UptoCode
AI checks your drawings and BIM models against the NCC and returns a cited pass/fail report.
Our verdict
Useful for pre-submission checks before drawings go to the certifier. It's aimed more at designers and certifiers than at trades on the tools.
Best for: Builders and designers doing pre-submission checks
What it does
UptoCode reads construction drawings and BIM models and checks them against the National Construction Code provisions you upload, returning a pass/fail report with each finding cited to the clause and drawing. Areas include fire safety, egress, energy efficiency, accessibility, wet areas and ventilation. You can also check against your own QA standards or council requirements.
AI features
- AI drawing and BIM checks against the NCC
- Clause-cited pass/fail reports
Other compliance & permits tools
AEC Assistant
Ask the NCC a question and get the clause back, with cited answers and planning data for any address.
Verdict: One of the most useful free tools here. Way faster than digging through the NCC on your phone. It doesn't replace your certifier, and it says so.
Price: Free plan (NCC and legislation search with citations). Paid plans (Plus, Max): see site.
Archistar
AI property and design-compliance platform; its AI PreCheck checks plans against codes.
Verdict: More for developers, designers and councils than for tradies. Worth watching, since councils adopting AI pre-checks could speed up approvals.
Price: See site. Demo required.
Landchecker
Property data and planning zones/overlays for any Australian address.
Verdict: Not really AI, but the quickest way to check zones and overlays before you quote a build or extension.
Price: Free tier available. Standard A$82.50/month or A$62.50/month annually, Advanced A$240/month or A$200/month annually (ex GST). Enterprise custom.
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