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
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.
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.
Learn about Victoria’s Statewide Cladding Audit, identifying buildings with combustible cladding, assessing fire risk, and outlining actions to improve building safety across Victoria.