How do I apply for an owner builder permit

Applying for an owner builder permit involves completing an application form and can be obtained from the building association in your relevant state. Please check with the proper government bodies on your responsibilities and the steps you need to follow to obtain a permit.

QLD

An application form can be downloaded from the Building Services Association (www.bsa.qld.gov.au).

VIC

A Certificate of Consent must be obtained from the Building Practitioners Board first in order to obtain a building permit. Application forms can be downloaded from the Building Commission (www.buildingcommission.com.au)

NSW

Visit the NSW Office of Fair Trading to learn more about obtaining an owner builder permit (www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au)

WA

Visit the Builders' Registration Board for more details on the issuance of a Building Licence from your local government (www.brb.org.au)

TAS

Visit Workplace Standards Tasmania on www.wst.tas.gov.au and read the Owner Builder Guidelines booklet. A Certificate of Likely Compliance must be obtained first before you can apply for a building permit

ACT

A building approval for the work must be obtained before an owner-builder licence can be issued. Visit the ACT Planning and Authority website on www.actpla.act.gov.au for more information

NT

An Owner-Builder Certificate must be obtained before a permit will be issued. Download and read the Owner Builder manual from www.nt.gov.au/lands/building for more information