What Is a New Development Charge?
When a company such as NBN Co, LBNCo, Opticomm or Supanetworks builds infrastructure into an new greenfield or brownfields location they are permitted to charge a one-time New Development Charge (NDC) to contribute to the cost of this work. This charge is levied to the first person to activate an internet service at an address.
Where can I find out more information on the fee?
https://www.nbnco.com.au/develop-or-plan-with-the-nbn/new-developments/government-policy-for-new-developments
Does Alpha profit from the New Development Charge?
Alpha passes on the NDC strictly at cost and does not profit from the NDC.
Can I negotiate on the New Development Charge?
Unfortunately, as the fee is charged to us we are unable to waive or discount the fee. Any NDC must be paid before we can order the internet connection.
I am renting, is the landlord responsible for the New Development Charge?
While you may wish to raise the cost of the NDC with your Landlord or Real Estate Agent, we will require you to make payment on the fee to us before we can proceed with your order. We are unable to communicate or negotiate with a third party about the NDC.