Maintain VBA registration as builder / draftsperson / surveyor
VIC building practitioners must hold current registration + appropriate insurance.
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Who must comply
Vic building practitioners.
What triggers it
Operating as a building practitioner.
When due
Continuous; annual renewal.
Evidence required
VBA registration; insurance certificate; CPD evidence.
Max penalty
Suspension/cancellation; civil + criminal penalties for unregistered work
Summary
Building Act 1993 (Vic) + Building Regulations require registration of builders, draftspersons, building surveyors, building inspectors + engineers. Registration + CPD + appropriate insurance + domestic builders insurance for residential work over $16K.
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Source legislation
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Frequently asked questions
- Who must comply with VBA registration as builder / draftsperson / surveyor?
- Vic building practitioners.
- What triggers VBA registration as builder / draftsperson / surveyor?
- Operating as a building practitioner.
- When is VBA registration as builder / draftsperson / surveyor due?
- Continuous; annual renewal.
- What is the maximum penalty for VBA registration as builder / draftsperson / surveyor?
- Suspension/cancellation; civil + criminal penalties for unregistered work
- What evidence is required for VBA registration as builder / draftsperson / surveyor?
- VBA registration; insurance certificate; CPD evidence.
Source: https://www.vba.vic.gov.au. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.