18 December 2017

Sunlight and Childcare Services

The Age reported on a new building development that would have an affect on a neighboring childcare service's access to sunlight.

Under the National Regulations, the most relevant requirement is regulation 110:
The approved provider of an education and care service must ensure that the indoor spaces used by children at the education and care service premises—
(a) are well ventilated; and
(b) have adequate natural light; and
(c) are maintained at a temperature that ensures the safety and wellbeing of children.
Penalty: $2000.
In addition, regulation 113 regarding the outdoor space natural environment may be relevant.

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