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Swimming pools and spas
On 1 December 2019 new laws to improve swimming pool and spa safety came into effect, introducing new registration, inspection, maintenance and compliance requirements for property owners.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/swimming-pools -
Pool and spa registration requirements
It is now mandatory for owners of land where a swimming pool or spa is located to register their pool or spa with the relevant council.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/swimming-pools/registration-requirements -
Pool safety barriers
All swimming pools and spas capable of containing water greater than 300mm (30cm) must have a compliant safety barrier to restrict access to the pool area.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/swimming-pools/pool-safety-barriers -
Pool and spa inspections and compliance
Pool and spa owners are now required to have their safety barriers inspected and to lodge a certificate of barrier compliance with their local council.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/swimming-pools/inspections-and-compliance -
Installing a new pool or spa
You will need a building permit before installing a pool, spa or safety barrier. You may also need a planning permit or other permit.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/swimming-pools/installation-process -
Practice Note Categories P-Z - Victorian Building Authority
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/building/building-resource-hub/practice-notes/practice-note-sp-5 -
What is building inspection (pool safety) work?
A Building Inspector (Pool Safety) is responsible for carrying out all the functions of a swimming pool and spa inspector. Information for RTOs/training providers also included.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/registration-and-licensing/building-practitioner-registration/what-is-building-inspection-pool-safety-work -
Being an owner-builder
An owner-builder takes responsibility for domestic building work carried out on their own land, and undertakes a registration process.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/owner-builders/being-an-owner-builder -
Landscaping
Landscaping work involves creating, modifying and maintaining outdoor spaces. Understand the requirements for verandahs, pergolas, fences, paving and more.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/home-renovation-essentials/landscaping -
Building practitioner registration
Find out about building practitioner registration.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/registration-and-licensing/building-practitioner-registration