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Technical Referee Report for fire protection servicing accreditation, detailing supervised experience, AS 1851 compliance, and routine maintenance of fire safety equipment.
Apply for an internal review of a Victorian Building Authority decision. Learn who can apply, eligible decisions, required documents and how to submit your application within 28 days.
Learn what essential safety measures are required for Victorian buildings, who is responsible, inspection obligations, and how to maintain compliance to keep occupants safe.
Research into smart contracts and digital finance solutions to improve efficiency, transparency and trust in construction.
VBA’s Building Documentation Audit Volume 2 - Class 1a (July 2022 to February 2023) found widespread documentation gaps and frequent non-compliance in residential building permits.
Apply for an extension of time to lodge an internal review with the Victorian Building and Plumbing Commission if you missed the 28‑day deadline. Download the official form and learn how to submit.
Flood Resilient Guide to Retrofitting Your Home for homeowners. Learn about flood resilient design, retrofit strategies, planning and insurance considerations to reduce flood impacts and improve recovery.
Learn about NCC 2022 condensation management requirements, including key updates, compliance pathways, and design strategies to help building professionals meet new standards effective May 2024.
This practice note provides guidance on how to interpret and apply building and plumbing regulatory requirements, supporting consistent compliance and best‑practice outcomes.
Transfer and amend compliance certificates in VBA360 securely.