A range of practical supports are available to those whose property has been affected by loose fill asbestos insulation.
Concerned a property may have loose fill asbestos? Find out more.
This information is correct as at 1 July 2022. All details are subject to change without notice.
Legal advice
Legal Aid ACT is a free service that helps people in the ACT with their legal problems, especially people who are socially or economically disadvantaged. Phone 1300 654 314.
The ACT Law Society provides a searchable database of solicitors in the ACT for buying or selling property.
Buying or rebuilding advice
There are several organisations in the ACT that can assist people wanting to buy or rebuild a new home, including knowing your rights and responsibilities and information on local qualified and registered building and design professionals.
Get started on the Build, buy or renovate website, where you can find information on:
- licensed construction professionals
- development applications
- building approvals
- zoning
- buying and leasing
You can also find out more from:
- the Suburban Land Agency about the Land Rent Scheme
- Master Builders Association ACT - phone 02 6175 5900
- Housing Industry Association - phone 1300 650 620
Deregistered blocks may become available for sale to the public via auction or Over The Counter. You can also visit Allhomes or the Suburban Land Agency website to view the list of available blocks and other related information.
Find out more about rebuilding on a surrendered block that was formerly part of the Loose Fill Asbestos Insulation Eradication Scheme.
Moving house and the garden
It is important to know what household contents you can and cannot take with you when moving from a Mr Fluffy house, as well as how to find a removalist to help you move. In addition, for many people a garden is an extension of their home. Homeowners may be able to take plants, shrubs and trees from their affected property prior to settlement or after settlement with a permit.
Find out more about moving house and what you can take from your garden.
More information
If you feel anxious or concerned, get support from:
- your general practitioner
- Next Step on 02 6287 8066
- Lifeline on 13 11 14
- Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636
Find out more about:
- financial support
- affected properties
- types of asbestos
- rebuilding
- sales
- ACT Asbestos Health Study (ANU)
- National Asbestos Exposure Register
Contact us for more information.