Learn about the Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC), its role in regulating Victoria’s building industry, access to information, FOI processes, and resources for consumers and practitioners.
Learn how the Victorian Building Authority collects, uses and protects personal information within the BAMS portal, including privacy rights, data handling practices and security measures.
Building work in Victoria often requires planning and building permits, which ensure projects are lawful, safe and compliant. Planning permits deal with how land can be used, while building permits confirm construction meets regulatory standards and
Code of Conduct for Building Surveyors in Victoria outlining legal obligations, core principles, standards, and disciplinary requirements under the Building Act.
Detached building permits are unresolved permits where a building surveyor can no longer complete their role, leaving properties without a Certificate of Final Inspection or Occupancy Permit and potentially causing legal, financial and safety risks.
Find registered building surveyors in Victoria who can help close detached building permits using the official BPC register. Access contact details, understand surveyor roles, and get guidance on engaging a private building surveyor for your project.