Learn about your legal obligations for protection work under the Building Act 1993 when building near adjoining properties. Find out when protection work is required, how to notify neighbours, insurance requirements, dispute processes, and your
Learn about private bushfire shelters in Victoria, including approval requirements, design standards and responsibilities to help homeowners prepare for bushfire risk safely.
Find out how bushfire-prone areas and overlays affect building and planning in Victoria, including requirements, mapping tools and compliance guidance from the VBA.
Learn how to safely rebuild after a bushfire in Victoria, including approvals, choosing registered practitioners, inspections and compliance with building regulations.