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Read the VBA’s Q3 2022 to 2023 Proactive Inspections Program report, featuring 1,887 building and plumbing inspections, key compliance findings, enforcement actions, and insights into building safety and industry standards across Victoria.
Experience Statement for Building Inspector (limited registration up to 500m², no basement, 3 storeys). Supports application and assessment of experience and competency.
Research into capturing digital building information to improve compliance, transparency and lifecycle management in construction.
This practice note provides guidance on how to interpret and apply building and plumbing regulatory requirements, supporting consistent compliance and best‑practice outcomes.
Research on thermal bridging assessing energy performance, heat loss and design improvements in Victorian apartment buildings.
Read the VBA’s Q1 2022 to 2023 Proactive Inspections Program report, featuring 2,406 inspections across 58 municipalities, identifying compliance risks in 51% of sites inspected.
The BPC has provided guidance to licensed plumbing practitioners about when a compliance certificate is required for fire protection work under the Plumbing Regulations 2018.
Research exploring monitoring and remediation approaches to manage combustible cladding risks and improve building safety outcomes.
Read the VBA’s Q2 2022 to 2023 Proactive Inspections Program report, featuring 1939 inspections, key building and plumbing compliance findings, enforcement actions, and a special focus on waterproofing and weatherproofing risks across Victoria.
Research into stakeholder perceptions and preferences to inform engagement, services and regulatory decision-making in Victoria.