Industry Bulletin 136 – Building Amendment Regulations 2021 for bush fire
This publication is for: BuilderBuilding surveyorConsumerHome buyer / ownerPermit authorityDocuments: Industry Bulletin 136 – Building Amendment Regulations 2021 for bush fireThe Building Amendment...
View ArticleIndustry Bulletin 137 – Updated BA3 and BA18 certificate of compliance forms...
This publication is for: BuilderBuilding surveyorConsumerHome buyer / ownerPermit authorityDocuments: Industry Bulletin 137 – Updated BA3 and BA18 certificate of compliance forms for building...
View ArticleFormer shire building surveyor fined $1,000 for misleading conduct – Darryle...
This announcement is for: Building surveyorBuilderPermit authorityConsumerFormer Shire of Cuballing building surveyor unintentionally misled the Shire of NarroginErrors included the wrong type of...
View ArticleInformation sheet - Asbestos contaminated soils
This publication is for: BuilderEmployee / workerEmployerProperty industrySafety and health representativeDocuments: Information sheet - Asbestos contaminated soilsThis information sheet provides...
View ArticleIndustry Bulletin 138 – Weatherproofing – Windows and doors
This publication is for: BuilderBuilding surveyorConsumerHome buyer / ownerPermit authorityDocuments: Industry Bulletin 138 – Weatherproofing – Windows and doorsThis bulletin provides guidance on the...
View ArticleFormer builder penalised for unapproved and non-compliant work – Jeffery...
This announcement is for: BuilderBuilding surveyorPermit authorityBuilding work at a Kalgan property did not match the approved plansIssues included excessive height and an unauthorised carportMr...
View ArticleGuide on price increases to home building work contracts
This publication is for: BuilderConsumerHome buyer / ownerLandlord / lessorDocuments: Guide on price increases to home building work contractsThis information relates to home building work contracts...
View ArticleBeware rogue plumbing/electrical companies that mislead consumers
This announcement is for: BuilderConsumerElectrical contractor / workerGas workerLicence holdersPlumberRogue elements in industry exaggerate necessity for extra work and costsConsumers urged to get...
View ArticleDecision paper – Swimming pool and safety barrier control
This publication is for: BuilderBuilding surveyorHome buyer / ownerPermit authorityDocuments: Decision paper – Swimming pool and safety barrier controlThis Decision Paper is the final stage of an...
View ArticleGuidance for property owners affected by Pindan administration
This announcement is for: BuilderConsumerBuilding and Energy is advising property owners affected by the closure of the Pindan Group to immediately contact their home indemnity insurance (HII)...
View ArticleIndustry Bulletin 139 – Coating and corrosion failure to carports and patios
This publication is for: BuilderBuilding surveyorConsumerPainterDocuments: Industry Bulletin 139 – Coating and corrosion failure to carports and patiosThis bulletin is intended to highlight the...
View ArticleSecurity of Payment Bill to be introduced into Parliament
This announcement is for: BuilderConsumerBusiness / companyThe Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Bill 2021 to be introduced to Parliament todayImproving security of payment...
View ArticleIndustry Bulletin 140 – National Construction Code 2019 Volume Two: Complying...
This publication is for: BuilderBuilding surveyorPermit authorityDocuments: Industry Bulletin 140 – National Construction Code 2019 Volume Two: Complying with energy efficiency requirementsThis...
View ArticleCommissioner's blog: New guide addresses building fee increases, delays
This announcement is for: BuilderHome buyer / ownerBuilding a new home can be an exciting time, but many Western Australians going through the process right now may be facing unexpected price rises and...
View ArticleBalcony building practitioner fined for negligent and misleading conduct –...
This announcement is for: BuilderBuilding surveyorPermit authorityConsumerBuilding Services Board issues $2,500 fineNo building permit in place during an apartment balcony renovationAltered compliance...
View ArticleRegulator issues guidance about home building contract rules
This announcement is for: BuilderConsumerDeveloperHome buyer / ownerTradespersonWestern Australia’s building regulator is reminding builders and their clients that any increases in the price of a home...
View ArticleBuilding Services Board – Expressions of interest for building, building...
This announcement is for: BuilderBuilding surveyorThe Building and Energy Division of the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety is seeking expressions of interest for appointment to the...
View ArticleBuilding regulator releases plans for pool safety improvements
This announcement is for: BuilderBuilding surveyorConsumerHome buyer / ownerPermit authorityPlanned changes for better regulation of private swimming pool fences Building and Energy’s decision paper...
View ArticleBuilding and Energy fee schedules
This page is for: Electrical contractor / workerEmployee / workerGas workerPlumberBuilderBuilding surveyorPainterLicence holdersThe fees below are exclusive of GST and effective from 1 April...
View ArticleBuilding practitioner fined for misleading and negligent conduct – Kyle James...
This announcement is for: BuilderPermit authorityHome buyer / ownerBuilding Services Board’s $3,000 fine follows a SAT order to pay $20,000Patio and alfresco project had 11 areas of defective workValue...
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