Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2022L00198:clause:3_1:p3
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2022L00198
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 3 cl 1 (pt 3/4)
Character Range: 28518–34393

of the following housing modifications.
                                                                                                                                                         i.                                                                                                                                                 Modifications that are similar to those at the member's residence in the former posting location.
                                                                                                                                                         ii.                                                                                                                                                If they are not split-system air conditioners — installation or removal of window mounted air conditioners and heaters that are portable and have been purchased by the member.
                                                                                                                                                         iii.                                                                                                                                               If carpet is a trigger for a severe allergic reaction, as confirmed by specialist medical advice based on appropriate allergy testing — removal of carpets.
                                                                                                                                                         iv.                                                                                                                                                Modifications that improve accessibility for the dependant.
    b.                                                                                                                                                   A Service residence in a higher rent band if the CDF is satisfied it is reasonable after considering the special needs of the member's dependant.
    c.                                                                                                                                                   Housing located close to the dependant's school.
2.  The CDF must be satisfied that house modifications under paragraph 1.a are appropriate and will not significantly alter the structure of the house.

8.6.9    Unpacking assistance during removal
1.  Subject to subsection 2, a member is eligible for unpacking assistance at their new posting location if all the following apply.
    a.                                                                                                                                The member requires assistance with unpacking for either of the following reasons.
                                                                                                                                      i.                                                                                           The member is absent due to Service reasons.
                                                                                                                                      ii.                                                                                          The member has a medical condition that limits their ability to unpack.
    b.                                                                                                                                The CDF is satisfied of one the following after considering any medical evidence provided.
                                                                                                                                      i.                                                                                           If the member's dependant with special needs is an adult — the dependant has a severe medical issue that will limit their ability to assist with unpacking.
                                                                                                                                      ii.                                                                                          If the member's dependant with special needs is not an adult — the dependant has a severe medical issue that will limit the member or their partner's ability to assist with unpacking.
2.  In this section unpacking assistance means assistance that meets all the following.
    a.                                                                                                                                It is limited to 2 Commonwealth removalists assisting for 4 hours in duration.
    b.                                                                                                                                It is provided at the time the home contents are delivered.

Division 2: Assistance when there is no removal to a new posting location

8.6.10    Purpose
   The purpose of this Division is to provide assistance to a member who has a dependant with special needs who has not been granted a removal to a new posting location.

8.6.11    Member this Division applies to
   This Division applies to a member who meets all the following.
   a.                                                              They have a dependant with special needs under section 1.3.84.
   b.                                                              They are not eligible for assistance under Division 1.

8.6.12    Additional assistance
1.  Subject to subsection 2, a member is eligible to the following if the CDF is satisfied it is reasonable.
    a.                                                                                                        A Service residence in a higher rent band than their rank group is eligible for under subsection 7.6.13.1 if the CDF is satisfied