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Building practitioner fees
Up-to-date information on registration fees, accreditation fees, permit fees and more.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/surveyors/fees/building-practitioner-fees -
News
News stories covering building and plumbing industries, issues for homeowners and residents and more.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/news/news -
Issuing compliance certificates
Only licensed plumbers can issue a compliance certificate. Registered plumbers must either work under the supervision of a licensed plumber or limit themselves to plumbing work that does not require a compliance certificate.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/registration-and-licensing/plumbing-registration-and-licensing/renewals-other-requirements/compliance-certificates -
Small second homes
It is easier to build a small second home following changes to the planning and building systems.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/surveyors/regulatory-framework/small-second-homes -
VBA Portal Privacy Collection Notice
How the VBA uses and discloses your personal information when you use Building Activity Management System (BAMS).https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/tools/bams/VBA-portal-privacy-collection-notice -
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 -
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 -
National Construction Code (NCC) 2019
Answers to building questions taken on notice during our National Construction Code 2019 Seminar Roadshow.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/surveyors/regulatory-framework/ncc-2019 -
SOP adjudication
Security of Payment adjudication is a process created to resolve a disputed claim for payment due under a construction contract. It can help resolve payment disputes quickly, fairly and at less cost than going to court.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/plumbing/security-of-payment/sop-adjudication -
National Construction Code (NCC) 2022 – consumer guide
The National Construction Code (NCC) sets out the requirements for the design and construction of buildings in Australia, including plumbing and drainage work.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/national-construction-code-ncc-2022-consumer-guide