Learn practical ways to save water at home, understand water‑efficient plumbing options, and find guidance from the Victorian Building Authority to reduce water use.
Learn about small second dwellings in Victoria, including planning requirements, permits, design considerations, costs, and compliance obligations for homeowners.
Learn how bushfire protection requirements apply to building and renovation projects in Victoria, including planning, construction standards and compliance to reduce bushfire risk.
Learn how stormwater is managed in Victoria, including legal requirements, responsibilities and safe practices for homeowners, builders and plumbers under Victorian building laws.
Learn how to choose the right building practitioner with expert tips on checking licences and registrations, comparing quotes, reviewing past work, and avoiding common hiring mistakes for builders, plumbers, electricians, and other trades.
Learn about Victoria’s Statewide Cladding Audit, identifying buildings with combustible cladding, assessing fire risk, and outlining actions to improve building safety across Victoria.
Planning a renovation or building a new home in Victoria? Discover how the new Home Warranty insurance protects your project, covers defects, and impacts your contract.
Understand Victorian laws for swimming pools and spas, including registration, safety barriers, and inspection requirements to help prevent drowning and keep children safe.
At the end of your building project. At the end of your building project.. When you come to the end of your building project, there are a couple of final steps that need to happen. Your building permit will state whether you need an occupancy permit
Learn about energy efficiency requirements for new homes and renovations under the National Construction Code, including the 7-star NatHERS standard and whole‑of‑home rating.