Discover common building project risks at every stage, from hiring a contractor to construction, and learn practical steps to prevent and resolve issues.
Insurance. Insurance.. From 1 July 2026, new arrangements apply to how domestic building work is insured and how your financial capacity is assessed as a registered domestic builder. If you are an existing registered domestic builder with an active
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.
Guide to surrendering surveyor registration covering process, requirements and obligations for ending registration in Victoria’s building regulatory system.
Download and submit the Victorian Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC) Distributor Nomination Form D3. Nominate your DBI distributor to access the BuildVic portal.
Read more about how the BPC is a single-entry point to Victoria’s building system for consumers and for the industry and how it simplifies the system to protect consumers and keep practitioners accountable.
Learn how to coordinate building work, including managing trades, owner-builder responsibilities, legal requirements, and when to engage professionals to keep your project on track and compliant.
Type B gasfitting work covers the installation, servicing, and commissioning of larger gas appliances used in commercial and industrial settings. Practitioners must meet training, licensing, and compliance requirements.
Compliance certificates ensure plumbing work is accountable and defect‑free. Builders and surveyors must verify all certificates before issuing an Occupancy Permit.