What Is A Water Compliance Certificate QLD

JPR Plumbing • 31 July 2024

Water Efficiency Certificate Brisbane

What is a Water Efficiency Certificate in Brisbane, Queensland?

If you own a rental property in Queensland and wish to pass on water usage charges to your tenants, you'll need to obtain a Water Efficiency Certificate, otherwise known as a 'Water Compliance Certificate.' This certificate ensures that your property meets specific water efficiency standards set by the QLD Government. If you live in Brisbane or Logan, you can contact JPR Plumbing to come and inspect your property for compliance. Here's a detailed look at what a Water Efficiency Certificate is, why it's important, and how to obtain one.

Understanding the Water Efficiency Certificate

A Water Efficiency Certificate is a document that certifies a rental property in Queensland complies with water efficiency standards. This certification is necessary for landlords who want to pass on full water consumption charges to their tenants.

Water Efficiency Standards

To qualify for a Water Efficiency Certificate, the rental property must meet the following water efficiency standards:

Internal Cold Water Taps and Single Mixer Taps:

Taps (excluding bath taps) must have a flow rate of 9 litres or less per minute.

Showerheads:

Each showerhead must have a flow rate of 9 litres or less per minute.

Toilets:

Dual flush toilets must have a full flush volume of 6.5 litres or less and a half flush volume of 3.5 litres or less.

The average flush volume (one full flush and one half flush) should be 4 litres or less.

How to Obtain a Water Efficiency Certificate

Obtaining a Water Efficiency Certificate involves the following steps:

Inspection by a Licensed Plumber:

Hire a licensed plumber to inspect the property’s water fixtures and fittings.

The plumber will check if the taps, showerheads, and toilets meet the required standards.

Upgrade Fixtures (if necessary):

If any fixtures do not comply with the water efficiency standards, your plumber can quote to have them upgraded or replaced.

Certification:

Once the property meets the standards, the licensed plumber will issue a Water Efficiency Certificate.

Conditions for Passing on Water Charges to Tenants

To legally pass on water usage charges to tenants, the following conditions must be met:

The Rental Property is Individually Metered:

The property must have an individual water meter to measure water usage accurately.

The Rental Property is Certified as Water Efficient:

The property must have a Water Efficiency Certificate (WEC) proving it meets water efficiency standards.

The Tenancy Agreement Stipulates Payment of Water Consumption Costs:

The tenancy agreement must clearly state that the tenant is responsible for paying water consumption charges.

Importance of a Water Efficiency Certificate

Legal Requirement for Passing on Water Charges:

To legally pass on water usage charges to tenants, the property must be water efficient, and a Water Efficiency Certificate is the proof of this efficiency.

Encourages Water Conservation:

Ensures that properties use water-efficient fixtures, contributing to water conservation efforts.

Increases Property Appeal:

Properties with water-efficient fixtures are more appealing to environmentally conscious tenants.

Conclusion:

A Water Efficiency Certificate is essential for landlords in Queensland who want to pass on water usage charges to their tenants. By ensuring your property meets the water efficiency standards, you contribute to water conservation, comply with legal requirements, and make your property more attractive to potential tenants.

To Book a Brisbane plumber to come and test your property for Water Efficiency or upgrade your property's water fixtures, contact JPR Plumbing. Our licensed plumbers can help ensure your property meets the necessary standards.

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