This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to research compliance requirements in different locations that apply to all residential building design projects covered by the Building Code of Australia (BCA), except construction Type A buildings.The unit supports research into local, state and federal government legislation and policies relating to planning and the environment, including zoning; and analysis of requirements in relation to client preferences and prospective design proposals for small-scale residential building design projects, including alterations and additions, heritage restoration and new buildings. It applies to building designers who analyse and explain compliance requirements, relating to design options and client preferences.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.