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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 -
Smoke alarms
Smoke alarms are compulsory and must be installed in every residential building. CFA recommends that smoke alarms be installed in every bedroom and living area.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/consumers/guides/smoke-alarms -
Practice Note: Categories G to O - Victorian Building Authority
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/building/building-resource-hub/practice-notes/practice-note-sp-4 -
Enforcement tools and actions
https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/about/compliance-and-enforcement/enforcement-tools-and-actions -
News and events
News and media releases from the VBA, plus events and seminars for building, plumbing and surveying practitioners.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/news -
Plumber renewals and other requirements
Find out how to renew your plumbing registration or licence, your fees and insurance requirements and more.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/plumbing/renewals-other-requirements -
Building regulatory framework
We regulate Victoria's building industry according to the Building Act 1993, Building Regulations 2018 and National Construction Code.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/surveyors/regulatory-framework -
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 -
BAMS FAQs
As BAMS evolves, we will continue to update these FAQs in response to industry use and feedback.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/surveyors/bams/faqs -
About us
The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) regulates Victoria's building and plumbing industries. Find out more about our activities.https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/about