Complex or Standard Gas Installation?

Energy Safe Victoria is responsible for ensuring that all new and existing gas…


NCC 2022 Notable Changes

NCC 2022 is now here! The ABCB has released the first stage of the 2022…


Ban on High Risk Cladding Products

The Victorian Minister for Planning has declared external wall cladding…


When is a Building Permit Required?

There is not much that does not require a building permit. Additions and…


The difference between Ambulant and Accessible Toilets?

What is the difference between Ambulant and Accessible facilities? Ambulant…


Mandatory Registration of Swimming Pools & Spas

Legislation was recently passed to make the registration of swimming pools and…


Do Your Doors Comply?

Doors/accessways need to be visible to ensure that people can find them and…


Changes to the Victorian Plumbing Regulations

The Victorian Building Authority has worked with industry and the Department of…


What is the difference between Ambulant and Accessible Toilets?

What is the difference between Ambulant and Accessible facilities? Ambulant…


Penalties for carrying out Building Work without a Permit

Effective 4th July 2016, land owners and owner-builders are responsible for…