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.
Find out when owner‑builders need a white card, what construction induction training is accepted, and your site induction obligations for managing construction work safely in Victoria.
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
Becoming a registered builder in Victoria? Follow our guide to applying for DBI eligibility, contacting approved distributors, and managing your account.
Learn what greywater is, how it can be safely reused, and the rules that apply in Victoria, including health considerations and plumbing requirements for households.
Learn about Victoria’s Statewide Cladding Audit, identifying buildings with combustible cladding, assessing fire risk, and outlining actions to improve building safety across Victoria.
Learn how bore water is regulated in Victoria, including permits, licensing and safety requirements. Find out when you can use bore water and your responsibilities as an owner.
Learn about small second dwellings in Victoria, including planning requirements, permits, design considerations, costs, and compliance obligations for homeowners.