Building regulations and requirements

In this section

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Amending, extending or reissuing a permit

In some cases it may be necessary to make changes to an approval after it is issued. Find out how here.

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Builder registration and owner-builder approval

A registered building contractor or owner-builder approval may be required if the estimated value of a building project exceeds $20,000.

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Building Act 2011

The Building Act 2011 (WA) came into operation on 2 April 2012, revolutionising the building approval process. Find out more about these...

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Building classifications

Buildings are assigned a classification based on their intended use. The National Construction Code applies some different requirements to...

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Building in Bushfire Prone Areas

New buildings in bushfire prone areas need to comply with new bushfire construction requirements. This also applies to some additions...

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Cleaning gutters and downpipes

Cleaning gutters and downpipes is a useful habit to get into.

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Doing It right

A guide to good site management in our City.

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Easements

Easements are restrictions on a land title generally used to protect services such as water, gas and drainage. Easements also enable access...

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Inspections and Tests

A building or demolition permit may be issued subject to certain inspections or tests being undertaken.

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National Construction Code

The National Construction Code (NCC) is a suite of building and plumbing regulations that apply throughout Australia.

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Residential Design Codes

The codes set out design provisions for residential developments based on the development type, density and zoning.

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Site management

During construction it is important to take measures to prevent or minimise impact on surrounding properties.

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Smoke alarms for residential buildings

Smoke alarms are now mandatory in all dwellings. Penalties may apply for failure to comply. Find out more here.

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Stormwater drainage

All buildings are required to have roof water directed to an approved disposal system, but the disposal method may vary depending on the...

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Substandard Accommodation

City of Gosnells outlines processes for reporting, inspecting, and addressing substandard accommodation issues.

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Termites and European house borer

Termites and European house borer are both destructive pests that can cause major structural damage to buildings.

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Unauthorised work

The information outlines how to find out if a building is unauthorised and what can be done to resolve the matter.

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What needs to be addressed

Discusses what a site management plan needs to address.