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Queensland Owner Builder Permit Requirements Overview
An Owner Builder may only obtain a permit once in any six year period (exemptions for special circumstances may apply) and you can only build a single dwelling that you intend to live in.
In Queensland, Australia, building and construction are regulated primarily by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) Act 1991.
This legislation establishes the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), which is responsible for overseeing and regulating the building and construction industry in Queensland.
- Some key aspects covered by the QBCC Act 1991 include:
- Licensing of building contractors, subcontractors, and tradespeople.
- Regulation of building work, including standards, codes, and compliance.
- Handling of disputes and complaints within the industry.
- Providing consumer protection measures for homeowners and consumers of building services.
- Enforcement of building and construction laws, including disciplinary actions against licensees for breaches of regulations.
Additionally, there are other relevant regulations and codes that apply to specific aspects of building and construction in Queensland, such as:
- the Building Act 1975
- the Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018
- various building codes and standards, including the National Construction Code (NCC).
It's essential for individuals and businesses involved in building and construction activities in Queensland to familiarize themselves with the relevant legislation and ensure compliance with the requirements set out by the QBCC and other regulatory bodies.
The QBCC produces several fact sheets which are suggested reading for anyone considering undertaking an Owner Builder project.
These fact sheets provides valuable information on Owner Builder obligations and responsibilities which owner builders should consider before embarking on any Owner Builder project.
The fact sheets highlight information on the following Owner Builder topics:
• Approval Process
• Determining the Value of Owner Builder Work
• Carrying out Building Work not Included in Your Permit
• Subsequent Permits
• Signage
• Warnings
• Amending or Adding to a Permit
• Canceling a Permit
• Removal of Notification on Title
• Building and Construction Industry Payments Act 2004
The fact sheets produced by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission states:
“Domestic Building work is the only type of work able to be performed under an Owner Builder Permit. You cannot carry out building work for a multiple dwelling or for a building intended to be used for commercial purposes.”
In other words, an owner builder permit allows an individual who is not in the business of building to construct a single domestic dwelling for their own use.
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Title Requirements and Permit Restrictions
The fact sheets produced by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission states:
“You cannot obtain another permit within six years from the date of issue of a previous permit unless QBCC is satisfied there are special circumstances and has approved a six year exemption request.”
Furthermore, all interested parties listed on the title deed are excluded for the same period in respect to obtaining an Owner Builder Permit