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The BPC's online building practitioner exams in Victoria are transitioning to a single, fully online assessment (by June 2026), replacing interviews and plan-based tests, with remote proctoring, strict rules, and approved materials.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Use the BPC building permit levy calculator to quickly estimate the levy payable based on the cost of building work and project details. This tool helps surveyors and practitioners understand levy requirements under the Building Act 1993, with
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Mechanical services (restricted to solid fuel heaters) covers installing, repairing, and commissioning solid fuel heating systems, including flues and associated roof penetrations. Practitioners must meet licensing, compliance, and experience
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Learn about the Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC), Victoria's unified regulator overseeing licensing, compliance, dispute resolution, and insurance to strengthen consumer protection and industry standards.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Guide to procurement processes covering supplier engagement, requirements and standards for fair, transparent purchasing in Victoria’s building regulator.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Learn about key building regulators in Victoria, including ARBV, Consumer Affairs Victoria and Energy Safe Victoria, and how they handle complaints and enforce building laws.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Online registration is available for selected building practitioner categories through BPC, allowing applicants to log in, choose their category and complete their application digitally for a streamlined application experience.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
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.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Guide to plumber classes and categories outlining licensing types, work scopes and requirements for compliant plumbing practice in Victoria.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Access research reports covering insights, trends and findings to support better building and plumbing outcomes in Victoria.
Created: 30 Jun 2026