Image Home Search Displaying 41 - 50 of 1004 Building approvals and certification Before any construction begins, it’s essential to have the right building approvals in place. Certification during key stages of the build helps ensure your project is safe, compliant and completed to standard. It’s your responsibility as a home … Doing the work Whether you've just signed a contract or work has already begun, this is an exciting stage in the process. Below are some ways to help keep your project on track during the building or renovation process and ensure quality control. Before building … Top tips during construction Here are our five top tips to help you with a smooth building and construction process. 1. Maintain effective communication Regular check-ins with your principal contractor (builder) help you stay informed about progress, upcoming decisions and … Fees for Owner-builders Find out what fees you need to pay when you lodge your Owner-builder forms. This table specifies the fees. Application Cost Apply for an Owner-builder Permit (PDF 308.08KB) $477.47 Request a replacement Owner-builder Permit (PDF 76.65KB) $34.03 … Finalising the work You’ve nearly reached the finish line, but there are a few important steps you need to complete before your engagement with the contractor is officially completed. It is essential that you are familiar with your obligations during this final phase … Practical completion inspection Practical completion is the point where the building works are essentially finished and can be used for their intended purpose. What it means legally The contractor has fulfilled their obligations under the contract except for minor defects (often … Handover and final documentation 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, … Builder restricted to special structures Scope of work Builder Restricted to Special Structures (shade sails) Includes Construction, installation, maintenance or repair of membrane shade structures including metal brackets, cables and structural members for the structures. Concreting work … State of the industry The QBCC Industry Snapshot provides stakeholders with a data-informed overview of Queensland’s building and construction industry highlighting: Licensing trends: An overview of current licence volumes, types and locations throughout the industry. … Sell an Owner-builder property If you want to sell a property where you have finished an Owner-builder project in the last 6 years you must tell prospective buyers about the work. The law says that before the purchaser signs the contract of sale you must provide them with a … Load More
