Victoria – Course & Permit

If you plan to build or renovate your home in Victoria, consider becoming an owner builder. Becoming an owner builder can be a great option if you want to take on a construction project in Victoria. This allows you to take on the responsibility of managing the project yourself, rather than hiring a builder. However, before starting work, you must obtain an owner builder permit from the Victorian Building Authority. Owner builder VIC (Melbourne) courses and permits can be difficult to navigate. In this guide, we’ll provide you with all the information you need to start your project as an owner builder in Melbourne.

You can click on the map to see State or Territory requirements throughout Australia for owner builder (online) courses and permits.

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Building In VIC

If you’re considering becoming an owner builder in Victoria, it’s important to understand the regulations and requirements specific to your state. It is not compulsory to do an owner builder VIC (online) course to obtain your permit. However we suggest you do one to be provided with the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully manage your building project. Here’s where you find information on the regulations and requirements in regards to owner builder in VIC (Melbourne) course & permits.

An owner builder is any person who has directly built and managed a new build or renovation on their land.

As an owner builder, you will be responsible for the following:

  • Having an understanding of building permits, occupancy permits and building contracts
  • Overseeing or carrying out the building work
  • Make sure the work complies with building regulations and standards
  • Responsible for WHS
  • Building work must be inspected.

Owner builders cannot: carry out licensed tradespersons works such as plumber and electrical, build multi-unit projects or build on property that is not for residential use.

An owner builder permit must be obtained if the construction value is more than $16,000. Consider all project costs, including labour and materials, when working out building costs.

An owner builder (online) course VIC is not required but you bust complete the VBA e-learning tool and attend a class-room based white card course.

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