Defect claims - what’s the difference between HBA and DBPA?

Join us for a practical discussion on defect claims and the key differences between claims brought under the Home Building Act (HBA) and the Design and Building Practitioners Act (DBPA).

This session will cover:

• an introduction to claims under the Home Building Act and Design and Building Practitioners Act and their time limitations 

• how defect claims are presented under the HBA

• how defect claims are presented under the DBPA

• the role, purpose and required content of the Loulach Schedule

• expert evidence requirements for HBA claims compared to DBPA claims.

This session is designed to help you better understand the strategic and procedural considerations when bringing or defending defect claims.

 

Presenters

• George Zakos – Managing Director, Prominet Group

• George Drakakis – Director, Prominet Group

• Sharon Levy – Partner, Bartier Perry

Details

Wednesday 3 June 2026

Bartier Perry - Level 25, 161 Castlereagh Street Sydney

5.15pm: Registration 

5.30pm: Seminar begins

6.30pm: Networking & refreshments

 

Cost

Free of charge

 

RSVP

By 27 May - book here.