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Your questions on small second dwellings answered
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/news/news/2024/your-questions-on-small-second-dwellings-answered -
SUPERSEDED BP-01-When-is-a-building-permit200422 (PDF, 0.77 MB)
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0010/163819/SUPERSEDED-BP-01-When-is-a-building-permit200422.pdf -
Understanding domestic building insurance and why it is important
This webpage contains information about domestic building insurance (DBI) as well as frequently asked questions for consumers and practitioners.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/understanding-domestic-building-insurance-and-why-it-is-important -
Building practitioner fees
Up-to-date information on registration fees, accreditation fees, permit fees and more.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/building/fees/building-practitioner-fees -
Building permit suspension
Explains how building surveyors should manage building permit suspensions, and what their responsibilities are under the legislation.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/surveyors/building-permits/building-permit-suspension -
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 -
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 -
At the end of your building project
At the end of your building project, there are a couple of final steps. Your building permit will state whether you need an occupancy permit or a certificate of final inspection, and you may need to update the VBA of the final cost.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/home-renovation-essentials/end-of-project -
Complying with Regulation 47
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/news/news/2024/complying-with-regulation-47 -
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