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Use this guide to understand Building Documentation Audits and how to respond to audit reports as an RBS.
From 1 May 2026, all copper alloy plumbing products used for drinking water in Victoria must be lead-free and carry WaterMark LF certification. Compliance is based on installation start date, requiring industry-wide updates to product selection and
Learn when freestanding walls need building permits, design requirements, and safety rules in Victoria, plus responsibilities of owners and practitioners.
This practice note provides guidance on how to interpret and apply building and plumbing regulatory requirements, supporting consistent compliance and best‑practice outcomes.
This form captures a qualified referee’s confirmation of an applicant’s quantity‑surveying work. It must be completed by a registered Quantity Surveyor or AIQS member who directly supervised the tasks, helping the BPC verify the applicant’s
Technical Referee Report for domestic builder (unlimited) registration, detailing supervised building experience, project roles and full construction competencies.
This guide helps you understand how to pay your annual practitioner fee through the VBA Portal.
Use this form to issue an emergency order under section 102 of the Building Act 1993.
Clarify and assign responsibilities for Essential Safety Measures under Victoria’s ESM framework to support building safety, compliance and audit readiness.
Apply for a general plumbing licence in Victoria with the Building and Plumbing Commission. Find requirements, qualifications, experience criteria, fees, and application steps for drainage, gasfitting, roofing.