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Get compliant with NCC 2022 waterproofing requirements for wet areas in Victoria. Learn about shower waterproofing limits, membrane application, and waterstops.
This practice note provides guidance on how to interpret and apply building and plumbing regulatory requirements, supporting consistent compliance and best‑practice outcomes.
MG 13: The purpose of this Guideline is to provide guidance to the relevant building surveyor in the application of section 10(2) and clarity as to the supporting documentation that should be sought from the owner of the building or land concerned.
Learn how to safely rebuild after a bushfire in Victoria, including approvals, choosing registered practitioners, inspections and compliance with building regulations.
Research into remote inspection technologies to improve compliance monitoring, efficiency and regulatory oversight of building work.
Research into passive fire protection defects to improve fire safety, compliance and building performance in residential properties.
Learn about the BPC’s powers, principles, and regulatory tools for building remediation in Victoria, including rectification orders, dispute resolution, and home warranty insurance pathways.
Amendment VC282 to the Victoria Planning Provisions (VPP) came into effect on 8 September 2025.
Research into residential water pressure examining impacts on plumbing performance, safety and water efficiency in Victoria.
This practice note provides guidance on how to interpret and apply building and plumbing regulatory requirements, supporting consistent compliance and best‑practice outcomes.