About the RICS Dispute Resolution Service

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Dispute Resolution Service (DRS) is the leading global provider of alternative dispute resolution services, helping resolve disputes in areas relating to land, property and construction. RICS DRS is backed by the experience and expertise of the RICS, which has been operating in dispute resolution services for the past 20 years.

RICS has 120,000 members globally and represents, regulates and promotes the work of property professionals throughout 120 countries. It is an independent, non-profit making organisation committed to acting in the public interest and providing impartial, authoritative advice on major issues affecting business and society.

RICS DRS was launched in Queensland in March 2005, in response to becoming registered as an Authorised Nominating Authority (ANA) under the Building and Construction Industry Payments Act, which came into effect on 1st October 2004.

RICS DRS aims to establish the most experienced panel of quantity surveyors and construction industry experts to adjudicate in Queensland construction disputes. Hand in hand with the Queensland Building Services Authority, RICS DRS is helping work towards becoming the ‘Smart State’ leader in creating an environment that avoids disputes and where everyone gets paid.

RICS DRS is investigating supporting the adjudication process in other Australian states. RICS DRS also offers additional dispute resolution services.
About the RICS

RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) is the leading source of land, property, construction and related environmental knowledge. We support 120 000 members worldwide, promote best practice, represent consumers’ interests and provide impartial advice to society, businesses, governments and global organisations.

For further information on the activities of the RICS please visit the RICS website by clicking on the following link - RICS Global
Objectives

The RICS DRS has the following objectives.

  • To support the adjudication process of resolving payment disputes in a fair but rapid manner.
  • To promote, encourage and facilitate the practice of the settlement of disputes with alternative dispute resolution methods.
  • To specialise in resolving disputes in areas relating to land, property and construction.
  • To act in the public interest by facilitating efficient dispute resolution.
  • To become the authoritative advice on Australian alternative dispute resolution services.
  • To support and act in the best interests of the dispute resolution profession generally.
Press Releases
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