Learn how the Building and Plumbing commission regulates fire safety, essential safety measures and cladding risks, with guidance for owners, practitioners and the community.
Learn about the key roles in your building team, including owners, builders, surveyors, trades and professionals, and their responsibilities in delivering a compliant project.
Learn about your legal obligations for protection work under the Building Act 1993 when building near adjoining properties. Find out when protection work is required, how to notify neighbours, insurance requirements, dispute processes, and your
Certificate of Compliance for Building Work confirming inspected building work meets the Building Act 1993, Building Regulations 2018 and National Construction Code requirements.
Find out how bushfire-prone areas and overlays affect building and planning in Victoria, including requirements, mapping tools and compliance guidance from the VBA.
Guide to retrofit your home for better bushfire protection. Provides practical advice on upgrades, ember protection and Bushfire Attack Levels to reduce risk and improve resilience.
Learn how to retrofit certain Class 9 buildings to reduce bushfire ember attack risk, with practical guidance on vulnerabilities, protective measures and building resilience.