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Handover is when the builder officially hands the completed building work over to the owner. This could be a new home, an extension or a renovation. It must be 'suitable for occupation', meaning it functions as a normal home, has power and water, …

We may be able to help you when contractual issues arise during a domestic building project. Contractual matters include things such as payments ,  variations  and  delays.  We offer dispute resolution services which can facilitate between a …

If your pre-purchase building inspection and/or termite inspection report fails to mention existing damage to your property, you must take your own action against the inspector. If you pursue the inspector in the QCAT or courts, we may be able to …

We recommend you ensure you've gathered all relevant information and included any necessary evidence for your review prior to submitting in the approved form to avoid delays or any lack of clarity in your application.   You only get one chance at …

There are several steps to follow to apply for an Owner-builder permit. Be aware that you must follow a different process if you have: held a permit within the last 6 years already finished the work. Follow the process below to apply for an …

All pool owners, including body corporates, are responsible for ensuring the barrier complies with the pool safety standard at all times. In addition, if you are buying, selling or leasing a property with a pool you must get a pool safety …

We can't issue a permit once the Owner-builder work is done, but we can email you a letter to give to your private certifier or local council to allow you to apply for development approval. The letter also informs the council's development …

Subcontractors’ charges provide a way for subcontractors to secure payment of amounts owed to them under a contract by someone who is higher in the contractual chain. It may also be used to secure retention monies held under the contract. If you …

In most cases you can only have one Owner-builder permit every 6 years. Exceptions to 6-year rule We may issue a new permit in exceptional circumstances, such as: if either you, or a person you are living with, is suffering from a serious medical …

If a contractor has failed to complete all work under a contract for residential construction work, you can lodge a non-completion claim. What is non-completion of building work? We use the term non-completion of building work to refer to scenarios …