23 October 2025 | V-Star Energy
Change is on the horizon for Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) reporting in Victoria. The well-known STORM tool is now retired, and a new, modernised platform—Blue Factor—is taking its place.
Our team at V-Star Energy has already completed the transition to Blue Factor, ensuring a seamless and uninterrupted service for all your projects.
What is Blue Factor?
Blue Factor is the official successor to the STORM tool, designed to help assess stormwater runoff and pollutants from a development and determine the treatment measures needed.
Like its predecessor, it is intended for use with small-scale developments of less than 1 hectare, including small-scale residential and simple commercial projects.
Why This Change Reinforces the Importance of WSUD
This tool update is part of a continued commitment to protecting our waterways. WSUD is an approach that integrates the water cycle into urban planning, treating stormwater as a valuable resource rather than a nuisance.
The core goals remain the same:
- Protecting and enhancing our creeks, rivers, and wetlands.
- Improving the quality of water draining from urban areas.
- Restoring the water balance by reusing stormwater where possible.
Using the correct, up-to-date tool to demonstrate how your development meets these goals is a mandatory step in the planning process for most new developments in Victoria.
Your Partner for a Smooth Transition
The shift from STORM to Blue Factor is more than just a change of software. It represents an evolution in how we manage urban water. At V-Star Energy, we have invested in the transition and have already successfully integrated Blue Factor into our workflow.
By working with us, you benefit from:
- No Delays: Immediate capability to produce compliant Blue Factor reports for your new projects.
- Expert Guidance: Clear advice on how the transition impacts your current and upcoming projects.
- Peace of Mind: Confidence that your WSUD compliance is handled with the most current and council-accepted tools.
Ready for Your Next Project? Don’t let regulatory changes slow down your development timeline. If you have a project in the pipeline that requires WSUD reporting, contact Stephen at V-Star Energy today.
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