The proposed National Regulatory System seeks to overcome the barriers, gaps and inconsistencies that have arisen through each State and Territory regulating community housing providers in a different way. It will replace existing State and Territory systems where they exist.

The objectives of the proposed National Regulatory System are to:

• Provide a consistent regulatory environment to support the growth and development of the sector
• Pave the way for future housing product development
• Reduce the regulatory burden on housing providers working across jurisdictions
• Provide a level playing field for providers seeking to enter new jurisdictions.

The evidence guidelines, tiers guidelines and enforcement guidelines for the new system are currently being developed with feedback from providers.

Frequently asked questions - For community housing providers

The FAQs below present questions and answers about the proposed National Regulatory System for Community Housing. They will be updated as issues are raised.

Policy Intent

1. Why has a national regulatory system been created for
community housing providers?

2. Who is covered by the NRSCH?

3. Who is participating in the NRSCH?

4. Does national registration entitle a housing provider to
government funding?

5. What does national regulation mean for housing providers
operating across multiple jurisdictions?

6. What does national regulation mean for small housing
providers that operate in a single jurisdiction?

7. What does national regulation offer new entrants?

Operation

8. When will the national system start?

9. What does national registration mean for existing arrangements in states and territories?

10. How will the NRSCH be governed

Regulatory Process

11. How do providers apply for registration?

12. How can providers prepare for registration?

13. What are the Tiers Guidelines?

14. What are the Evidence Guidelines?

15. How will Registrars enforce the National Regulatory Code?

16. What happens if I breach the National Regulatory Code?

Other

17. How will the system work with other systems?

18. How will the system support industry development?

19. Where can I get more information?

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