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Building

Building or renovating can become a minefield of laws and regulations. Find out about permits, the responsibilities of owner builders and more.

• Building and Renovating

  When building or renovating your home, there are many things to consider, such as finding financial support, registered builders, insurance, contracts and safety codes. For more information see the Consumer Affairs Victoria website.

• Building and Renovating Guide

  Before you start building or renovating, the first tool you need is the ‘Building and Renovating Guide’. This free guide has a budget planner, handy checklists, useful contacts and legal information and is available on the Consumer Affairs Victoria website.

• Building Commission

  Find information about the regulation of the building industry and building practises on the Building Commission’s website.

• Land Channel

  Find information about land, resource and property information and services within Victoria on the Land Channel.

• Local Government Laws

  Find information about local building regulations and planning permits on the Local Government Victoria website.

• Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT)

  Find information on how to resolve domestic building disputes, such as between home owners, builders, insurers, and architects on the VCAT website.