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All Buildings & Structures (e.g. Houses, Units, Sheds, Carports, Patios, Pools, Commercial Buildings) within Queensland required a Development Approval for Building Work where prescribed under the Building Regulation 2021 or comply as 'accepted development'. Please note, other development applications and referrals through the Planning Act 2016 may be required and/or change the assessment of your proposal depending on where the building/structure is located (eg State, Local Codes, Easements/Covenants, Infrastructure, Cyclonic areas). It is recommended to seek professional advice and undertake due diligence research PRIOR to commencing this process. Save Time & Money - BUILTFORM BOUTIQUE offer site inspections and property reports to uncover constraints and offer solutions to streamline the design, approval and construction processes.
Buyer Beware With a lot of money held in our assets, it is paramount to ensure the appropriate due diligence research, searches and reports are obtained. Whether you are buying, selling, leasing, building or looking to develop a site, due diligence searches and reports provide that further reassurance on your asset for statutory compliance. BUILTFORM BOUTIQUE assist with interpreting available mapping, PDOnline and information systems, State Government Planning Provisions and Planning schemes. With our branded #Keys2Own Property Folio BUILTFORM BOUTIQUE can arrange an onsite compliance inspection, obtain all the property facts, Council records and organise a copy of all final certificates. We can also assist you to obtain retrospective approvals to ensure compliance where identified.
In addition to the basic Council rates search and building and pest inspections, it is strongly recommended that you obtain ALL information relevant to your property to make an informed choice. Such as: due diligence reports, building records search or development certificate, request all archived building and plumbing plans and final certificates, (Form 29) building compliance inspection report ensuring compliance with the approved plans and final certificates. BUILTFORM BOUTIQUE can assist you through this your purchase and/or in collaboration with your conveyancer/ solicitor.
Let BUILTFORM BOUTIQUE deal with the red tape and Council on your behalf to ensure you attain legislative compliance. With our experience and strong network of professionals (e.g. Designers, Planners, Engineers, Certifiers). BUILTFORM BOUTIQUE can assist in reducing your stress, recommending workable solutions and providing representation back to the authority on your behalf.
qbcc have a free online interactive checklist to assist a pool owner in maintaining and ensuring their pool fence complies at all times.
All Queensland Pools & Spas must comply with Pool Safety Standard - QDC MP 3.4 no matter when it was built/ placed onsite.
All properties with a regulated pool which are sold/leased must have a valid pool safety certificate (Form 23 - Existing Pool/ Form 17 - Newly constructed Pool/Fence).
All Queensland Pools & Spas must be registered on the qbcc Qld Pool Safety Register.
Everything you need to know is on the QBCC website and our resources on this page.
Navigating the legislative framework may be daunting for some, however BUILTFORM BOUTIQUE prides itself on collaboration and code compliance; ensuring the right stakeholders are engaged. We provide accurate information within statutory timeframes for the individual client. We can assist with buy/sell/lease due diligence research, and compliance as well as building projects from design, construction, existing and unlawful works.
A well-designed house, unit, auxiliary dwelling or granny flat in the right location can allow for more independent and inclusive living arrangements, increased community connection and greater access to family and informal supports. BUILTFORM BOUTIQUE is passionate in assisting with the design assessment and accreditation of Specialist Disability, Livable Housing and NDIS compliant accessible accommodation as well as individualised fit-outs to enable an inclusive and adaptable living environment.
Ever thought... ‘It’s ok, Council doesn’t need to know about this, I’ll just go ahead and build/develop?’ OR 'I don't need a due diligence search as I got a building and pest so surely everything has approval.' It may seem like a good idea at the time and save you money but may cost you a lot more in the long run. BUILTFORM BOUTIQUE assist clients including property owners, builders, buyers and sellers to obtain retrospective approvals, referral response, and/or respond with actions to Council notices.
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