Green Star FAQs
Are separate male and female on-site facilities sufficient to comply with the Inclusive Construction Practices credit?
This FAQ was updated on 13/07/2026 to clarify that separate bathrooms and changing facilities are required.
Yes, providing separate male and female bathrooms and changing facilities is adequate to demonstrate compliance with the gender inclusive facilities requirement of the 'On-site Facilities, Policies and Training' criteria of the Inclusive Construction Practices credit Minimum Expectation.
Project teams are encouraged to include gender-neutral bathroom and changing facilities, especially where a need has been identified.
All other requirements as per the Inclusive Construction Practices Minimum Expectation must be met.
This FAQ is related to the following Rating Tools, Categories or Credits:
- Green Star Buildings v1 / People / 34 Inclusive Construction Practices
- Green Star Buildings v1.0 / People / 34 Inclusive Construction Practices
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