Learn how to retrofit certain Class 9 buildings to reduce bushfire ember attack risk, with practical guidance on vulnerabilities, protective measures and building resilience.
Discover common building project risks at every stage, from hiring a contractor to construction, and learn practical steps to prevent and resolve issues.
Guidance for Victorian property owners on ending or changing a private building surveyor appointment under the Building Act 1993. Explains consent requirements, application process, and key scenarios plus FAQs.
Discover what combustible cladding is, which materials like aluminium composite panels (ACP) and EPS are restricted, and how to check your building’s safety.
Learn how to identify combustible cladding like ACP and EPS, including inspection methods, testing processes, and how results are shared with building owners.
Learn how to safely rebuild after a bushfire in Victoria, including approvals, choosing registered practitioners, inspections and compliance with building regulations.
This document is to be referred to as the ”Minimum Financial Requirements and Administrative Guidelines 2026” (MFRs and Guidelines), which Victorian Building Authority trading as Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC) is required to publish
This form is to provide the determination that a combined allotment is one allotment (Form 5), confirming multiple lots can be treated as a single allotment for building purposes.