Building approvals

Under the Sustainable Planning Act 2009, a building development application is to be lodged with any private building certifier licensed with the Queensland Building Services Authority.

Approvals may include:

• Proposed building work that does not comply with the setback provisions contained in council's Planning Scheme and Queensland Development Code as applicable
• Proposed building work that does not comply with council's Planning Scheme
• Proposed use of premises that is inconsistent with the provisions of council's Planning Scheme
• Proximity of proposed building work to council maintained sewer, stormwater and water mains
• Amenity and aesthetics

Approval for other building activities

The following building activities also require a council decision:

• Vehicle crossings and driveway gradients within the footpath area - Minor Works Permit required
• Stormwater connection to council system - Minor Works Permit required

Defective building work or building disputes

The Queensland Building Services Authority is a statutory authority established under the Queensland Building Services Act (QBSA Act).

The object of the Queensland Building Services Act is to:

• Ensure the maintenance of proper standards in the industry
• Achieve a resonable balance between the interests of building contractors and consumers
• Provide remedies for defective building work
• Provide for the efficient resolution of building disputes
• Provide support, education and advice for consumers and thos who undertake building work

For further information, please refer to the Queensland Building Services Authority website.