subject to an agreement
between the Authority and the property owner regarding their installation and
maintenance.
2) All backflow prevention devices are the responsibility of the property owner.
3) The maintenance and testing of backflow prevention devices shall be carried out only by
authorised persons, who are accredited to carry out testing procedures. The accredited
person shall ensure that backflow testing gauges/test units are certified every year by a
qualified instrument maker and details are affixed to the test unit.
4) The property owner shall arrange for all devices to be tested and a Backflow Prevention
Inspection Testing and Maintenance Report be provided with the prescribed fee to the
Authority at least on an annual basis. The Authority may require more frequent testing.
5) An Authority may register, inspect, test and carry out maintenance on backflow
prevention devices for a fee. An Authority may also impose a late fee on the property
owner where the testing of backflow prevention devices, submission of the required
Backflow Prevention Inspection Testing and Maintenance Report and/or payment of
the prescribed fee is not completed by the date specified.
6) Where, in the opinion of the Authority, a potential or physical cross-connection is found
in the water service at any property, or if the water service is installed in a manner that
will enable backflow to occur, the property owner shall, upon written advice of the
Authority, ensure that such cross-connection is immediately disconnected or altered to
comply with the Authoritys requirements or otherwise removed. Failure to comply
within the period nominated by the Authority, may at the Authoritys discretion, result in
the immediate restriction or disconnection of the property from the Authoritys water
supply.
7) The installation of a backflow prevention device(s) may significantly reduce the pressure
and flow rate of the water supply within the premises. The potential for this to occur
needs to be taken into consideration by the Licensee when fitting backflow prevention
devices and the property owner/occupier advised in writing accordingly by the Licensee.
It is the property owners/occupiers responsibility to undertake, at their cost, any works
on the premises necessary to provide an adequate water flow rate.
2.2.10 Meters
Water meters shall be installed as and where required by the Authority. Authorities may not
require metering of particular water services but provision for installation of a water meter
may be required by the Authority. Water meters shall be installed:
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(i) by the Authority or by a licensee;

(ii) within 2 working days of the connection being made to the Authoritys water main
(unless the installation is carried out by the Authority);
(iii) above ground unless under an agreed arrangement with the Authority such as in areas
subject to freezing; and
(iv) all DN 20 water meters newly installed/replaced shall have an integrated dual check valve
for backflow prevention unless a more stringent backflow prevention device is required
in accordance with this Code.
Sydney Water Corporation and Hunter Water Corporation shall arrange the installation of all
DN 20 DN 50 light duty meters in their areas of operation. For DN 50 DN 300 water
meter assemblies, licensed plumbers are required to arrange with Sydney Water Corporation
and Hunter Water Corporation for delivery of water meter assemblies for each site and to be
installed by the licensee within 24 hours of delivery.
2.2.11 Privately owned meters
The Authority may permit the use of privately owned meters. Privately owned meters on any
water service:
(i) shall be of an authorised design and type; and
(ii) the Authority may examine, test and require stamping of any private meter prior to fixing.
2.2.12 Joint (or split) property services
Where permitted by the Authority, a joint property service installed to serve two adjoining
properties shall be laid in an approved material to a defined point outside the property
alignment to the centre of a Y or tee junction where the service shall be bifurcated or
split. From the Y or tee junction, single services shall be extended to each of the
individual properties to a defined point inside its property alignment and a defined distance
from the adjacent property alignment as specified by the Authority. A pressure limiting valve
shall also be installed on each individual property supply, where required by the Authority.
2.2.13 Multiple occupancy
Where required by the Authority, properties proposed for multiple occupancies shall have the
water supply designed and installed so that each occupancy has its own individual isolation
valve, and provision for metering located in a position determined by the Authority.
2.3
DRINKING WATER
2.3.1 Temporary construction site services and vacant land

A temporary construction service is when a water service is required for demolition work,
site preparation or building work.
1) Permission from the Authority shall be obtained before a temporary construction service
is installed.
2) An application shall be made on the appropriate form.
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3) Such services shall be metered and if required by the Authority provided with backflow
prevention commensurate to the degree of hazard as assessed by the Authority.
2.3.2
Temporary extended/joint-multiple non-standard water services
1) Where required by the Authority, an application for permission to install a temporary

extended service shall include the following:
(i)
a sketch showing the proposed installation;
(ii)
the location of the properties;
(iii) the size of the service requested;

(iv) the material to be used for the service; and
(v)
written consent of the Local Government Authority and/or property owner.

Where the service is laid in any public place, road or street written consent shall be
obtained from the Local Government Authority.
Where the service is laid through private property, written consent shall be obtained
from the property owner.
2) The installation shall be in accordance with the technical requirements of this Code.
3) The water service pipe between the water main and the property boundaries and up to the
water meter stop tap shall be of a material approved by the Authority.
4) A water meter shall be installed on private property as near as possible to the water main
or as authorised by the Authority.
5) Temporary services shall be maintained by the owners of the properties for which the
temporary service is installed.
2.3.3
Installation of drinking water storage tanks
The storage for drinking purposes shall be kept separate from storage for all other purposes.
This clause covers the installation of drinking water storage tanks excluding rainwater tanks
referred to in Part C, Section 14 of this Code.
1) An application to install a storage tank shall include:
(i)
site details showing:

(a) the location of the tank; and
(b) the arrangement of the inlet/outlet pipe and the overflow pipe;
(ii)
tank capacity;
(iii) tank dimensions;

(iv) structural details of the tank;
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details of protective coating or lining against corrosion; and
(vi) purpose of use of tank.

2) All tanks and supports must be structurally sound. If the tank is to hold more than 2,500
litres the application shall also include a Certificate of Structural Adequacy. The
certificate shall approve the design and support of the tank. A professional structural
engineer shall provide the certificate.
Coated galvanised steel/zincalumeTM tanks with a capacity greater than 2,500 litres shall
not be used inside buildings.
3) Tanks shall be constructed and installed entirely above ground level, unless otherwise
permitted by the Authority.
4) For rainwater tanks, refer to Technical Requirements of this Code.
2.3.4
Maintenance of water storage tanks
1) Storage tanks for drinking purposes shall be regularly tested, cleaned and disinfected to
ensure good drinking quality water is provided. Cleaning intervals shall not exceed two
(2) years.
2) The required air gap shall be maintained for all tanks.
3) Inspection of satisfactory air gap requirements shall be carried out in accordance with the
requirements of AS/NZS 3500.1 Section 4 and shall take place at intervals not exceeding
one (1) year. A Licensee shall undertake the inspection. The Licensee shall give a
written statement of compliance on the appropriate form to the Authority.
4) Records of maintenance shall be retained on site by the property owner/occupier for a
period not less than seven (7) years.
2.4
NON-DRINKING WATER INSTALLATIONS
2.4.1
Permitted use
Permitted use is determined by the Authority in accordance with the advice of NSW Health
requirements, including the NSW Guidelines for Urban and Residential Use of Reclaimed
Water 1993 and Recycled Water Guidelines Multi-Unit Dwelling Developments.
Reclaimed/recycled water may be used as an alternative water source for the following:
Toilet/urinal flushing;
Clothes washing machines;
Garden irrigation with uncontrolled access;
Car washing and similar outdoor use;
Filling external ornamental ponds (not including water contact);
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Cooling towers;
Fire fighting.
The supply of recycled water shall be to the washing machine cold water supply only and the
recycled water is not to be accessible from the laundry tub.
2.4.2
Installation procedures in non-drinking water (recycled water) areas
In some areas Authorities may provide both drinking water systems and non-drinking water
systems. Services from these two reticulated supplies may be extended and located below
ground within each property. Licensees are required to raise both services above ground for
installation of water meters as required by the Authority.
During construction, internal plumbing pipework may be installed and the drinking water
used to charge both supplies for testing purposes. A connection to the recycled water service
is only made when the final plumbing inspection of all fixtures and fittings is completed prior
to occupation.
Connection to the recycled water supply shall not be made until the property pipework is
examined by the Authority to ensure there are no cross-connections between the drinking
water and recycled water systems.
2.5
INSTALLATION OF PUMPS
Installation of pumps drawing water from the mains water supply or recycled water shall
require the approval of the Authority.
An application to install any pump shall include:
(i)
the brand name and/or name of the manufacturer;
(ii)
the model number of the pumping unit;
(iii)
the type of pump;
(iv)
the size of the inlet and outlet connections of the pump;
(v)
the normal speed of the pump in revolutions per minute;
(vi)
the kilowatt rating of the pump motor;
(vii)
the size and type of the pump impeller;
(viii)
the distance of water service pipe between:
(ix)
(a)
the water main, meter, and pump, and
(b)
the inlet valve and the water storage tank,
the vertical difference in height between:

(a)
the centreline of the pump and street level; and

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the centreline of the pump and the top water level within the storage tank;
(x)
a copy of the appropriate pump characteristics curve (head/flow); and
(xi)
any other information necessary for a proper consideration of the application.
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ON-SITE WATER SERVICES WHERE A RETICULATED WATER

SUPPLY IS INSTALLED
3.1
RAINWATER HARVESTING
This section sets out the administrative requirements for plumbing associated with rainwater
tank systems where a reticulated drinking water supply is installed and applies to tanks that
collect roof water.
Rainwater is water collected from a roof of a dwelling or building. Roofs with access,
particularly vehicular, may result in the contamination of the rainwater and shall be treated as
surface water.
3.1.1
General
Surface or roof water shall NOT discharge directly or indirectly into the sewerage system
unless used to replace the Authoritys water supply in accordance with Clause 3.1.2 of this
Code.
Where the rainwater tank is topped up or inter-connected with a mains drinking water supply,
use of the tank supply shall be subject to any water restrictions imposed by the Authority.
3.1.2
Rainwater use
In urban areas, rainwater can provide an alternative source for a number of uses including the
following:
Garden irrigation;
Filling ornamental ponds;
Filling of swimming pools and spas; and
Fire fighting.
Some consumers in single domestic premises may also wish to use rainwater for all domestic
purposes including drinking, cooking, bathing and in hot water systems. In these cases, it is
particularly important that they are made aware of the advice from NSW Health.
NSW Health Guideline GL2005_033 of January 2005 in part states:
A properly maintained tank can provide good quality drinking water. NSW Health
strongly advises householders, councils and developers to ensure that an adequate
system of cleaning and maintenance is in place if rainwater is the sole source of
drinking water.
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Those who use rainwater should be aware of potential risks associated with chemical
and microbiological contamination. Collection of rainwater for human consumption
(drinking and cooking) in areas affected by heavy traffic, incinerators, smelters or
heavy industry is not recommended.
The use of rainwater tanks for drinking purposes is not recommended where a
reticulated potable water supply is available.
NOTE: Further information on health risks and tank maintenance can be obtained from the following
sources:
www.health.nsw.gov.au/public-health/ehb/water/rainwater.html
http://enhealth.nphp.gov.au/council/pubs/documents/rainwater_tanks.pdf
3.1.3 Single domestic premises

1) Permission shall be obtained from the Local Government Authority to install a rainwater
tank where the tank capacity is greater than 10,000 litres.
2) Tanks up to 10,000 litres that do not comply with the provisions of State Environmental
Planning Policy 4 also require development approval from the Local Government
Authority.
3) Plumbing installation requirements shall be in accordance with the technical provisions of
this Code.
3.1.4
Installations other than single domestic premises
An application shall be made to the Authority for permission to install a rainwater tank for
other than a single domestic installation.
The application shall include:
(i)
Duplicate set of plans of the rainwater service.
(ii)
The plan shall clearly indicate:
3.1.5
(a)
type of material to be used;
(b)
backflow prevention devices and their respective locations;
(c)
fixtures to be supplied; and
(d)
proposed uses.
Cross-connection control and backflow prevention
Where the Authority requires testable backflow prevention devices to be installed:

(i)
they shall be registered with the Authority;
(ii)
an appropriately accredited tester shall certify annually that they are functioning as
designed; and
(iii) a copy of the certificate shall be forwarded to the Authority.

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3.1.6
Maintenance
All rainwater tank systems shall be maintained in accordance with the technical provisions of
this Code, AS/NZS 3500 and NSW Health Rainwater Tanks brochure available from NSW
Health or their website at www.health.nsw.gov.au.
Maintenance of the rainwater tank system, including the backflow prevention devices, is the
responsibility of the property owner/occupier, not the Authority.
3.1.7
Rainwater tank top-up facilities
Where required by the Authority, rainwater tank top-up facilities shall incorporate an external
visible air gap. A visible air gap is defined as the unobstructed vertical distance through the
free atmosphere between the lowest opening of a water service pipe or fixed outlet supplying
water to a fixture or receptacle and the highest possible water level of such fixture or
receptacle, and which is external to the rainwater tank.
3.2
ON-SITE GREYWATER DIVERSION SYSTEMS AND RECLAIMED WATER

TREATMENT SYSTEMS SINGLE RESIDENTIAL DWELLINGS
3.2.1
Scope
The following installation requirements are for plumbing associated with the re-use of
wastewater including greywater generated on a single residential premises where a reticulated
water supply is also installed. It covers the pipework from the generation of the wastewater
through the sewage management facility such as:
a greywater diversion device which diverts but does not treat greywater;
a greywater treatment system which diverts and treats greywater;
an aerated wastewater treatment system which diverts and treats sewage; or
any other system which treats sewage such as a septic tank or greywater to a standard
suitable for re-use
to the point of disposal, such as the land application system. This Section 3.2 does not apply
to reticulated wastewater reclamation schemes.
NOTES:
1.
In plumbing and drainage, sewage and wastewater are identical and include all the household
wastewater from baths, showers, basins, laundries, kitchens and toilets. Kitchen wastewater is
not recommended for re-use in greywater diversion devices or greywater treatment systems as it
may contain large amounts of grease, fat, food waste and detergent and be alkaline.
2.
Greywater only includes household wastewater of baths, showers, basins, laundries and kitchens.
3.
Sewage contains greywater and blackwater (e.g. toilet and bidet discharges).
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Permitted re-use
Permitted re-use of wastewater shall be determined by the Local Government Authority in

accordance with the conditions of NSW Health accreditation and the Local Government
(General) Regulation 2005.
Untreated greywater shall only be used for the sub-surface irrigation of gardens (refer Clause
3.2.4).
Untreated sewage shall only be disposed by sub-soil land application systems.
Greywater treated by a NSW Health accredited greywater treatment system may be used for
the following applications subject to Local Government Authority approval:
Toilet flushing;
Sewage treated in a sewage management facility accredited by NSW Health may be used for
sub-soil land application systems, sub-surface irrigation and surface irrigation of gardens
subject to Local Government Authority approval.
3.2.3
General requirements
1) For the following clauses, reference shall be made to Environment and Health Protection
Guidelines: On-site Sewage Management for Single Households (under review),
downloadable from www.dlg.nsw.gov.au.
Further information, particularly on greywater re-use may be obtained from NSW Health
Greywater Re-use in Sewered Single Domestic Premises April 2000 (under review),
downloadable from www.health.nsw.gov.au.
2) Untreated greywater shall not be stored or used in a manner which allows direct human
contact or be utilised in a manner other than by sub-surface soil dispersal such that it
could contaminate root crops, childrens play areas or domestic recreation areas.
3) Greywater, untreated and treated sewage, because of the chemicals contained, may not be
compatible with some soils and expert opinion of a soils scientist or other suitably
qualified person may be necessary before the untreated greywater or untreated or treated
sewage is applied to the soil.
4) Greywater diversion devices shall be of the approved type under the WaterMark scheme.
5) Food waste disposal units shall not discharge to on-site sewage management facilities nor
to greywater diversion devices.
3.2.4
Approvals required
1) Approval shall be obtained from the Local Government Authority under the Local
Government Act 1993 before a greywater treatment system or other sewage management
facility is installed. Approval to operate a system of greywater treatment or sewage
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management is also required. The Local Government Authority shall not allow the
installation of a manufactured greywater treatment system or sewage management facility
available by retail sale unless it has been accredited by NSW Health.
2) Permission shall also be obtained from the Authority to install a sewage management
facility or greywater treatment system where a reticulated water service or sewerage
service is also provided to the property.
3) An application for a Permit to the Authority shall be supported with written confirmation
of the Local Government Authoritys approval of the proposed installation. The
application shall also include details of the proposed changes to the house drainage and
any proposed on-site wastewater distribution pipework.
4) The re-use of untreated greywater for sub-surface irrigation does not require Local
Government Authority operation or installation approval subject to compliance with the
requirements of Clause 75A of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005, and the
following conditions:
(i)
Wastewater is not diverted from kitchen or toilet plumbing;
(ii)
An on-site sewage management facility is not in place;
(iii)
Greywater is not stored in any way, other than the practice of capturing in a
bucket or container, and transferring that water to the garden or using it to flush a
toilet, or treated other than primary screening or filtration;
(iv)
A washing machine standpipe, or licensed diversion device delivers the greywater

to a sub-soil or sub-surface land application system;
(v)
The standpipe or diversion device has a manual switching or selection facility so

that greywater can be easily diverted back to the sewer;
(vi)
Any diversion device connected to, or modifying the existing plumbing system is
a licensed device, and must be installed by a licensed plumber;
(vii)
Any diversion other than by gravity is only via a licensed non-storage surge tank
and pump system installed by a licensed plumber;
(viii)
Some form of non-storage surge attenuation is installed as part of the diversion

device or as a sub-soil trench;
(ix)
The local water utility must be notified by the installing plumber that a greywater
diversion device is in place; and
(x)
The landowner is required to comply with any Guidelines issued by the Director
General of the Department of Energy, Utilities and Sustainability.
Sewage management facility by definition in the Local Government (General) Regulation

2005 includes:
Septic tank and collection well;
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Septic closet;
Pump well;
Aerated wastewater treatment system;
Greywater treatment system;
Waterless composting toilet;
Wet composting toilet;
Incinerating toilet;
Waste treatment devices;
Sand filters; and
Biological toilets
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but not greywater diversion devices.

3.2.5
Installation requirements
The installation shall be installed in accordance with AS/NZS 3500.1 Section 9 Non-drinking
Water and the technical section of this Code, or otherwise approved by the Authority.
3.2.6
Backflow prevention
1) Where a greywater diversion device is installed on a single residential property, the

licensee or property owner shall notify the Authority to ensure that a meter with an
integral dual check valve is installed on the water service for the property.
2) All properties with an on-site greywater treatment system or aerated wastewater treatment
system shall have a testable backflow containment device installed at the water meter, at
the property owners cost.
3.2.7
Maintenance requirements
All greywater diversion systems and sewage management facilities are required to be
maintained in accordance with the above provisions of this Code and all other statutory
requirements.
Maintenance of greywater diversion systems and sewage management facilities is the
responsibility of the property owner/occupier, not the Authority.
Local Government Authorities have the right to inspect greywater diversion systems and
sewage management facilities. Local Government Authority approval to operate a sewage
management facility is required for which fees may be charged.
3.2.8
Diversion or treatment system top-up facilities
Greywater or reclaimed water treatment system top-up facilities, where used, shall be through
a visible air gap external to the tank of not less than 100 mm. The property owner shall
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maintain the top-up facility. Where required by the Authority the visible external to the tank
air gap shall be registered with the Authority, inspected and tested annually by a licensee.
3.3 RECLAIMED WATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS MULTI OCCUPANCY
RESIDENTIAL
3.3.1
Scope
The following installation requirements are for plumbing associated with premises with multi
occupancy such as duplexes, flats, home units and townhouses and use of reclaimed water,
that is the re-use of water generated on a residential premises pooled, treated and used by that
same residential premises, where a reticulated water supply is also installed. It covers the
pipework from the generation of the wastewater through the sewerage management facility
such as:
a greywater treatment system;
a wastewater treatment system; or
any other system which treats sewage or greywater to a standard suitable for re-use.
Greywater diversion devices are NOT permitted on multiple occupancy dwellings.

This Section 3.3 does not apply to dual reticulation schemes.
3.3.2
Permitted use
Permitted use of recycled/reclaimed water is determined by the Local Government Authority

in accordance with Guidelines for Private Decentralised Recycled Water Systems
downloadable from www.deus.nsw.gov.au.
Reclaimed/recycled water may be used as an alternative water source for garden irrigation
and, where approved, for the following:
External ornamental ponds (not including water contact); and
Cooling towers.
3.3.3
General requirements
Interim guidance has been developed by NSW Health titled Greywater and Sewage
Recycling in Multi-Unit Dwellings and Commercial Premises - Interim Guidance
downloadable from http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/policies/gl/2005/gl2005_051.html.
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3.3.4
PART B
Approvals required
1) Approval shall be obtained from the Local Government Authority under the Local
Government Act 1993 before a sewage management facility may be installed and for
approval to operate a system of sewage management.
2) Permission shall also be obtained from the Authority to install a recycled/reclaimed water
system when a reticulated water service or sewerage service is also provided to the
property.
3) An application for a permit from the Authority shall be supported with written
confirmation of the Local Government Authoritys approval of the proposed installation.
The application shall also include details of the proposed changes to the house drainage
and any proposed on-site reclaimed water distribution pipework.
3.3.5
Installation requirements
The requirements for installations of recycled/reclaimed and greywater treatment systems are
set out in the Guidelines for Private Decentralised Recycled Water Systems.
Where a reclaimed water re-use installation (other than for single domestic premises) is
proposed, an application shall be made to the Authority for permission to install. The
application shall include:
(i)
Duplicate set of plans of the reclaimed water service.
(ii)
The plan shall clearly indicate:

(a) type of materials to be used;
(b) treatment system to be used;
(c) associated plumbing design;
(d) backflow prevention devices; and
(e) fixtures to be supplied.
(iii)
A copy of the proposed operation and maintenance manual to be provided to the Body
Corporate (or other appropriate legal entity).
(iv)
A copy of a contingency plan in case of failure of the reclaimed water re-use

installation.
3.3.6
Backflow prevention
All properties with an on-site greywater or sewage management facility shall have a testable
backflow containment device installed at the water meter, at the property owners cost.
3.3.7
Maintenance requirements
All recycled/reclaimed water systems are required to be maintained in accordance with the
above provisions of this Code and all other statutory requirements.
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Maintenance of recycled/reclaimed water systems is the responsibility of the property

owner/occupier, not the Authority.
Local Government Authorities have the right to inspect systems of sewage management. In
all cases an approval to operate, for which fees may be charged, is required.
3.3.8
Diversion or treatment system top-up facilities
Recycled/reclaimed water or greywater treatment system top-up facilities, where used, shall
be through a visible air gap external to the tank of not less than 100 mm. The property owner
shall maintain the top-up facility. Where required by the Authority, the visible external air
gap shall be registered with the Authority, inspected and tested annually by a licensee.
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SANITARY PLUMBING AND SANITARY DRAINAGE
4.1
SCOPE
PART B
This section sets out the administrative requirements to be followed for the work of sanitary
plumbing and sanitary drainage, including trade waste.
4.2
1) Installations of a large or complex nature include:

industrial complexes;
commercial complexes;
residential complexes;
hospitals;
institutions;
schools;
buildings with six (6) or more floors, including basement levels; or
other installations considered by the Authority as large or complex.
2) Applications for large or complex installations, if required by the Authority, shall
include:
(i)
Duplicate set of coloured plans indicating:

(a) size of sanitary drain;
(b) location of any sanitary drain including any boundary trap or inspection shaft;
(c) overflow gully;
(d) inspection chamber and reflux valve, where required; and
(e) the property owners acceptance in writing of full responsibility for any
basement drainage (see Clause 1.14 of this Code).
Drawings shall be in both elevation and plan view.

Drawings shall also show the correct relationship between any sanitary drains and:
any building;
boundaries of property; and
any sewer
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The plans shall be neatly and accurately drawn. Each separate section of the work shall
be clearly marked using the following colour code:
Green
- work of sanitary drainage
Red
- vent pipes
- vent stacks
Blue
- soil pipes
- combined soil and waste pipes
- combined soil and waste stacks
Yellow - waste pipes

- waste stacks
(ii)
A block plan of the property, including the layout of the sanitary drain.
This drawing shall be to a scale of not less than 1:500.
(iii)
Details of the method of connection to the sewer. This shall include details
of the discharge pipe or rising main from any sewage ejector or pump.
(iv)
The reference level of the overflow gully.
(v)
The lowest fixture to be drained to the sewer using gravity.
(vi)
The proposed layout of the sanitary drains, including:

(a) size and fixture unit loading;
(b) detailed venting arrangements of the installation;
(c) location of all fixtures;
(d) special pits or arrestors,
(e) any polluted areas to be drained; and
(f) any proposed basement drainage.
(vii)
Details of the installation of sewage ejectors or sewage pumps from

fixtures located in basements.
(viii)
The proposed discharge rate of any ejectors or pumps.
(ix)
Details of any subsoil drainage, including any pits or sumps. Also the
method of discharging subsoil water and/or water from a fire sprinkler
system.
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4.3
PART B
(x)
Details of the existing work of sanitary plumbing where additional fixtures

shall be connected to an existing stack.
(xi)
Individual fixtures shall be indicated clearly, using the abbreviations set

out in AS/NZS 3500.2 Table 6.1.
(xii)
Other fixture abbreviations shall be shown in a legend on the drawing.
REDUCED GRADE IN SANITARY DRAINS
Grades in drains less than that stated in AS/NZS 3500 may be permitted by the Authority if:
(i)
the property owner accepts responsibility in writing; and
(ii)
the property owner agrees in writing to install a flushing tank as directed by the
Authority.
4.3.1
Drains laid at less than reduced grade
Before laying sanitary drain at a grade less than reduced grade, as detailed in AS/NZS
3500 Table 3.3, permission of the Authority shall be obtained.
The application shall include:
(i)
Plans of the proposed pipeline including:

(a) proposed levels and grades;
(b) point of connection to sewer; and
(c) material and size of drain.
(ii)
Fixture unit loading.
(iii)
Height of overflow gully above soffit of sewer.
(iv)
Proposed survey method.
4.3.2
Drains in deep or wide trenches
Before laying a sanitary drain in a deep trench (i.e. depth greater than 3 metres) or a wide
trench (i.e. width at top of pipe greater than outside diameter of pipe plus 600 mm), the
following is required:
1) Permission of the Authority.
2) A certificate of structural adequacy for:
class of pipe; and
bedding, side support, overlay and backfill issued by a suitably qualified civil
engineer registered on the Institution of Engineers, Australia National Professional
Engineers Register (NPER-3) or equivalent.
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4.4
TIDAL OR WATER CHARGED CONNECTIONS
The removal of the cap or plug at the point of connection to the Authoritys sewer in tidal or
water charged ground shall be done in the presence of the Authoritys inspector, unless
otherwise permitted by the Authority.
4.5
CONNECTION OF UNDERGROUND STRUCTURES
An application to connect an underground structure (such as a telephone system inspection

chamber) to the sewer where no other drainage method is available, shall include a duplicate
set of drawings showing the following details:
location of the underground structure to be drained;
proposed point of connection to the sewer;
location of reflux valve installation; and
a letter of indemnity as required in Clause 1.14 of this Code.
4.6
LOCATION OF THE POINT OF CONNECTION TO THE SEWER
1) The Licensee is responsible for locating the point of connection to the sewer.
2) A plan showing approximate depth and point of connection to the sewer is obtainable
from the Authority. Where the connection is not located, the Licensee shall excavate at
least one (1) metre either side and/or one (1) metre below the indicated position.
3) If the point of connection cannot be located, the Licensee shall contact the Authority
immediately for further directions.
4)
In Hunter Water Corporations area of operations the connection to pumping/rising mains

or mains DN 300 and greater is prohibited. Properties connected to sewer mains in a
known surcharge area shall incorporate a minimum of 100 mm educt vent. Hunter Water
Corporation may also require a reflux valve in the same situations. When a property is
connected to a sewer main directly affected by a pumping or rising main, a boundary trap
and a minimum of 100 mm educt vent shall be installed.
4.7
DISCHARGE TO SEWER
Surface or roof water shall NOT discharge directly or indirectly into the sewerage system
unless approved by the Authority.
4.8
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SEWAGE PUMPING
1) Where it is practicable to use gravity, pumping to the sewer is not normally permitted.
2) An application to pump to the sewer shall include:
(i)
plans in duplicate showing:

the description of pumping;
the capacity and construction of:
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(a) collection wells;

(b) pump suction wells; or
(c) sewage ejectors.
(ii)
details of all pumps:

(a)
type;
(b)
number of pumps;
(c)
pumping rate;
(d)
expected frequency of operation; and
(e)
pump curve details.
(iii)
the point of connection to the rising main, or to the Authoritys sewer, and
elevation above pump;
(iv)
the venting arrangements for pump wells;
(v)
size, length and materials to be used in rising main or discharge pipe; and
(vi)
rising mains shall be laid in the Authoritys footpath allocation, or as directed by

the Local Government Authority.
3) Sewage management facilities for less than or equal to 10 EP, or less than or equal to
2,000 litres per day flow (pump out septic tanks, collection wells or sewage ejectors)
when installed on single domestic premises shall be accredited by NSW Health and
comply with the Local Government Act 1993 and the Local Government (General)
Regulation 2005.
4.9
JOINTS BETWEEN SANITARY DRAINAGE AND SANITARY PLUMBING
When sanitary drains are to be connected with:
sanitary plumbing;
soil pipes;
waste pipes;
vent pipes; or
sanitary plumbing stacks
the connection shall be made by joints that are:

(i)
located immediately above ground or at finished floor surface level, wherever

practicable;
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(ii)
4.10
the Licensee carrying out the plumbing work shall be responsible for making and
sealing the joints according to (i) above.
MULTIPLE OCCUPANCY
Where required by the Authority, properties proposed for multiple occupancy shall have the
sanitary drainage lines designed and installed so as each occupancy has its own individual
sanitary drainage line, each with an inspection shaft and overflow gully.
4.11
LIQUID TRADE WASTE
1) All work of sanitary plumbing and sanitary drainage associated with trade waste shall be
carried out in accordance with the provisions of this Code.
2) All trade waste fixtures and products shall be authorised by the authorisation body for the
area of installation. In the case of Local Government areas, other than those where
Sydney Water Corporation or Hunter Water Corporation is the Authority, installations of
trade waste fixtures and products shall be to the Department of Energy, Utilities and
Sustainabilitys (DEUS) requirements.
3) No discharge of other than domestic liquid waste is permitted to discharge into the
sewerage system without prior written approval of the Authority.
4) Biological or other residuals from sewage management facilities, greywater diversion
devices or water treatment systems (e.g. desalination plants) shall not be returned to the
sewerage system without prior approval of the Authority. The Authority may set limits as
to the rate of flow entering the sewerage system.
4.11.1 Food waste disposal units
1) Food waste disposal units are only permitted for domestic use with the Authoritys
approval. Sydney Water Corporation and Hunter Water Corporation allow installations
of domestic units but require notification of new installations provided on the Permit
Certificate of Compliance for the property.
2) To install a food waste disposal unit for commercial use where Sydney Water
Corporation or Hunter Water Corporation is the Authority, the following is required in all
cases:
(i)
permission of the Authority;
(ii)
the waste disposal unit shall only receive normal food for kitchen garbage; and
(iii) the discharge from the waste disposal unit shall be connected to an authorised
grease arrestor.
3) The installation of a food waste disposal unit for non-residential use in Local Government
areas, other than those where Sydney Water Corporation or Hunter Water Corporation is
the Authority, shall not be permitted by the Department of Energy, Utilities and
Sustainability. Existing installations of food waste disposal units in hospitals and nursing
homes may be permitted provided the wastewater generated from these units is
discharged through an adequately sized grease arrestor. Should a hospital or nursing
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home kitchen equipped with food waste disposal units undergo refurbishment then these
units shall be removed at that time.
4.11.2 Arrestors and special pits
An application to install an arrestor or special pit shall include:
design;
size;
construction;
a trade waste application for permission to discharge to the Authoritys main;
a product authorisation number; and
any other information required by the Authority.
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PART B
STORMWATER DRAINAGE
5.1
SCOPE
This section applies to stormwater drainage which includes:
roof water;
surface water;
subsoil drainage water;
fire sprinkler water; or
water from the washing of parked vehicles draining to:

-
stormwater drains;
combined sewers; or
stormwater channels.
In Local Government areas to which the Hunter Water Act 1991 and the Sydney Water Act
1994 do not apply, the person responsible for any stormwater drainage work is required to
obtain the prior approval of the Local Government Authority under Section 68 of the Local
Government Act 1993.
5.2
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1) Permission shall be obtained for any stormwater drainage discharge. In no case shall any
sewage or trade waste be connected to stormwater drainage.
2) Applications shall include:
(i)
plans and details of the proposed stormwater system;
(ii)
details of the proposed discharge rates; and
(iii) a statement of whether the discharge is to go into a:

stormwater drain;
combined sewer; or
stormwater channel.
3) Connection to mains or channels shall be made in a manner authorised by the Authority.
4) The Authority may require the following to be pumped to the stormwater drainage and
application to the Authority shall be made in each instance:
stormwater;
subsoil drainage water; or

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PART B
seepage from any property.
PLANS AND DETAILS
1) An application for installation of a stormwater service shall include duplicate copies of:
(i)
site plan drawn to a scale of not less than 1:500 showing:

(a)
the layout of the service;
(b)
areas to be drained;
(c)
any polluted areas;
(d)
proposed point of connection to Authoritys service;
(e)
relationship between area to be drained and Authoritys service;
(f)
site boundaries and buildings;
(g)
nominal size, grade, invert and relative levels of stormwater service; and
(h)
materials to be used.
2) Details and location of:

(i)
inspection chambers, boundary traps, reflux valves, pits, sumps, arrestors

including venting arrangements, subsoil drainage; and
(ii)
stormwater detention.
3) Plans and details shall be neatly and accurately drawn and coloured to indicate the
different parts of the service, e.g. stormwater, subsoil, rising main etc. The colours used
shall be different to those used for sewerage plans.
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HEATED WATER SYSTEMS
6.1
SCOPE
All work of heated water systems shall be carried out in accordance with AS/NZS 3500 and
this Code.
6.2
For hot water services which have a cold water supply to the heating system of DN 32 or
greater, an application shall be made in accordance with Clause 2.2.8 of this Code.
6.3
INSTALLATIONS NOT DETAILED IN THIS CODE
For installations not detailed in this Code, an application shall be submitted to the Authority
which includes:
(i)
type and capacity of hot water system;
(ii)
method of heating;
(iii)
materials used; and
(iv)
method of connection to water supply, including backflow prevention devices where

required.
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MOVEABLE DWELLINGS
7.1
SCOPE
PART B
1) This section sets out the administrative requirements to be followed for work of plumbing
and drainage in moveable dwellings as defined in the Local Government Act, 1993.
2) Moveable dwellings shall not be connected to the Authoritys services, or caravan
park/camping ground services unless the plumbing and drainage complies with the
requirements of this Code.
7.2
RELOCATABLE HOMES
1) Relocatable homes and manufactured homes, as defined in the Local Government

(Manufactured Home Estates, Caravan Parks, Camping Grounds and Moveable
Dwellings) Regulation 2005, shall be fitted with a NSW & ACT Water/Sewage
Authoritys Compliance Plate (obtainable only from Authorities) stating:
(i)
certificate of compliance number;
(ii)
test by Licensee No.;
(iii)
date of test; and
(iv)
the unique identification number of the home.
This information shall match the Certificate of Compliance. The Compliance Plate shall
be permanently fitted by a licensed plumber on the home, next to either the compliance
plate required by the relevant Local Government Regulation or next to a plumbing
connection. It shall be clearly visible.
2) Relocatable homes or manufactured homes constructed prior to commencement of this
Code may be connected where:
7.3
(i)
a Plumbing and Drainage Certificate of Compliance is provided, or
(ii)
permission is given by the Authority, even though the home/dwelling does not
comply with this Code.
SHORT-TERM RESIDENCE
Moveable dwellings, including relocatable homes and caravans, installed in a caravan park for
short term residence, are not required to be connected to the water or sanitary drainage service
of the park, unless they have installed a:
(i)
water closet;
(ii)
shower; or
(iii)
laundry.
NOTE: Short term residences are sites ordinarily used for holiday purposes.
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PART C
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
NSW Code of Practice Plumbing and Drainage 3rd Edition 2005
PART C
PART C TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1
SCOPE
This part gives the technical requirements to achieve an acceptable solution for the work of
plumbing and drainage.
1.2
STANDARD
The work of plumbing and drainage shall comply with the following Australian Standard
AS/NZS 3500 and amendments, with New South Wales variations and additional provisions.
The Australian Standard consists of:
Part 0 Glossary of Terms 2003
Part 1 Water Services 2003
Part 2 Sanitary Plumbing and Drainage 2003
Part 3 Stormwater Drainage 2003
Part 4 Heated Water Systems 2003
Part 5 Domestic Installations - 2000
1.3
NSW VARIATIONS AND ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS TO AS/NZS 3500
Part C of this Code sets out the New South Wales variations and additional provisions to
AS/NZS 3500 and must be read in conjunction with and takes precedence over the Australian
Standard.
NOTES:
1.
Where the word delete is used it means that the particular clause in AS/NZS 3500 is not
applicable within NSW.
2.
Where work is proposed to be carried out which is not in accordance with the acceptable
solutions of AS/NZS 3500, such work shall require prior approval by the Authority.
3.
When the term Authority is used, it shall mean the Authority that has statutory control over
the work to be carried out.
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PART C
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NSW Variations and Additional Provisions
to
Australian/New Zealand Standard
AS/NZS 3500 Parts 0-4
December 2003
NEW SOUTH WALES

Committee on Uniformity of Plumbing and Drainage
Regulations
(CUPDR)
This Part contains the AS/NZS 3500:2003 provisions that have been varied and
additional provisions for application in New South Wales. It should be read in
conjunction with AS/NZS 3500:2003.
Note: For clarification of the NSW variation, reference is to be made to the appropriate clause in
AS/NZS 3500:2003.
VARIATIONS AND ADDITIONAL

PROVISIONS TO
AS/NZS 3500
PART 1
WATER SERVICES
VARIATIONS AND ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS TO AS/NZS 3500

AS/NZS 3500.1:2003
Part 1: Water services
SECTION 2
M AT E R I A L S A N D P R O D U C T S
Add NSW 2.3.1 as follows:

NSW 2.3.1 Re-use of materials
Materials previously used for the conveyance or storage of water which was not drawn from
the Authoritys main shall not be connected to the Authoritys main unless they:
(a)
comply with the authorisation requirements of Section 2.2 of AS/NZS 3500 and
(b)
have been cleansed and disinfected.
Add NSW 2.4.2 (f) and (g) as follows:

NSW 2.4.2 (f) and (g)
(f)
DN 20 copper pipe used for property services in Hunter Water Corporations area shall
be bendable quality in accordance with AS 1432.
(g) Copper alloy pipe shall not be used unless it is:

(i)
half hard temper; and
(ii)
selected in accordance with AS 3795.
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S E C T I O N 3 S I Z I N G O F WAT E R S E R V I C E S
Add NSW 3.3.1 Note as follows:
NSW 3.1.1 Note
NOTE: In Sydney Water Corporations area of operation the minimum available pressure is 15 m
head and in Hunter Water Corporations area of operation it is 20 m head. In other Authorities areas
the minimum available pressure may vary.
Add NSW 3.6 as follows:

NSW 3.6
ALTERNATIVE METHOD FOR SIZING WATER SERVICE CLASS 1
& 2 BUILDINGS
NSW Table 3.4 may be used as an alternative method for sizing water services for Class 1 and
2 buildings subject to the Authoritys approval. This method is only to be used within the
limitations stated in the notes to NSW Table 3.4. For an example of this alternative method,
see NSW Figure 1.
NSW TABLE 3.4
ALTERNATIVE METHOD FOR SIZING WATER SERVICES IN CLASS 1 & 2
BUILDINGS
Column 2
No of Dwellings
Column 3
Water Service Size
DN
Column 4
Total length (m)
Class 1 Single
20
30
Dwelling House
25
130
Class 1 & 2
20
100
Excluding Single
25
100
Dwelling House
3-5
32
100
6-10
40
100
11-16
50
100
Column 1
Class of Building
Item 2
NOTES:
Limitations of Method:
1. Total length as measured from water main to last branch offtake is not to exceed the length given
in Column 4 above.
2. Height of highest fixture above water main is not to exceed 4 m, where the minimum mains
pressure is 15 m (150 kPa).
Where the project is outside these limitations, other methods shall be used.
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X
X
X
X
X
X
X
NSW FIGURE 1 EXAMPLE OF WATER SERVICE FOR CLASS 2 BUILDING

SIZED USING ALTERNATIVE METHOD
NSW 3.7
MAINS CONNECTIONS AND METER SIZES FOR CLASS 1 & 2
BUILDINGS
NSW Table 3.5 gives the nominal size of mains connection for Class 1 and Class 2 buildings.
For sizes larger than those given in NSW Table 3.5, permission of the Authority is required.
The meter sizes are provided for guidance only and shall be confirmed by the Authority.
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NSW TABLE 3.5

TABLE OF NOMINAL SIZE OF MAINS CONNECTION AND METER SIZES
Connection to the Water Main

No of
Dwellings
Connection
Type
Size of
Water Meter
No of
Drillings
Nominal
Size of
Drillings
(To be confirmed by
the Authority - Guide
only)
Drilling
20
20
2-5 [1]
Drilling
25
25/32
6 to 10
Drilling
25
32/40
11 to 16 [2]
Drilling
25
40
NOTES:
1.
Where the number of dwellings exceeds 16, the services shall be designed by the Licensee and
authorised by the Authority.
2.
An alternative to DN 25 drilling for services greater than DN 25 is a tee connection of a size not
greater than the service.
3.
For Hunter Water Corporation, to service more than 2 dwellings with a DN 25 meter requires
approval of a hydraulic design.
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SECTION 4 CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL

AND BACKFLOW PREVENTION
Add NSW 4.2.5.1 as follows:
NSW 4.2.5.1 Interconnection of drinking water services
The interconnection of two or more reticulated water services is permitted to service a single
property provided that:
the water mains are connected to the same reservoir supply zone;
backflow prevention devices, as required by the Authority, are fitted to each offtake
from the water main; and
the water mains contain the same quality water interconnection of drinking and
recycled water reticulated services is not permitted.
NSW 4.4.2.1 Installation of ball valves
Where ball valves are required to be installed by the Authority in lieu of stop taps at the meter
location, a containment device shall be installed. Containment may be provided by use of a
dual check valve as an integral part of the water meter. See also AS/NZS 3500.1 Table F3.
Add NSW 4.6.1 (k) as follows:
NSW 4.6.1 (k)
(k)
Where a double check detector assembly is installed, the double check valve on the
metered by-pass shall be 20 kPa lower than the main double check valve.
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S E C T I O N 5 I N S T A L L AT I O N O F C O L D WAT E R
S E RV I C E S
Add NSW 5.2 Note as follows:
NSW 5.2 Note
NOTE: Extreme caution shall be exercised against the possibility of electrical shocks when carrying
out work with metallic water service (or metallic waste/soil pipes) pipes. This includes main-to-meter
repairs and renewals, the removal, installation and replacement of water meters, the maintenance or
renewal of metallic water service pipes and where metallic pipes are replaced by plastic pipes.
The caution is due to the potential danger that may exist if there is a fault in the electrical system.
Metallic water pipes are used to provide earthing for the electrical installation of the building and
cutting or removal of a section of metallic water pipe which provides the earthing, can lead to
electrical shocks causing injury or death.
Houses provided with electrical installations since 1976 may have a separate earthing electrode and
equipotential bonding to a metallic water service. Most older installations rely primarily on electrical
bonding to the metallic water service. However, an electrical fault in either type of installation is
likely to result in a live water service, particularly if the fault is at the electricity connection point to
the building.
Care shall be taken for example where a plastic pipe or fitting has been inserted in a metallic water
pipe system, or a section of metallic pipe has been replaced by a non metallic pipe, that was previously
bonded to the main earthing system.
There is likely to be some voltage/current present in all water services, even in an electrical
installation in good condition. What appears to be a safe working environment because there is no
evidence of a dangerous electrical situation may change when an appliance is used or otherwise
switches on (such as an electric water heater) within the property, combined with a fault in the
electricity supply/installation.
Though some householders have had protective devices fitted to their electrical installation, many
have not, and there is an identifiable risk from the electricity supply external to the building.
Add NSW 5.4.1 (l) as follows:

NSW 5.4.1 (l)
(l)
Valves shall be protected from damage. Where valves are located below ground
within the property boundary, they shall be provided with a surface box and riser. The
box lid shall be permanently marked with a W.

NSW 5.4.5 Draw-off taps
Draw-off taps shall:
(a)
not be located within a building unless positioned over:

a sink, basin or other sanitary fixture; or
a drained impervious floor. Refer also to AS/NZS 3500.2 Clause 4.6.8.1 (d).
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(b)
discharge downwards and comply with the minimum air gap requirements in
accordance with AS/NZS 3500.1, or
(c)
not be located in a pit below ground level unless backflow prevention requirements
are met.
Add NSW 5.5.3 (e) as follows:

NSW 5.5.3 (e)
(e)
Pipes in cavity walls shall be installed so that the moisture resistance of the walls is
maintained and adequate provision is made for expansion and contraction of the
pipework.
Add NSW 5.5.4 (g) as follows:

NSW 5.5.4 (g)
(g)
Water service pipes located below ground under concrete floor slabs shall be installed
in a conduit of compatible material so that the pipe can be removed and replaced.

NSW 5.5.5 Connection to water mains
(a)
Where required, excavation for connection to water mains shall be in accordance with
the Authoritys requirements. The excavation for drilling shall be a minimum of one
(1) metre by one (1) metre in size for a single drilling. The clearance below the main
shall be a minimum of 150 mm. See NSW Figure 2.
(b)
The excavation shall be maintained in a dewatered condition.
(c)
Drilling of the main or installation of Tee and valve shall be carried out as required
by the Authority.
(d)
If a protective sleeve around the main is damaged, it shall be repaired to the

Authoritys specifications by the Licensee.
(e)
In Hunter Water Corporations area of operation and some other Authorities areas of
operation, ball valves shall be used at the main connection and water meter set.
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NSW FIGURE 2 TYPICAL EXCAVATION AT WATER MAIN
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NSW 5.6.8.3 Silver brazing joints
Silver brazing shall not be used to join de-zincified resistant FORGED or diecast (duplex)
brass taps or fittings except when carried out without destroying the de-zincified resistant
properties of the brass.
Add NSW 5.14.2 (b) Note 2 as follows:
NSW 5.14.2 (b)
NOTE 2: For details of insulated flange joint see NSW Figure 3.
CL
NSW FIGURE 3 TYPICAL INSULATED FLANGED JOINT FOR JOINING

FLANGED FERROUS AND NON FERROUS PIPE
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SECTION 6
F I R E S E RV I C E S

NSW 6.4.1 Backflow prevention
Where required by the Authority, a backflow prevention device consisting of a double check
detector assembly (for containment and water usage detection) shall be fitted upstream of any
booster on, or offtake from, the fire service.
Where double check detector assemblies are installed, a minimum differential pressure of
20 kPa is required between the sets.
Where metering of fire services is not required by the Authority, a double check valve shall
be provided in lieu of the double check detector assembly.
NSW 6.4.2 Hydrants
Hydrants, except where exempted below, shall be a pillar type, installed above ground level
and protected from damage.
Hydrants on mains in a private street or similar accessway in a residential development may
be of in-ground type subject to meeting the requirements regarding hydrant installation,
spacing between hydrants, access for Fire Brigade pumping appliances and location as
required by the Local Government Authority, Fire Brigades and Authority, as appropriate.
Hunter Water Corporation does NOT allow the installation of in-ground hydrants on private
property.
Delete 6.5
NSW 6.5
METERING OF A FIRE HYDRANT OR SPRINKLER SERVICE
Water supply to a fire hydrant or sprinkler service shall not be metered unless directed by the
Authority.
Fire hydrant services shall be installed with a double check detector assembly which
incorporates a metered by-pass. An authorised meter shall be supplied, installed and
maintained by the property owner.
Individual meters for hydrant/sprinkler and domestic services may be required by some
authorities.
NSW 6.5.1 Window or wall drencher sprinkler system
Window or wall drencher sprinkler systems shall be installed with a dual check valve at the
control tap. In Hunter Water Corporations area of operation the window or wall drencher
sprinkler systems shall be metered.
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Delete 6.6
NSW 6.6
WATER STORAGE TANKS
The minimum water storage for fire services shall comply with the requirements of the
appropriate Authority.
A water storage tank shall be installed in accordance with AS/NZS 3500.1 Section 8. Where
a tank provides a reservoir of water for fire fighting purposes, the tank shall not be bypassed
unless a backflow prevention device is installed in the bypass piping appropriate to the level
of backflow prevention hazard rating.
In a high rise building, storage tanks used for fire fighting purposes shall have a non-return
valve installed on the outlet where the service is fitted with a Fire Brigade Booster assembly.
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S E C T I O N 7 I R R I G AT I O N A N D L A W N
WAT E R I N G S Y S T E M S
NSW 7.5
Marking and labelling
(a)
Standpipes installed in Type C and D Systems shall have a permanent warning notice
attached adjacent to the hose tap. The notice shall state CAUTION NOT FOR
DRINKING, and shall comply with the symbols used in AS 1319.
(b)
Hose tap outlets above ground shall be of a type that incorporates a lock shield and a
hose connection as required by the Authority.
(c)
Hose taps when permitted to be installed on pressurised irrigation systems shall be

clearly identified in accordance with AS 1319 and AS 1345.
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SECTION 8
WAT E R S T O R A G E T A N K S
Delete 8.4.3 (c)

Add NSW 8.4.3 (c) as follows:
NSW 8.4.3 Tank cover
(c)
provided with a covered access opening not smaller than 0.5 m2 in area and located
immediately adjacent to the water supply inlet, where the whole cover is not
removable.

NSW 8.5.3 Systems permanently attached to cooling towers
(a)
Cooling tower air gap shall be measured from the rim of the cooling tower basin.
(b)
Where a drinking water service to the cooling tower passes through the basin, the
service pipe shall be provided with double wall protection.
(c)
Where a fast fill connection is required, the fast fill line shall terminate external to the
unit with an air gap over either the basin or a tundish.
For typical cooling tower connection see NSW Figure 4.
NSW FIGURE 4 TYPICAL COOLING TOWER CONNECTIONS

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NSW 8.6.3 Fire services
Storage tanks in high rise buildings used for fire fighting purposes shall have a non-return
valve installed on the outlet of the fire hydrant storage tank where the service is fitted with a
Fire Brigade Booster assembly.
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SECTION 9
N O N - D R I N K I N G WAT E R
S E RV I C E S

NSW 9.3.1 Cross-connection control
Licensees shall make provision for inspection and testing of non-drinking water services as
required by the Authority. Inspections may include visual and pressure testing of connection
points to the service at the ball valve, meter set, service pipe to the building and within the
building.
A final inspection to ensure no cross-connections exist shall be carried out at completion of
the plumbing prior to the building being occupied. The testing procedure, as required in
AS/NZS 3500.1 Section 9, shall be carried out for both non-drinking water and drinking water
services.
Where required by the Authority, a sticker shall be applied to the inside of the electricity box
indicating a final inspection of non-drinking water has been carried out.
Add NSW 9.5.2 (c) and (d) as follows:
NSW 9.5.2
(c)
where below ground, be installed in an authorised hose tap box, with the surface
finished at ground level; and
(d)
have a left hand thread.
Delete 9.5.4.4
NSW 9.5.4.4 Fire services
(a)
Hydrants, hose reel outlets and sprinkler control valves shall be clearly and
permanently labelled with safety signs to comply with AS/NZS 3500.1 Section 9.
(b)
Fire service piping up to the sprinkler control valve shall be identified as detailed in
AS/NZS 3500.1 Clauses 9.5.4.1 and 9.5.4.2.

NSW 9.5.6 Non-drinking water irrigation systems
All pipework, valves and apertures up to the solenoid control valves shall comply with the
requirements of AS/NZS 3500.1 Section 9.
NSW 9.5.7 Direct connected flush valves to WC pans
Where flush valves are directly connected to the non-drinking water service, prior approval
shall be obtained from the Authority. Applications shall include:
(a)
Details of the number of flush valves to be installed.

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(b)
The minimum flow requirements at each valve.
(c)
The duration and volume of water used with each flush cycle.
Where required flow rates for direct connected flush valves cannot be met by the Authoritys
water main or building water service design, flush valves may be supplied through a storage
tank.
Provision shall be made to ensure that water hammer does not result from the installation of
direct connected flush valves.
NSW 9.5.8 BASIX requirements
When connection to a reticulated, recycled or reclaimed water system forms a commitment
within a BASIX (Building Sustainability Index) certificate, BASIX may require a connection
to the following (if nominated);
All toilets in the development;
The cold water tap that supplies each clothes washing machine in the development;
At least one outdoor tap in the development.
NSW 9.7
INSTALLATION OF STORMWATER COLLECTION SYSTEMS
The installation of surface water collection systems shall be in accordance with the
requirements of AS/NZS 3500.1 Sections 3 and 5 and AS/NZS 3500.3.
NSW 9.7.1 Permitted use of surface water
Where drinking water is supplied to a property from an Authoritys reticulated water supply,
in urban areas or from a rainwater tank, water from a surface water collection and re-use
system shall be used in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government Authority
and the conditions of the Authority. Under no circumstances shall it be used for drinking
water purposes.
NSW 9.8
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS FOR STORMWATER RE-USE
Installation of a water re-use system from a surface water collection tank within a property
that has a separate drinking water service shall be carried out in accordance with the
provisions of AS/NZS 3500.1 Section 9 Non-Drinking Water and the following requirements.
NSW 9.9
CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL AND BACKFLOW PREVENTION
FOR STORMWATER COLLECTION AND RE-USE SYSTEMS
(a)
Surface water collection and re-use systems shall be designed, installed and
maintained to prevent any direct or indirect cross-connection to the drinking water
supply.
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(b)
Where a surface water collection and re-use system is installed on a property and
where reticulated drinking water is also supplied to the property, an appropriate
TESTABLE backflow containment device shall be provided at the meter location on
the drinking water supply.

NSW 9.10
MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS FOR STORMWATER COLLECTION
AND RE-USE SYSTEMS
All materials and products used in the installation of a surface water collection and re-use
system shall be in accordance with AS/NZS 3500.1 Sections 2 and 9 and AS/NZS 3500.3
Stormwater Drainage.
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Add NSW Section 9A as follows:
N S W S E C T I O N 9 A O N - S I T E G R E Y WAT E R
S E RV I C E S
9A.1 SCOPE OF SECTION
This Section specifies the minimum requirements for the installation of greywater diversion
devices and sewage management facilities where the wastewater is generated and utilised onsite on the one premises where drinking water is supplied from the Authoritys reticulated
drinking water supply. The Section does not include the utilisation of reclaimed wastewater
from a reticulated scheme.
The installation requirements are defined for on-site re-use in single residential and multiple
occupancy dwellings. The on-site wastewater re-use systems may include:
a greywater diversion device (GDD) approved under the WaterMark scheme;
a greywater treatment system (GTS);
an aerated wastewater treatment system (AWTS); and
any other treatment system which treats wastewater or greywater to a suitable standard
for re-use or recycling.
The administrative requirements and approvals for greywater diversion systems and reclaimed
water treatment systems and re-use of greywater and reclaimed water are set out in Part B
Clause 3 of this Code.
NOTES:
1. Greywater is all the household wastewater from baths, showers, basins, laundries and kitchens.
Kitchen wastewater is not recommended for re-use because it contains large amounts of grease,
fat, food waste and detergent. Greywater can be directly diverted for sub-surface irrigation subject
to the requirements set out in Clause 3.2.
2. Reclaimed water is defined as treated greywater or sewage in accordance with the requirements of
the appropriate standards and conditions reticulated to properties. Sewage includes greywater and
blackwater from toilets and bidets.
9A.2 DIVERSION OF GREYWATER

There are two acceptable methods of diverting greywater:
(a)
Single-pipe sewer system - In a single-pipe sewer system the greywater diversion

shall be before a waste fixture trap.
(b)
Two-pipe sewer system (a waste stack and a soil stack) - Where a two-pipe system is
installed only the waste stack is diverted to the greywater treatment system. Any
excess greywater shall be returned to the sewer via a gully.
Storage of untreated greywater in a detention or surge tank for longer than 24 hours is not
permitted.
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9A.3
GREYWATER DIVERSION DEVICES
Greywater generated by a single residential dwelling may only be diverted directly to an onsite sub-surface irrigation system. The use of greywater for sub-surface irrigation does not
require Local Government Authority approval subject to compliance with the requirements of
Clause 75A of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005. The greywater diversion
devices shall be of the approved type under the WaterMark scheme.
Any excess greywater shall be returned to the sewer via a gully or trap.
The use of greywater diversion devices in multiple occupancy dwellings is not permitted.
NOTE: Greywater diversion devices do not treat the greywater but divert it from the source to another
use.
9A.4
RECLAIMED WATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS
The supply, installation and operation of on-site sewage management facilities for single
residential dwellings shall comply with the requirements of Environment and Health
Protection Guidelines: On-site Sewage Management for Single Households. Greywater
treatment systems and sewage management facilities available by retail sale shall be
accredited by NSW Health and the installation of any retail or designed system approved by
the Local Government Authority.
The supply, installation and operation of on-site sewage management facilities for multiple
occupancy dwellings shall comply with the requirements of Guidelines for Private
Decentralised Recycled Water Systems. The sewage management facility shall be approved
by the Local Government Authority.
9A.5 CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL
On-site greywater diversion devices and sewage management facilities shall be designed,
installed and maintained to protect the public drinking water and other reticulated water
supplies. An appropriate backflow prevention device for the degree of hazard shall be fitted
at water meter(s) (or property boundary where a water meter is not installed) on the drinking
water supply or other supply.
There shall be no connection between the greywater diversion device or sewage management
facility and the drinking water, rainwater or other sources of supply.
All external tap outlets on the drinking water, rainwater or other supplies shall be fitted with
hose connection vacuum breakers.
Where a greywater diversion device is installed, a dual check valve is to be fitted downstream
of the water meter. This may be with an integral dual check valve water meter.
Where a sewage management facility is installed, a testable double check valve shall be
installed downstream of the water meter for containment purposes at the property owners
expense.
The property owner or licensees installing any on-site greywater diversion device and/or
sewage management facility shall notify the Authority of the installation.
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9A.6 MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS

All materials and products used in a greywater diversion device and/or sewage
management facility from a direct diversion device or treatment/holding vessel to the
point of discharge shall comply with AS/NZS 3500.1 Sections 2 and 9.
9A.7 INSTALLATION
9A.7.1 On-site plumbing and drainage
All work of plumbing and drainage for greywater diversion devices and sewage management
facilities shall be carried out in accordance with the provisions of AS/NZS 3500 and this
Code.
Hose taps shall be of a type that has a removable handle, coloured purple and comply with
AS/NZS 3500.1.
9A.7.2 Installation of sewage management facility
The installation of the sewage management facility for on-site systems (single residential
dwellings and multiple occupancy dwellings) shall be in accordance with the requirements of
the Local Government Authority approval and this Code.
9A.7.3 Additional requirements for installation of reclaimed water treatment systems
for multi-occupancy dwellings
For multi-unit developments where approval has been given by the Local Government
Authority to install a sewage management facility and for use of the recycled water to supply
toilet flushing and other purposes, in addition to the requirements of this Code and AS/NZS
3500.1, the following applies:
1) Storage tanks used for retaining recycled water for sanitary flushing or other approved
purposes shall meet the requirements of AS/NZS 3500.1 Section 8.
2) A back-up water supply to ensure a constant supply to all fixtures serviced by the recycled
water system in the event of the sewage management facility malfunction shall be
provided.
3) Mains drinking water supply may be provided to supplement the treated recycled water
storage tank. The mains drinking water supply shall be by an indirect trickle top-up with
a visible air gap, external to the tank.
4) The maximum drinking water flow rate for the trickle top-up shall be set by the Authority
and based on the number of fixtures served, number of units within the building and other
approved uses.
5) The recycled water storage tanks shall be designed to have a minimum capacity to provide
continuous supply to all fixtures served over a twenty-four hour period.
6) The recycled water distribution pipework and fittings and fixtures shall meet the
requirements of AS/NZS 3500.1.
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7) System design shall include on-line monitoring as required by Guidelines for Private
Decentralised Recycled Water Systems.
8) A management system with routine monitoring to ensure the ongoing satisfactory
operation of the recycled water treatment system shall be put in place as per NSW Health
and Local Government Authority requirements.
9A.8 MARKING, LABELLING AND SIGNAGE
Greywater recycling outlets where permitted shall have signs that are marked WARNING
DO NOT DRINK in accordance with the requirements of AS 1319.
All pipes or pipe sleeves (i.e. on copper pipes within dwellings) and identification tapes
(including those on pressurised irrigation systems) shall be coloured purple as per AS 2700
and marked with the following in accordance with AS 1345 WARNING
RECYCLED/RECLAIMED WATER - DO NOT DRINK at intervals not exceeding 0.5 m.
9A.8.1 Below ground pipes
All below ground pipes shall have an identification tape marked in accordance with AS/NZS
3500.1 Clause 9.5.4.1 installed on top of the water pipeline, running longitudinally, and
fastened to the pipe at not more than 3 m intervals.
9A.8.2 Outlet points
All outlet points shall be clearly and prominently marked WARNING NOT FOR
DRINKING with prohibition signs to comply with AS 1319 and AS 1345.
9A.9 PROXIMITY TO OTHER SERVICES.
The following applies:
(a)
Above ground installations of recycled wastewater from sewage management

facilities shall not be installed within 100 mm of any parallel drinking water or
other services.
(a)
Buried installations of recycled wastewater from sewage management facilities shall not
be installed within 300 mm of any parallel drinking water or other services.
9A.10 MAINTENANCE
Greywater diversion devices and sewage management facilities shall be maintained strictly in
accordance with the above provisions and any Local Government Authority or Authority
requirements. The cost of maintenance of the greywater diversion devices and sewage
management facilities including backflow prevention shall be borne by the property
owner/occupier.
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9A.11 BASIX REQUIREMENTS

When connection to a greywater treatment system forms a commitment within a BASIX
(Building Sustainability Index) certificate, BASIX may require a connection to the following
(if nominated):
all toilets in the development;

the cold water tap that supplies each clothes washing machine in the development;
a sub-surface or non-aerosol irrigation system.
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SECTION 10
WAT E R F O R S A N I T A R Y
FLUSHING
Add NSW 10.3 Note as follows:

NSW 10.3 Note
NOTE: A 4.5/3 litre flushing cistern may be used provided it is connected to a specific purpose
designed toilet pan.

NSW 10.9.6.1 Direct connected flush valves to WC pans
Where flush valves are directly connected to the water service, prior approval shall be
obtained from the Authority. Applications shall include:
(a)
Details of the number of flush valves to be installed.
(b)
The minimum flow requirements at each valve.
(c)
The duration and volume of water used with each flush cycle.
Where required flow rates for direct connected flush valves cannot be met by the Authoritys
water main or building water service design, flush valves may be supplied through a storage
tank.
Provision shall be made to ensure that water hammer does not result from the installation of
direct connected flush valves.
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SECTION 11
PUMPS
Add NSW 11.4 (g) as follows:

NSW 11.4 (g)
(g)
have a by-pass installed around the pumping installation where:

(i)
maximum pressure in the main is greater than the elevation of the storage tank;
or
(ii)
a supplementary pumping system is used.
The by-pass shall be controlled by a stop valve and non-return valve.

NSW 11.5.1 Booster pumps high level alarm
Where pumps are controlled by switches or other devices, a high level alarm shall be installed
in the storage tank. The alarm shall be set at least 20 mm below the overflow level of the
tank.
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S E C T I O N 1 2 WAT E R R E Q U I R E M E N T S F O R
H A E M O D I A LY S I S M A C H I N E S
Delete 12.5.
NSW 12.5
WATER METERS
Consult the Authority for requirements. Some Authorities may have colour coding to denote
dialysis properties.
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SECTION 13
I N S T A L L AT I O N O F WAT E R
METERS

NSW 13.2.1 Size, location and protection of water meters
(a)
Figure 5 provides meter spacing details for Sydney Water Corporations area and
Figure 6 for water meter set-up for Hunter Water Corporations area.
(b)
In Sydney Water Corporations area, the Licensee is to ensure that the correct fittings
and spaces are left for the installation of the meter. A minimum clearance of 150 mm
is to be left under the meter on residential premises and 300 mm on commercial and
industrial premises. Licensees shall consider the added clearance to be used when
installing backflow prevention devices.
(c)
Hunter Water Corporation requires meters to be installed:

with a clearance of 300 mm under the meter;
no more than one (1) metre inside and parallel to the boundary; and
licensee to ensure correct fittings and spacing are used.
(d)
In areas outside of Sydney Water Corporation and Hunter Water Corporation other
Authorities may have different requirements for the size, location and protection of
water meters.
METER
SPACE
Small Water Meters

Size of Meter
20 mm
25 mm
32 mm
40 mm
50 mm LD
(light duty)
Meter Space
Required
244 mm
283 mm
336 mm
349 mm
320 mm
Large Water Meters (Space between inlet stop valve flange and outlet service flange)
Size of Meter
Meter Space
(mm Between
Flanges)
50 mm HD
(heavy
duty)
80 mm
100 mm
150 mm
200 mm
250 mm
300 mm
1086 mm
1260 mm
1463 mm
1952 mm
1245 mm
1316 mm
1502 mm
Includes: Dirt Box, Distance Piece, Meter and

Gate Valve
Includes: Dirt Box, Meter and Gate

Valve
NSW FIGURE 5 SYDNEY WATER CORPORATION STANDARD METER

SPACING REQUIREMENTS
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LEGEND
1.
COLD FORMED BENDS IN COPPER PIPE AND NO JOINTS FOR DN 20

AND DN 25 SERVICES.
2.
RIGHT ANGLED METER BALL COCK FOR DN 20 AND DN 25 SERVICES.

APPROVED BALL VALVES FOR SERVICES UP TO DN 50 AND
APPROVED GATE VALVES FOR SERVICES GREATER THAN DN 50.
3.
FOR METER SPACE REFER TO HUNTER WATER (SEE NOTE).
4.
BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR METERS ABOVE 20 MM.
5.
APPROVED VALVE AS REQUIRED BY CLAUSE NSW 13.3.2 AND AS

SPECIFIED FOR BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE TESTING
REQUIREMENTS AND WHERE METERS ARE INSTALLED WITHIN A
BUILDING.
6.
STANDPIPE WITH HARDWOOD TIMBER SUPPORT.
COMPRESSION FLARE JOINT CONNECTIONS UP TO DN 50 FOR

CONNECTION FROM MAIN TAP, TO PATH TAP (DN 20 AND 25), TO ELBOW
(DN 32, 40 AND 50), AND AFTER BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE.
NOTE: FOR DETAILS ON METER SPACING REQUIREMENTS REFER TO HUNTER
WATER CORPORATION INTERNET SITE: www.hunterwater.com.au
NSW FIGURE 6 HUNTER WATER CORPORATION GENERAL

ARRANGEMENT OF WATER METER SET UP
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NSW 13.2.2 Water service in right-of-ways/easements
X
X
X
X
X
X
In right-of-ways and easements, the meter shall be installed as close as possible to the street
alignment. For location of water services and meters within easements to battleaxe blocks,
see NSW Figure 7.
NSW FIGURE 7 LOCATION OF WATER SERVICE AND METERS WITHIN

EASEMENTS TO BATTLEAXE BLOCKS
Add NSW 13.3.1(d) as follows:
NSW 13.3.1(d)
(d)
Where risers penetrate a concrete slab, the risers shall be sleeved to allow annular
movement and permit meter maintenance.
Delete 13.3.2
NSW 13.3.2 Additional isolation valve
An additional isolation valve shall be installed on the outlet of a meter when the meter is
located:
(a)
inside a building; or
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(b)
outside a building and the water service is:

DN 50 and larger;
of any size where water damage may occur with removal of the meter.

NSW 13.3.4 Installation of water meters non-drinking water supplies
Non-drinking water meters shall be fitted in accordance with AS/NZS 3500.1 Clause 9.5.5
and be above ground unless prior approval is obtained from the Authority and shall be
installed in accordance with NSW Clause 13.2.1.
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S E C T I O N 1 4 I N S T A L L AT I O N O F WAT E R
S U P P LY S Y S T E M S F R O M R A I N WAT E R T A N K S
NSW 14.1.1 Rainwater tanks that collect roof water only
Clauses 14.2 through to NSW 14.6 of this Section set out minimum requirements for
installation of a water supply system from rainwater tanks that collect roof water only. It
applies to rainwater tanks that are installed in areas where a reticulated drinking water supply
is also provided to the property. It covers:
above ground and fully or partially buried rainwater tanks;
the topping up of the tank from the drinking supply;
pipework from the tank to fixtures and outlets;
direct connection with the drinking water supply; and
backflow prevention.
NSW Health does NOT recommend the use of rainwater for drinking purposes where a
reticulated drinking water supply is available. See Part B, Clause 3.1.2.
NSW 14.1.2 Rainwater tanks that collect surface water run-off
Clauses NSW 9.7 to NSW 9.10 and NSW 14.6 and NSW 14.7 of this Section set out
minimum requirements for installation of a water supply system from a surface water
collection tank. It applies to tanks that collect surface water run-off for re-use within the
property and which are installed in areas where a reticulated drinking and/or non-drinking
water supply is also provided to the property. It covers surface water collection systems used
for non-drinking purposes.
NSW 14.3.1.1 BASIX requirements
When connection to a rainwater tank forms a commitment within a BASIX (Building
Sustainability Index) Certificate, BASIX can require a connection to the following (if
nominated):
all toilets in the development;
the cold water tap that supplies each clothes washing machine in the development;
all other indoor cold water taps in the development;
at least one outdoor tap in the development; and
all hot water systems in the development.
NSW 14.3.2 Marking and labelling
NOTE: All RAINWATER labels or signs to be in yellow or green.
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NSW 14.3.3 Interconnection between service pipes
NOTE: Refer to the following examples showing plumbing installation requirements for rainwater
tanks with a direct connection to the service from the Authoritys water supply.
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Example 1a Plumbing for above ground rainwater tanks with a direct connection to the drinking
water supply and providing rainwater for all outlets for all purposes in single domestic premises
NOTE: NSW Health do not recommend rainwater supply to the whole house when reticulated water supply is
available.
Example 1b Plumbing for above ground rainwater tanks with a direct connection to the drinking
water supply and providing rainwater to the garden, washing machine and toilet only in single
domestic premises
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Example 1c Plumbing for above ground rainwater tanks with an air gap and pump by-pass
connection to the drinking water supply and providing rainwater for all purposes in single domestic
premises
NOTE: NSW Health do not recommend rainwater supply to the whole house when reticulated water supply is
available.
Example 1d Plumbing for above ground rainwater tanks with an air gap and pump by-pass
connection to the drinking water supply and providing rainwater to outdoor, toilet and washing
machine only in single domestic premises
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NSW 14.3.4 Backflow prevention
Where rainwater tank installations have been designed and installed so as to allow connection
with the drinking water supply the following is required. (See also NSW Tables 14.1 and
14.2 below.)
(a)
Zone protection zone protection shall also be provided by installation of an

authorised backflow prevention device, suitable for the degree of hazard and sized to
suit the water service. The backflow prevention device shall be fitted immediately
upstream on the drinking water service at the point of connection.
Where a hot water heater is fed by a rainwater supply, or any alternative water supply
(e.g. bore or dam water), and a temperature control device is installed and connected
to the mains drinking water supply then, a backflow prevention device shall be fitted
upstream of the drinking water service at the point of connection with the temperature
control device.
(b)
Containment protection where a rainwater tank is to be connected (either directly or

via an air gap) with the on-site drinking water supply, the mains supply shall be
protected by installation of an authorised backflow prevention device, suitable for the
degree of hazard and sized to suit the water service, fitted immediately downstream of
the water meter or integral with the water meter.
(c)
The Authority shall permit a non-testable backflow prevention device to be used as

zone protection for above ground rainwater tanks and a water meter with an integral
dual check valve for containment if the drinking water service is DN 20 DN 25.
(d)
Hunter Water Corporation shall permit a non-testable backflow prevention device to

be used for zone protection and a testable double check valve to be used for
containment protection for fully or partially buried rainwater tanks.
The Authority reserves the right to require greater backflow prevention or to disallow
cross-connection if rainwater tanks are not installed or operated in strict compliance
with the Authoritys Plumbing Guidelines for Rainwater Tanks.
(e)
(f)
Where any sides of the rainwater tank are buried, the tank shall be treated as a fully
buried tank for backflow prevention requirements.
Delete Table 14.1

Add NSW Table 14.1 as follows:
NSW TABLE 14.1
BACKFLOW PREVENTION REQUIREMENTS (ZONE PROTECTION)
Rainwater Tank
Location
Above ground
Fully or partially buried
Meter Size
(mm)
20
25
32
20
25
32
Type of Backflow Prevention

Dual Check Valve
Dual Check Valve
Dual Check Valve
Testable Double Check Valve
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Add NSW Table 14.2 as follows:

NSW TABLE 14.2
BACKFLOW PREVENTION REQUIREMENTS (CONTAINMENT)
Rainwater Tank
Location
Above ground
Fully or partially buried
Meter Size
(mm)
20
25
32
20
25
32
Type of Backflow Prevention Containment

Dual Check Valve (combined with meter)
Dual Check Valve
Dual Check Valve
Delete 14.4
NSW 14.4
PROVISION FOR TOP-UP WATER
(a)
Rainwater tank services that are not directly connected to the drinking water supply
may have an indirect connection for topping up from the drinking water supply.
(b)
If required by the Authority, the top-up mechanism shall incorporate a device to limit
the flow rate as set by the Authority.
(c)
The indirect connection shall be by means of a visible air gap, external to the
rainwater tank.
(d)
Rainwater tanks shall not be topped up from any non-drinking water supply without
proper identification on all pipework, the rainwater tank and at all outlets.
The following technical drawings provide plumbing installation details for above ground
rainwater tanks with an indirect connection to the drinking water supply.
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TECHNICAL DRAWINGS
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NSW 14.6
COMBINATION RAINWATER/DETENTION SYSTEM
Rainwater tanks may be used for rainwater detention purposes as well as for re-use within the
household and premises. A combination rainwater/detention tank may be designed to delay
the discharge of excess roof water to the stormwater drainage system at a controlled rate.
Stormwater detention conditions are to be determined by the Local Government Authority.
NSW 14.7
MAINTENANCE OF ROOF WATER COLLECTION AND USE
SYSTEMS
The rainwater tank shall be maintained by the property owner in accordance with the above
provisions and any other local Authoritys requirements.
NOTE: Maintenance and the quality of the water supplied from a tank are the responsibility of the
property owner, not the Authority.
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SECTION 15
M U LT I - U N I T D E V E L O P M E N T S
Delete 15.1
NSW 15.1
This Section specifies the minimum requirements for main lines of water services located
within common property of a multi-unit development of 20 or more residential buildings up to
three storeys in height.
In Sydney Water Corporations area of operation, main lines of water services in community
title developments shall be designed in accordance with AS/NZS 3500.1 Section 15.
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PROVISIONS TO
AS/NZS 3500
PART 2
SANITARY PLUMBING AND DRAINAGE

AS/NZS 3500.2:2003
Part 2: Sanitary plumbing and drainage
SECTION 2
Delete 2.2
NSW 2.2
AUTHORIZATION
Materials and products used in sanitary plumbing and drainage installations shall comply with
the requirements of this Code and SAA MP 52 2001 or AS 5200 as applicable.
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SECTION 3
DRAINAGE DESIGN

NSW 3.3.5.1 DN 40 and DN 50 traps
DN 40 or DN 50 traps shall NOT be installed below ground.
NSW 3.9.2.4 Low level vents Central Business District
The use of low level vents is NOT permitted within the Central Business District (CBD) of a
city or town as defined by the Local Government Authority.
NOTE: This clause applies where a building takes up the whole allotment within a CBD. It is used to
eliminate trip hazards and sewage odour complaints.

NSW 3.14.1 Underground structure connected to the sewer
Where permitted by the Authority and only when prior approval has been obtained,
underground structures may be permitted to be connected to the sewer by gravity, provided
that:
(a)
the floor drains to a floor waste gully of not less than DN 100;
(b)
a reflux valve is fitted immediately downstream of the floor waste gully trap;
(c)
the drain between the reflux valve and the sewer is not less than DN 100; and
(d)
any other conditions required by the Authority.
An inspection shaft or boundary trap is not normally required.

Add NSW 3.15.2 (c) and (d) as follows:
NSW 3.15.2 Inlet below flood level
(c)
Where fixtures exist below the declared flood level (usually 1 in a 100 year flood
event) and an ejector or pumping station is constructed, a high level vent to
atmosphere or an air admittance valve above the declared flood level shall be installed
on the pump station rising main to prevent siphonage of the pump station when flood
levels recede.
(d)
If the flood area is also a designated surcharge area, the gully riser shall be 150 mm
above the surcharge level provided by the Authority. A sewage pumping station shall
be required to pump sewage to the sewerage system under all conditions.
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NSW 3.15.3 Fixture levels in flood prone areas
In areas subject to known flooding, the lowest fixture (generally a floor waste) to be drained
by gravitation to the Authoritys sewer shall be a minimum of 150 mm above the height of the
relief gully. The relief shall be a minimum of 150 mm above the declared flood level.
Add NSW 3.16 (c), (d) and (e) as follows:
NSW 3.16
RE-USE OF EXISTING DRAINS
(c)
The requirements of (a) and (b) above apply to buildings that are to be totally
refurbished or substantially redeveloped. An example of a totally refurbished or
substantially redeveloped building is where the occupants are required to vacate the
building for work to be carried out.
(d)
Where buildings are being demolished, substantially redeveloped or totally

refurbished, the drainage is to be renewed back to the sewer main junction.
(e)
Where the existing drainage appears to be in good condition, of approved materials

and not of mortar-jointed vitrified clay pipes, the property owner by written
confirmation to maintain or replace any defective drainage may request the retention
of existing drainage. A full test from the existing junction shall be carried out and, if
satisfactory, existing drainage may be retained.
Add NSW 3.18 (f) and (g) as follows:

NSW 3.18
VACUUM SYSTEMS
(f)
Swimming pool water, filter backwash or garbage disposal units shall not discharge
without prior approval of the Authority to a sanitary drain.
(g)
Sanitary drain to the vacuum sewage collection chamber shall be connected in

accordance with NSW Figure 8.
NOTE: The maintenance of the vacuum sewage collection chamber is the responsibility of the
Authority.
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NSW FIGURE 8 SANITARY DRAINAGE CONNECTION TO VACUUM

SEWAGE COLLECTION CHAMBER
NSW 3.20
PRESSURE SEWERAGE SYSTEMS
Where a sewage management facility, e.g. Septic Tank Effluent Pumping System (STEP)
tank or sewage ejection pump station, is installed on a single domestic premises it shall be
approved by the Local Government Authority and accredited by NSW Health.
NSW 3.20.1 General
Pressure sewerage systems consist of either:
(a)
Septic tank effluent pumping (STEP) systems with:
Septic tank;
Effluent holding tank;
Pump and rising main; and
Discharge to Authoritys sewer
or
(b)
Grinder Pump System with:
Sewage wet well;
Pump and rising main; and
Discharge to Authoritys pressure or gravity sewer.
NOTES:
1.
The Grinder Pump System may be fully or partially owned by the Authority.
2.
Accredited pressure sewer systems refer only to systems serving a single property with an EP
less than 10.
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NSW 3.20.2 Holding tank or wet well capacity

The holding tank or wet well shall have a minimum storage capacity of either:
(a)
One (1) day where two (2) pumps are installed, or
(b)
Three (3) days where one (1) pump is installed. This may be reduced to one (1) day
where the system owner complies with NSW Clause 3.20.3.
The average daily flow shall be 180 litres/EP/day except where the relevant planning
authority approves a lesser value.
NSW 3.20.3 Reduced grinder pump capacity
The capacity requirements may be reduced for grinder pump systems where the system
utilises a level based alarm system and the system owner has a formalised emergency
response procedure to manage system failure. The reduction shall be based on the system
having an appropriate emergency storage volume.
The minimum required emergency storage (volume between alarm level and overflow) shall
be:
(a)
For single residential dwelling the tank or vessel, containing the grinder pump, shall
have a minimum capacity equal to six (6) hours of the average peak flow measured
over an eight hour period per day.
Example: The daily flow rate for a 3-bedroom residential dwelling, designed for
occupation by a minimum of 5 persons, is calculated at 750 litres/day. The average
peak flow over an eight hour period is approximately 100 litres/hour. The minimum
capacity for a sewage ejection pump station installed to serve a 3-bedroom residential
dwelling therefore shall be 600 litres.
(b)
For other than single residential buildings the required emergency capacity shall be
calculated using the following equation:
Emergency Storage Capacity (litres) = MRT * ADF * EP / 24
MRT = maximum response time (hours) as determined by the response procedure.
ADF average daily flow (litres per EP per day)
EP = equivalent population.
The average daily flow shall be 150 litres/EP/day except where the relevant planning
authority approves a lesser value.
The calculated EP shall be determined using NSW Table 3.8 or the latest national census data.
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NSW TABLE 3.8

EMERGENCY STORAGE CAPACITY HOLDING TANKS AND WET WELLS
EP
To be determined using WSA-02
Sewerage Code of Australia
For each townhouse the EP shall
be 2 EP for the first bedroom and
1 for every additional bedroom
Commercial Premises
Townhouse Development
When using national census data the calculated EP for any property shall be determined by
calculating the average density for similar building types within the same collection district
and adding 0.5. Where the collection district has limited data, say less than 10 buildings,
additional data from adjoining collection districts are to be included in the evaluation of the
average density.
Regardless of the foregoing, the volume between pump cut in level and alarm level shall not
be less than 100 litres and the volume between alarm level and overflow level shall not be less
than 400 litres.
Where a pumping station is required to serve an EP of more than 20 EP, the developer is to
obtain the storage requirements from the approving authority.
NSW 3.20.4 Connection between septic tank and holding tank
The septic tank and effluent holding tank shall be installed on a common concrete slab and
connected with flexible pipework joints to permit movement.
For single domestic premises the septic tank, collection well and grinder pump system when
available by retail purchase are sewage management facilities prescribed by the Local
Government (General) Regulation 2005 and shall be of a type accredited by NSW Health.
They require separate installation and operational approval by the Local Government
Authority.
NSW 3.20.5 Pump to sewer requirements
Prior to a connection being made to pump raw sewage or effluent from a septic tank or
holding well to the Authoritys sewer, application shall be made to the Authority. Applicants
shall meet the pump to sewer requirements and conditions for all connections to the sewer.
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SECTION 4
DRAINAGE SYSTEM

NSW 4.2.4 Connection of subsoil drainage to a sanitary drain
Where permitted by the Authority, subsoil drainage shall connect to a sanitary drain through:
(a)
a silt arrestor; and
(b)
a P trap charged with a hose tap; and
(c)
a reflux valve in an inspection chamber; and
(d)
any other conditions required by the Authority.

NSW 4.2.5 Soffit requirements
Soffit requirements shall be as follows:
(a)
Between the soffit of the sewer and the overflow gully or lowest fixture, there shall be
a minimum height of 1.2 m (900 mm in Hunter Water Corporations area).
(b)
The height of 1.2 m (900 mm in Hunter Water Corporations area) may be reduced to
900 mm (or 600 in Hunter Water Corporations area) where:
(c)
(i)
the number of properties connected upstream of the subject property does not
exceed 10 or the equivalent loading, e.g. 24 fixture units per property; or
(ii)
the gradient of the sewer downstream of the subject property is steeper than 1
in 30; and
(iii)
the overflow gully is installed immediately upstream of the inspection shaft or

boundary trap.
Where minimum soffit requirements cannot be achieved, fixtures shall connect by

means of:
ejector; or
pump; or
reflux valve
installed in accordance with AS/NZS 3500.2.
Prior to installation of the reflux valve, approval shall be obtained from the Authority
for its use and installation position (refer to Part B Clause 1.14).

NSW 4.2.6 Separation of joint services
Where a property is disconnected from an existing joint sanitary drain and reconnected to the
same sewer, and the minimum soffit requirements cannot be achieved, a reflux valve is NOT
required provided that:
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the existing soffit requirements are not reduced by more than 300 mm; and
there is no record of surcharge in the sewer.
Add NSW 4.3.1 (i) as follows:

NSW 4.3.1 (i)
(i)
be suitably sealed to ensure that ingress of water or other foreign material does not
enter drainage points for internal fixtures during construction. External drainage left
unconnected for any period shall also be suitably sealed to ensure that no foreign
material enters the private drainage line or the Authoritys sewer.
Delete 4.4.2.1 (b)

Add NSW 4.4.2.1 (b) and (d) as follows:
NSW 4.4.2.1. (b)
(b)
Riser. The cap shall be suitably sealed into the shaft or riser. Where the riser is of
vitrified clay or PVC-U, it shall be protected from damage at ground level by means of
concrete surround minimum 100 mm width and 100 mm depth.
(d)
Inspection shafts and boundary trap risers shall be in place with the risers surrounded
in concrete as specified above prior to inspection by the Authority.
Delete 4.4.2.2 (b)

Add NSW 4.4.2.2 (b) as follows:
NSW 4.4.2.2 (b)
(b)
Riser. Where possible not closer than 600 mm or further than 1.2 metres from the
property alignment.
Add NSW 4.4.2.3 (c) and (d) as follows:

NSW 4.4.2.3 (c)
(c)
Area used for the supply, preparation, storage or manufacture of food for human
consumption. Where located inside a building other than classes 1, 2 & 3 under the
Building Code of Australia (BCA) and located in an area used for the supply,
preparation, storage or manufacture of food for human consumption, a ventilated
chamber shall be provided. The ventilated chamber shall:
(i)
be fully enclosed;
(ii)
have a minimum internal dimension of 1.5 m x 1.2 m x 2 m;
(iii)
be fitted with a gas-tight door, with the doorsill 300 mm above the floor
surface;
(iv)
be ventilated to open air by any of the following means:

(1)
By two (2) DN 100 vents, one located close to floor level and the other
located close to the ceiling level. The vents shall terminate in
accordance with AS/NZS 3500.2 Clause 6.8.4.
(2)
By mechanical ventilation according to the Authoritys requirements;
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(3)
(d)
By two (2) 150 x 150 mm ventilators in the common external wall of

the building, if this wall is in open air.
Inspection shafts and boundary traps shall not be installed within classes 1, 2 & 3
buildings.
Delete 4.5.4
NSW 4.5.4
Reflux valve chambers
Except where a reflux valve is installed in an accessible position within a building (see
AS/NZS 3500 Clause 9.13.2), or can be fully serviced and maintained from ground level, all
reflux valves shall be installed within a chamber complying with AS/NZS 3500 Clause 4.8.
PVC-U reflux valves shall be installed in a chamber in accordance with AS/NZS 3500.2
Clause 4.8 where they are located:
(a)
immediately downstream of a boundary trap; or
(b)
immediately downstream of an inspection shaft in a non-boundary trap area; or
(c)
under a building,
Add NSW 4.6.2 (e) as follows:

NSW 4.6.2 (e)
(e)
be installed in place with a concrete surrounded top at a minimum of 75 mm above the

final ground or surface level. The top of the gully shall be a minimum of 150 mm
below the lowest fixture connected. All work shall be completed prior to the drainage
inspection by the Authority.
Delete 4.6.6.5 (b) (ii)

Add NSW 4.6.6.5 (b) (ii) as follows:
NSW 4.6.6.5 (b) (ii)
(b)
(ii)
An overflow pipe of the same size as the gully riser shall be installed at a grade
of not less than 1.25% falling back to the gully, and terminate in the open air at
an external wall of the building in accordance with AS/NZS 3500.2 Clauses
4.6.6.6 and 4.6.6.7. However, areas affected by flooding shall comply with
AS/NZS 3500.2 Clause 4.6.6.8.
Add NSW 4.6.7.3 (a) as follows:

NSW 4.6.7.3 (a)
(a)
Notwithstanding Table 4.4, bidet/bidette are classed as a soil fixture and are not to
discharge through a floor waste
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Delete 4.6.7.5
NSW 4.6.7.5 Floor waste gullies prohibited locations
Floor
any:
waste gullies with the exception of untrapped floor drains shall NOT be installed in
refrigerated cool room;
air condition return air plenums;
grease arrestor chamber;
area which will permit the ingress of unauthorised discharge; or
saunas and/or steamrooms
Add NSW 4.7.1.1 (i) and (j) as follows:

NSW 4.7.1.1 (i) and (j)
(i)
On each branch off a main line internal of the building connecting one or more water
closets or slop hoppers.
(j)
Where an inspection opening is required inside the building in accordance with NSW
Clause 4.7.1.1 (i) above, a riser shall be extended to floor level as follows:
(i)
(ii)
in an accessible position; and

sealed with an airtight cover.
Where access to the under floor area is greater than 600 mm, the riser extension is not
required.
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SECTION 5
E X C AVAT I O N B E D D I N G S U P P O R T
AND BACKFILLING
Add NSW 5.4.2 (c) (v) and (vi) as follows:

NSW 5.4.2 (c) (v) and (vi)
(v)
not be used to support pipelines in roadways or where depth to invert exceeds

1.5m;
(vi)
not be used to support PVC-U pipes located in areas subject to vehicular

traffic. Rigid pipes shall be installed in accordance with AS 4060. Particular
attention is to be made to bedding, haunch and overlay requirements.
Delete 5.4.2 (d)

Add NSW 5.4.2 (d) as follows:
NSW 5.4.2 (d)
(d)
Sand or excavated material is not permitted to be used for bedding with the exception
of drains laid in natural sand.
Add NSW 5.5 (d) as follows:

NSW 5.5 (d)
(d)
In public roadways the backfill material shall be treated to achieve compaction as

required by the Authority responsible for the roadway.

NSW 5.7
DRAINS IN MINE SUBSIDENCE AREAS
In mine subsidence areas approval of the Mine Subsidence Board is required for drainage
larger than DN 150 size.
NSW 5.8
DRAINS IN UNUSUAL SITUATIONS
Where drains are to be installed in the following situations, the Licensee is to seek special
approval from the Authority prior to any work being commenced:
in tunnels;
in graded bore holes;
in flood areas;
in water charged ground; or
in filled ground
The Licensee may also need to seek approval from other agencies to undertake the work.
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SECTION 6 GENERAL DESIGN

R E Q U I R E M E N T S F O R S A N I TA RY P L U M B I N G
SYSTEMS
NSW 6.8.4 (g)
(g)
Vent pipes shall be fitted with a cowl. The roof penetration shall be flashed and made
watertight.

NSW 6.9.2 (g)
(g)
Where air admittance valves are installed on a sanitary plumbing drainage system
particular attention is to be made to the maintenance of water seals. Refer to AS/NZS
3500.2 Clause 13.2 (d) and any other requirements of the Authority. When testing the
sanitary plumbing drainage system, Licensees must ensure that all traps retain a
minimum of 25 mm water seal and meet the requirements of AS/NZS 3500.2 Clause
13.2 (d).
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SECTION 9
G E N E R A L I N S T A L L AT I O N O F
PIPEWORK

NSW 9.4.7 Concealment of pipes and fittings
Pipes in cavity walls shall be installed so that the moisture resistance of the wall is maintained
and adequate provision is made for expansion and contraction of the pipework.
NSW 9.13.2 (c)
(c)
Soil and waste stacks shall not discharge through a reflux valve except where a reflux
valve is installed at the connection to the sewer required with surcharging sewers.
Delete 9.14.5
NSW 9.14.5 Cement mortar joints (CM)
Where repairs or connections to existing vitrified clay pipelines are made using cement
mortar (clay and cement or cement mortar), new cement joints and fittings shall be concrete
encased 100 mm clear of sockets.
Cement mortar shall comply with Clause 2.7.2 of AS/NZS 3500:2.
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SECTION 10
PUMPED DISCHARGE
Add NSW 10.6.1 (e) (l) as follows:

NSW 10.6.1 General
(e)
Pump flow level switches are to be set to operate at a maximum of one days capacity.
(f)
Indicators are to be installed to signal pump failure and when the tank is full.
(g)
Pumps shall be of the open vane type or positive displacement type for effluent and
grinder/mutrator type for raw sewage.
(h)
Pumps shall be sized to deliver the nominated flow in accordance with the Authoritys
requirements.
(i)
Operation of pumping shall be facilitated with the installation of a timing device, set
to operate at periods nominated by the Authority.
(j)
A metallic suction pipe to the pump shall be used and installed 100 mm from the
bottom of the tank. This suction pipe shall be joined to the pump body with a
union/flange connection. It shall be sleeved where the pipe passes through the tank
top to permit easy removal for maintenance and/or cleaning.
(k)
Electrical work shall be in accordance with the requirements of AS/NZS 3000 and the
electricity authority.
(l)
A non-return valve and isolation valve is to be installed in the rising main at the
property boundary. An inspection box is to be fitted on the isolation valve.
Delete 10.7 (h)

Add NSW 10.7 (h) as follows:
NSW 10.7 (h)
(h)
Direct to Authoritys sewer and be labelled at the junction with non-corroding material
to identify the property served.

NSW 10.7.1 Rising mains
(a)
Rising mains, and pump effluent rising mains, shall be sized to ensure satisfactory
operation of the system, and
(b)
Rising mains or discharge pipes shall be laid in the Authoritys footpath allocation, or
as directed by the Local Government Authority. Where non-metallic pipe is used,
trace wire must be laid along to the rising main attached at intervals of not more than
three (3) metres.
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Add NSW Section 10A as follows:
N S W S E C T I O N 1 0 A O N - S I T E G R E Y WAT E R
DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
10A.1 SCOPE OF SECTION
This Section specifies the minimum drainage requirements for the installation of on-site
drainage systems (land application systems) for wastewater arising from greywater diversion
devices and greywater treatment systems. This Section does not consider the recycling of
treated greywater for domestic uses such as toilet flushing. This Section does not specify
design requirements for on-site drainage (land application) systems.
On-site drainage (land application) systems may include but are not restricted to:
Sub-soil application absorption trenches;

Sub-surface irrigation systems;
Surface irrigation systems;
Amended soil systems; and
Evaporation-transpiration beds.
The administrative requirements and approvals for greywater diversion systems and reclaimed
water treatment systems are set out in Part B Clause 3 of this Code. The technical
requirements are set out in Variations and Additional Provisions to AS/NZS 3500 Section
9A.
NOTES:
1. Greywater is all the household wastewater from baths, showers, basins, laundries and kitchens.
Kitchen wastewater is not recommended for re-use because it contains large amounts of grease,
fat, food waste and detergent. Untreated greywater can be directly diverted for sub-surface
irrigation subject to the requirements set out in Part B Clause 3.2.
2. Reclaimed water is defined as treated greywater or sewage in accordance with the requirements of
the appropriate standards and conditions. Sewage includes greywater and blackwater from toilets,
bidets and bidettes.
10A.2 DIVERSION OF GREYWATER

There are two acceptable methods of diverting greywater:
(a)
Single-pipe sewer system - In a single-pipe sewer system the greywater diversion shall
be before a waste fixture trap.
(b)
Two-pipe sewer system (a waste stack and a soil stack) - Where a two-pipe system is
installed only the waste stack is diverted to the greywater diversion or treatment
system.
10A.3 GREYWATER DIVERSION DEVICES

Untreated greywater generated by a single residential dwelling may be only diverted directly
to an on-site sub-surface irrigation system. The use of untreated greywater for sub-surface
irrigation does not require Local Government Authority approval subject to compliance with
the requirements of Clause 75A of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005. The
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greywater diversion devices shall be certified in accordance with MP52 or ATS 5200. Any
excess greywater shall be returned to the sewer via a gully or trap.
A licensee installing a greywater diversion device on a property shall contact the Authority to
arrange for the installation of a new meter containing an integral dual check valve (where a 20
mm or 25 mm meter is fitted). This is to provide protection to the drinking water supply from
any misuse of the greywater.
The use of greywater diversion devices in multiple occupancy dwellings is not permitted.
NOTE: Greywater diversion devices do not treat the greywater but divert it from the source to a subsurface land application area.
10A.4 GREYWATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS

The supply, installation and operation of on-site greywater treatment systems for single
residential dwellings shall comply with the requirements of Environment and Health
Protection Guidelines: On-site Sewage Management for Single Households. Greywater
treatment systems available by retail sale shall be accredited by NSW Health and the
installation of the system approved by the Local Government Authority.
The supply, installation and operation of on-site reclaimed water treatment systems for
multiple occupancy dwellings shall comply with the requirements of the Guidelines for
Private Decentralised Recycled Water Systems. The reclaimed water treatment system shall
be approved by the Local Government Authority.
10A.5 MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS
All pipes, valves and fittings from a treatment/holding vessel or direct diversion device to a
point of discharge shall comply with AS/NZS 3500.2 Section 2.
10A.6 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Installation requirements for greywater drainage systems include the following:
(a)
All work of plumbing and drainage for greywater drainage systems shall be carried
out in accordance with the provisions of AS/NZS 3500 and this Code.
(b)
Holding vessels for greywater treatment systems shall have a vent installed in
accordance with AS/NZS 3500.2 Clause 6.8. All access openings to the tank shall be
gas-tight.
(c)
Storage of untreated greywater in a detention or surge tank for longer than 24 hours is
not permitted.
(d)
There shall be a permanent connection from the storage/treatment vessel to the normal
sanitary plumbing and drainage system discharge point.
(e)
Any greywater to be returned to an Authoritys sewage system shall be conveyed via a

trap to a disconnector gully.
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(f)
The residuals return from on-site greywater treatment systems shall not be returned to
the sewerage system without the prior approval of the Authority.
(g)
Any alteration to existing plumbing or drainage must ensure that venting and overflow
arrangements have not been affected by the diversion system. Drainage venting and
overflow gullies shall continue to comply with AS/NZS 3500.2.
(h)
Water seals must be maintained.
(i)
A permanent connection to the sewer must be maintained to prevent greywater

distribution during wet weather. Rainwater must not be discharged to the sewer
through the greywater return or overflow.
10A.7 SEPTICITY CONTROL

On-site greywater diversion devices and greywater treatment systems shall be designed,
installed and maintained to prevent detention of untreated greywater in the system. A
balance/surge tank may be used to store greywater providing the detention time does not
exceed 24 hours.
10A.8 MARKING, LABELLING AND SIGNAGE
Greywater collection and discharge pipes and holding/storage vessels shall be marked
WARNING WASTEWATER DO NOT DRINK. Markings on identification tapes, pipe
and sleeves shall be coloured as per AS 2700 and at intervals not exceeding 2 m.
In multi-occupancy dwellings blackwater, greywater and any other sanitary plumbing
pipework shall also be marked at intervals not exceeding 2 m for identification between
greywater and other plumbing systems.
10A.9 PROXIMITY TO OTHER SERVICES
The following applies:
(a)
Above ground installations of greywater/reclaimed water services shall not be installed

within 100 mm of any parallel drinking water or other services.
(b)
Buried installations of greywater/reclaimed services shall not be installed within 300

mm of any parallel drinking water or other services.
10A.10 MAINTENANCE
Greywater drainage systems, greywater diversion devices and greywater treatment systems
shall be maintained strictly in accordance with the above provisions and any Local
Government Authority or Authority requirements. The cost of maintenance of the greywater
diversion devices and greywater systems, including backflow prevention, shall be borne by
the property owner/occupier.
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Dual check valve backflow protection

of the drinking water supply must
be located at the meter and hose
connection vacuum breakers on all
hose tap outlets
Laundry Tub
Normal connection
to house drainage
House drainage to sewer
Below ground irrigation systems in compliance with

Clause 75A Local Government (General) Regulation 2005
TYPICAL GREYWATER DIVERSION FROM LAUNDRY TUBS

Testable double check valve backflow
protection of the drinking water supply
must be located at the meter and
hose connection vacuum breakers on all
hose tap outlets
Laundry Tub
House Drainage to Sewer
Normal connection
Greywater
Treatment
System
(GTS)
Overflow / return to sewer through a gully
To Local Government Authority

approved applications
(ie. irrigation systems)
TYPICAL DIVERSION TO GREYWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM (GTS)

*NOTE: Connection of diversion valves may be made prior to or after the trap subject to a trap water seal to
prevent odours entering the building.
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Vent
Vent
Soil
Stack
Bath
Basin
Shower
Waste
Stack
Testable double check valve

backflow protection of the
drin kin g wa ter s upply must
be located at the meter and
hose connection vacuum breakers
on all hose tap outlets
Floorwaste
Bath
Basin
House Drainage to Sewer
Shower
Floorwaste
Basin
DGTS overflow to
discharge through a
Reflux Valve & Gully
Laundry
Tub
Greywater Treatment System

Approved
Irrigation System
NOT FOR
DRINKING
Recycled water to
Local Government Authority
approved applications
Two pipe sanitary plumbing system which allows the harvesting

of greywater for reuse / recycling.
MULTI-OCCUPANCY
TYPICAL GREYWATER DUAL PIPE DIVERSION TO A GTS
NOTE: There may need to be a pressure storage tank or header tank to supply treated
greywater.
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SECTION 11
FIXTURES AND APPLIANCES

NSW 11.3.1.1 Fixtures and appliances in wet areas
All fixtures and appliances installed in wet areas shall be installed in accordance with:
AS 3740;
Other relevant Australian Standards; and
Manufacturers instructions
Add NSW 11.6 (c) as follows:
NSW 11.6 (c)
(c)
Each autopsy table shall be drained through a flushing floor waste gully. The gully
shall have an outlet DN 65 or larger and shall be fitted with a removable stainless steel
strainer.
Delete 11.10
NSW 11.10 BEDPAN WASHERS AND SANITISERS STEAM VENTS
Bedpan washers and sanitisers shall be fitted with traps and discharge pipes not smaller than
DN 80. Bedpan washers and sanitisers which are not fitted with internal vents shall be fitted
with a steam vent pipe and in accordance with the manufacturers guidelines and
requirements.
Delete 11.14
NSW 11.14 FOOD WASTE DISPOSAL UNITS (DOMESTIC TYPE)
Food waste disposal units are only permitted for domestic use with the Authoritys approval.
Sydney Water Corporation and Hunter Water Corporation allow installations of domestic
units but require notification of new installations provided on the Permit Certificate of
Compliance for the property (see Clause 4.11.1 Part B of this Code).
Delete 11.19.4 Note
NSW 11.19.4 Note
NOTE: Laboratory sinks shall discharge through a pre-treatment unit as required by the Authority.
Delete 11.24.1
NSW 11.24.1 Ablution troughs commercial and industrial
Ablution troughs shall be connected either to a trap not smaller than DN 50 or untrapped to a
floor waste gully (see AS/NZS 3500.2 Table 4.4). The maximum length of ablution trough
draining to each fixture trap shall not exceed 4.2 m.
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Add NSW 11.26.1 (d) as follows:

NSW 11.26.1 (d)
(d)
The pumped discharge from a domestic clothes washing machine may be diverted to
an approved greywater diversion system, or for approved distribution on the subject
property.
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Add NSW Section 14 Liquid Trade Waste as follows:
NSW SECTION 14
NSW 14.1
L I Q U I D T R A D E WA S T E
SCOPE
This section specifies the requirements for the location, ventilation, outlets and general
requirements for arrestors and special arrestor units used to treat trade waste prior to it
entering the sewerage system.
It does not cover the type of pre-treatment facilities that may be required.
Licensees shall refer to the Authoritys trade waste requirements.
NSW 14.2
All materials and products for work of liquid trade waste connected to a sewerage system
shall be authorised in accordance with SAA MP 52 and any other conditions or limitations set
by the Authority.
NSW 14.2.1 Copper pipes liquid trade waste
Copper pipe and fittings shall NOT be used to convey liquid trade waste.
NSW 14.2.2 PVC-U pipes and fittings
PVC-U pipes and fittings shall NOT be used at any point where the temperature of the waste
exceeds 60C.
NSW 14.3
FIXTURES AND APPLIANCES
All trade waste arrestors, fixtures and appliances shall be installed in accordance with:
Relevant Australian Standards;
Manufacturers instructions;
AS 3740 in wet areas with waterproofing; and
Any other requirements specified by the Authority.
NSW 14.3.2 Installation of fixtures and appliances
NSW 14.3.2.3 Kitchen sinks commercial and industrial
Kitchen sinks shall discharge through a grease arrestor unless otherwise permitted by the
Authority. See also AS/NZS 3500.2 Clause 11.19.
NSW 14.3.2.5 Wash down area for domestic garbage containers
Wash down areas for domestic garbage containers shall be:
(a)
provided with a concrete floor which is graded to an in-floor dry basket arrestor;
(b)
roofed and with stormwater diverted away from the area. For details of wash down
area drainage, see NSW Figure 9.
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NSW FIGURE 9 WASH DOWN AREA FOR DOMESTIC GARBAGE

CONTAINERS
Add NSW 14.3.2.6 as follows
NSW 14.3.2.6 Macerating disposal units
Sanitary napkins, placenta, surgical waste, disposable nappy, mache bedpan and urine
container/item disposal units are not authorised by Sydney Water Corporation, Hunter Water
Corporation or the Department of Energy, Utilities and Sustainability (refer MP 52 2005).
NSW 14.4
ARRESTORS AND SPECIAL PITS
NSW 14.4.1 Arrestors or special units

The design, size and construction of an arrestor or special unit shall meet the requirements for
approved discharge to the sewer by the Authority. In Sydney Water Corporations area of
operation, only authorised products are to be used for pre-treatment of liquid trade waste.
NSW 14.4.2 Installation of arrestors and special pits
Installation shall be in accordance with any special requirement of the Authority and the
relevant Australian Standard for the particular product.
1.
External locations: Arrestors and special units in external locations shall:

(a)
be installed in the open air whenever practical;
(b)
where located in the open air, be installed so as to prevent the entry of surface
or roof water;
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(c)
2.
be provided with a removable cover that shall be able to withstand vehicular

traffic or other loads likely to be imposed on it, except where another cover is
authorised by the Authority.
Internal locations: Where required, arrestors and special units installed in internal
locations shall be installed in a separate chamber and:
(a)
be atmospherically disconnected from the remainder of the building and

ventilated to the open air above the roof level by means of either mechanical
ventilation or by two vent pipes not less than DN 100;
(b)
be located above floor surface level and have internal measurements that will
allow ready access to the arrestor or special unit for cleaning and maintenance
and clearance above the arrestor equal to the depth of the arrestor; and
(c)
where practicable, be provided with separate access from outside the building
or be provided with a gas-tight door, the sill of which shall be a minimum
height of 300 mm above floor surface level.
NSW 14.4.2.1 Arrestors and special units in separate chamber

Where an arrestor or special unit is installed in a separate chamber, the following additional
requirements shall apply:
(a)
The top of the arrestor or special unit shall be covered with a removable safety grill.
(b)
Notwithstanding the abovementioned provisions for arrestors and special pits the
separate chamber may be vented by means of two (2) DN 100 stack or one (1) vent
pipe, each of not less than DN 80 subject to the requirements of (c).
(c)
All such vent pipes connected to any chamber shall be separate and distinct from other
vents installed in connection with any work of sewerage.
NSW 14.4.2.2 Vents on arrestors and special units

Ventilation shall be in accordance with any special requirements of the Authority and the
following:
(a)
The arrestor or unit shall be provided with inlet and outlet ventilation by means of two
vents, each not less than DN 100.
(b)
The vent pipes shall be of the high level type except that the inlet may be of the low
level vent type subject to the requirement for low level venting.
(c)
Where a vent pipe or waste stack is connected to the drain on the inlet side of an
arrestor or special unit, such vent pipe or stack may be used in lieu of one of the DN
100 vent pipes, provided that such waste pipe or waste stack is not less than DN 80
and extends to a height of not less than four (4) storeys.
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NSW 14.4.2.3 Outlet connections

Arrestors and special units connected to stacks shall be trapped separately and connected in
accordance with the provisions of this Code.
(a)
Where a reflux valve is installed on the outlet of an arrestor, it shall be located as far
away as practicable from the outlet.
(b)
Where an arrestor or special unit is installed below ground level the following applies:
a gully to be installed on the outlet; and
an additional vent pipe to be installed on the outlet pipe from the arrestor or
special unit to prevent siphonage.
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118

PROVISIONS TO
AS/NZS 3500
PART 3
STORMWATER DRAINAGE

AS/NZS 3500.3:2003
Part 3: Stormwater drainage
SECTION 1
SCOPE AND GENERAL
Delete 1.1
NSW 1.1
SCOPE
The following sets out materials and products, design and installation requirements for the
connection of on-site stormwater plumbing and stormwater drainage to the Authoritys
stormwater system.
It applies to new installations as well as alterations, additions and repairs to existing
installations. The reference in this Code of Practice applies only to the design requirements
from the point of connection within the private property boundary for:
stormwater; and
fire sprinkler test water installations.

NSW 1.7.3 Connection to authorities mains
(a)
The size of the pipe between the boundary trap and the Authoritys connection shall be
a minimum of DN 150.
(b)
A boundary trap or gas seal arrestor shall be installed at the property boundary where
required by the Authority. A boundary trap installation shall comply with the
requirements of AS/NZS 3500.2 Clause 4.4 and NSW Part 2 Clause 4.4.2.3 except
that an overflow gully and vent is not required.
(c)
Soffit requirements shall be provided in accordance with NSW Part 2 Clause 4.2.5.
(d)
When connecting to a combined sewer, separate connections shall be made for both
sanitary drainage and stormwater.
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120

PROVISIONS TO
AS/NZS 3500
PART 4
HEATED WATER SERVICES

AS/NZS 3500.4:2003
Part 4: Heated water services
SECTION 1
SCOPE AND GENERAL
Delete 1.9.2
NSW 1.9.2 Sanitary fixtures delivery temperature
All heated water installations shall deliver heated water at the outlet of all sanitary fixtures
used primarily for personal hygiene purposes, at a temperature not exceeding:
(a)
43.5C for childhood centres, primary and secondary schools and nursing homes or
similar facilities for aged, sick or disabled persons; and
(b)
50C in all other classes of buildings.
Sanitary fixtures for personal hygiene purposes include showers, baths, hand basins, bidets
and bidettes.
Laundries and kitchen sinks are not required to have water at a maximum of 50C and
licensees shall design heated water systems to ensure effective delivery of heated water to
these outlets.
NSW 1.9.2.1 Existing installations
(a)
An existing heated water temperature control device shall not be removed except
when being replaced by an alternative mechanism or moved to an alternative location.
(b)
An existing heated water temperature control device shall be adequately maintained or

replaced when defective. Manufacturers instructions in relation to maintenance shall
be adhered to.
(c)
Where heated water is being delivered to an outlet of a sanitary fixture, used primarily
for personal hygiene purposes on commercial premises or by the public, at a
temperature exceeding 50C, such fixture shall have a sign, using symbol and red
writing on a white background and displayed adjacent to the sanitary fixture which
states, Warning this fixture may deliver hot water which will scald.
(d)
In Clause 1.9.2 the interpretation of the term installation is important. In accordance

with AS/NZS 3500.0 Glossary of Terms, installation applies to:
The construction of pipework and fixtures in position for service and use.
The network of pipes and fixtures.

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In this context Clause 1.9.2 only applies to the replacement of water heater units when
the new unit is in a different location or is a different type of water heating unit.
However, where additions or alterations are carried out to pipework in areas used
primarily for personal hygiene, heated water delivery temperature shall be limited in
accordance with Clause 1.9.2 of this Code in these areas.
(e)
Where heated water is delivered to fixtures in premises where persons may be subject
to scalding a warning sign as per Clause 1.9.2.1 of this Code shall be installed.
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SECTION 2
Delete 2.4.1 (c)

NSW 2.4.1 (c)
(c)
Braided flexible connections shall only be used in accessible positions. However,

braided flexible connections are not permitted to be used for the connection of hot
water heaters.
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SECTION 3 CROSS-CONNECTION AND

BACKFLOW PREVENTION AND
T H E R M O S T AT I C M I X I N G VA LV E S
NSW 3.3.1 Installation of thermostatic mixing valves
Thermostatic mixing valves shall be installed in the following way:
(a)
with equal operating pressures that are within 10% on both heated and cold water
inlets of the mixing valves;
(b)
within pressure limits of the valve;
(c)
both heated and cold water inlets shall be fitted with:

isolating valve;
line strainer; and
non-return valve.
Where those items are incorporated as an integral part of the valve in this order and,
the isolation valve will permit the shut down of the service to remove the line strainer
and non-return valve for servicing, additional isolation valves, line strainers and nonreturn valves are NOT required to be fitted to inlets.
In Health Care buildings, installations shall also comply with the NSW Health Departments
requirements.
In all buildings not used for health care:
(a)
A notice shall be fixed close to the mixing valve stating that this valve requires
regular servicing by a qualified person.
(b)
A copy of the maintenance requirements and service instructions shall be provided to

the owner.
(c)
At completion of the commissioning or maintenance service, a commissioning and

maintenance report form (produced by the CUPDR) is to be signed by the Licensee and
given to the owner. All thermostatic mixing valves shall be installed in a position which
provides ready and safe access from the ground/floor level for inspection testing and
maintenance and not located in ceiling spaces or concealed areas.
(d)
In accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
All thermostatic mixing valves installed for early childhood centres, primary schools and
nursing homes or similar facilities for aged, sick or disabled persons shall be commissioned
and maintained in accordance with the provisions of AS 4032.
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S E C T I O N 4 I N S T A L L AT I O N O F C O L D A N D
H E AT E D WAT E R P I P I N G A N D C O N T R O L S
Add NSW 4.6.1.3 (f) as follows:
NSW 4.6.1.3 (f)
(f)
Pipes shall be installed in a conduit of compatible material which will permit

withdrawal and replacement.

NSW 4.6.5 Pipework cast in concrete structures
Hot water pipes shall not be embedded or cast into a concrete structure unless they are
installed in a conduit.
Add NSW 4.14.1 (f) as follows:
NSW 4.14.1 (f)
(f)
the maximum length of a branch pipe to a kitchen sink from the main run shall not
exceed 9 m.
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S E C T I O N 5 I N S T A L L AT I O N O F WAT E R
H E AT E R S G E N E R A L R E Q U I R E M E N T S
Add NSW 5.9.3 (j) and (k) as follows:
NSW 5.9.3 (j) and (k)
(j)
have an isolation valve fitted on the outlet of a falling level heater;
(k)
relief expansion valve drain lines size and material shall be of the same material as the
concealed hot water piping to show the installer of the replacement heater or
associated valves the pressure rating of materials installed within walls.

NSW 5.9.4 Tempering valves
(a)
Tempering valves SHALL NOT be used to achieve the provisions of NSW Clause
1.9.2 with respect to the temperature of 43.5C.
(b)
Except as permitted under NSW Clause 1.9.2 have a length of pipe between the outlet
of the water heater and the inlet of the tempering valve not greater than one (1) metre.
Where it is necessary to install an accessible tempering valve nearer to the tempered
sanitary fixture outlet, such a valve may only be installed if:
(i)
the location is clearly identified;
(ii)
the installation is compatible to ensure that scalding does not occur; and
(iii)
the valve is installed strictly in accordance with the manufacturers instructions

for such type of installation.
(c)
A notice shall be fixed close to the tempering valve stating THIS VALVE
REQUIRES REGULAR TESTING AS RECOMMENDED BY THE
MANUFACTURER AND IS TO BE REPLACED WITHIN A PERIOD OF 5
YEARS FROM THE INSTALLATION DATE.
(d)
The installation date and subsequent replacement date is to be permanently fixed to

the heater by the Licensee.

NSW 5.14
NON-PRESSURISED HEATERS
Non-pressurised heaters shall have:
(a)
an outlet that:
is open to the atmosphere; and
does not restrict the free flow of water;
(b)
an inlet control tap that is marked as a hot tap; and
(c)
any other installation requirements as specified by the manufacturer.
NOTE: Refer to AS/NZS 3500.4 Figure 5.13 (a).

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SECTION 6
I N S T A L L AT I O N O F S O L A R WAT E R
H E AT E R S
NSW 6.4.6 (g)

(g)
An auxiliary booster may be required to ensure that the minimum storage temperate of
60C is obtained.
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AS may be ordered from www.standards.com.au/catalogue

1319
Safety signs for the occupational

environment
NSW Variations Part 1: 7.5,

9A.8, 9A.8.2
1345
Identification of the contents of pipes,

conduits and ducts

9A.8, 9A.8.2
1432
Copper tubes for plumbing, gasfitting and

drainage applications
NSW Variations Part 1: 2.4.2
2700
Colour Standards for general purposes
NSW Variations Part 1: 9A.8

3740
Waterproofing of wet areas within

residential buildings
NSW Variations Part 2:

11.3.1.1, 14.3
3795
Copper alloy tubes for plumbing and

drainage applications
4032
Water supply Valves for the control of

hot water supply temperatures
4060
Loads on buried vitrified clay pipes
5200
Technical Specification for plumbing and

drainage products
Part B: 1.11
NSW Variations Part 2: 2.2
AS/NZS may be ordered from www.standards.com.au/catalogue

3000
Electrical installations (known as the

Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules)
3500
Plumbing and Drainage
Part A: 1.5, 1.6, 1.8, 1.9, 1.10,

1.13
Part B: 1.7, 1.13, 3.1.6, 4.3,
4.3.1, 6.1
Part C: 1.2, 1.3
NSW Variations Part 1: 9A.7.1
NSW Variations Part 2: 10.6.1,
10A.6
3500.0
Plumbing and Drainage Glossary of

terms
NSW Variations Part 4: 1.9.2.1
3500.1
Plumbing and Drainage Water services
Part B: 2.1, 2.3.4, 3.2.5

4.4.2.1, 6.6, 9.3.1, 9.5.4.4,
9.5.6, 9.7, 9.8, 9.10, 9A.6,
9A.7.1, 9A.7.3, 9A.8.1, 13.3.4,
15.1
3500.2
Plumbing and Drainage Sanitary

plumbing and drainage
Part B: 4.2
4.4.2.3, 4.5.4, 4.6.6.5, 6.9.2,
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9.14.5, 10A.5, 10A.6, 11.24.1,
14.3.2.3
3500.3
Plumbing and Drainage Stormwater

drainage

9.10
3500.4
Plumbing and Drainage Heated water

services
NSW Variations Part 4: 5.14
3500.5
National Plumbing and Drainage

Domestic Installations
Part A: 1.8
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May be ordered from www.abcb.gov.au

Building Code of Australia
Part B: 1.4
NSW Variations Part 2: 4.4.2.3
Department of Local Government downloadable from www.dlg.nsw.gov.au

Environment and Health Protection Guidelines: On-site
Sewage Management for Single Households
Part B: 3.2.3
Department of Energy, Utilities and Sustainability downloadable from

www.deus.nsw.gov.au.
Guidelines for Private Decentralised Recycled Water
Systems
Part B: 3.3.2, 3.3.5

NSW Variations Part 1: 9A.4,
9A.7.3
NSW Health downloadable from www.health.nsw.gov.au

Greywater Re-Use in Sewered Single Domestic Premises
Part B: 3.2.3
Greywater and Sewage Recycling in Multi-Unit Dwellings

and Commerical Premises Interim Guidance
Part B: 3.3.3
NSW Guidelines for Urban and Residential Use of

Reclaimed Water 1993
Part B: 2.4.1
NSW Health Guideline GL2005_033
Part B: 3.1.2
Rainwater Tanks
Part B: 3.1.6
Recycled Water Guidelines Multi-Unit Dwelling

Developments
Part B: 2.4.1
May be ordered from www.standards.com.au/catalogue

Plumbing Code of Australia
Part A: 1.10
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WSA-02 Sewerage Code of Australia
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APPENDICES
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SCOPE AND APPLICATION

PART B ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

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it has received an application;

it is satisfied with the details supplied in the application; and

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Work not in accordance with Permit

disconnected and removed, or

rectified within the time specified in the order, or

disconnection, removal or rectification may be done by the Authority and charged

Alteration of permitted work

1) The Licensee shall carry out the work according to:

the Authoritys Acts and Regulations;

the terms of the Permit issued;

the provisions of the licence issued by the Office of Fair Trading;

the provisions of this Code; and