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The Building Surveyor Audit Program 2021 reviews compliance of Class 2–9 buildings in Victoria against the National Construction Code. Based on 88 audits, the report identifies widespread documentation gaps and non-compliance, with every project
Explore the VBA’s Q4 2022 to 2023 Proactive Inspections Program report, featuring 1,610 building and plumbing inspections, key compliance findings, enforcement actions, and insights into construction safety and quality across Victoria.
Research on featherweight housing exploring affordable, compliant and rapidly deployable construction solutions for Victoria’s housing challenges.
Fact sheet on handheld sprays and water points near water closets. Explains backflow prevention requirements and how the BPC supports compliance with Plumbing Regulations 2018.
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.
This practice note provides guidance on how to interpret and apply building and plumbing regulatory requirements, supporting consistent compliance and best‑practice outcomes.
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 behavioural insights to reduce improper service penetrations and improve compliance and construction quality in Victoria.
Technical solution on backflow prevention and cross connection control. Covers hazard ratings, device selection and compliance requirements used by the BPC to protect drinking water supplies.
Technical Referee Report for domestic builder (limited to bathroom, kitchen, and laundry renovation). Referees verify supervised experience and skills.