Under the Victoria Security of Payment (SOP) Act, recipients of a construction payment claim must either pay the full amount by the due date or provide a detailed payment schedule within 10 business days. Failure to respond or pay on time allows the
This page provides answers to frequently asked questions about Victoria's SOP Act, guiding builders on how to make and respond to progress payment and performance security claims.
This practice note provides guidance on how to interpret and apply building and plumbing regulatory requirements, supporting consistent compliance and best‑practice outcomes.
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This practice note provides guidance on how to interpret and apply building and plumbing regulatory requirements, supporting consistent compliance and best‑practice outcomes.