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- Purchase domestic building insurance (DBI)
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Guide to building permits covering requirements, processes and compliance obligations for safe, approved construction work in Victoria.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Learn how to use the Building Activity Management System (BAMS) with this user guide for building surveyors, covering key tasks, lodgements and VBA requirements.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Guidance for homeowners and applicants using BAMS, with steps to submit, manage and track building applications, meet BPC requirements and stay informed throughout your project.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Building work in Victoria often requires planning and building permits, which ensure projects are lawful, safe and compliant. Planning permits deal with how land can be used, while building permits confirm construction meets regulatory standards and
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Learn how building permit suspension works in Victoria, including the reasons permits may be suspended and the steps required to resolve compliance issues. Find guidance on your obligations, how to reinstate a permit, and the role of building
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Learn about 2026 updates to BAMS BPN application fields from the Building and Plumbing Commission, including new requirements, field changes, and guidance for surveyors using the BAMS portal.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Learn how to calculate the cost of building work (CoW) for Victorian building permit applications, including new rules effective from 26 November 2025 and how they impact the Building Permit Levy. This guide explains required cost breakdowns,
Created: 30 Jun 2026