Regulation/Standards Archives
Changes to Branch Drain Connections
HIA has issued advice regarding the changes to branch drain connections in the revised NCC 2022. For further information, see the link below:…
Brisbane City Council – Changes to Siting Variations
Brisbane City Council has now published further information about changes to siting variations which can be found at: https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/planning-and-building/do-i-need-approval/types-of-approval/building-near-the-boundary
Brisbane Siting Relaxation Fees
From 1 July 2022, the Council fee for a siting relaxation will increase from $610 to $640. The current $610 fee applies irrespective of the…
Changes to AS/NZS 3500
Builders should be aware that major changes to AS/NZS 3500 will commence on 1 September 2022. These include changes to elevated drainage pipework junctions…
Changes to Brisbane Siting Variations on 1 July 2022
Brisbane City Council have advised that Fast Track Assessment will cease on 1 July 2022 and be replaced by the standard referral process. The…
New Building Certificates
The government updated building forms from 1 September 2021 as part of the new Building Regulation 2021. The following forms should now be used by…
Recent BCC Advice for Pools at Rear of Houses in Traditional Building Character Overlay
Brisbane City Council have recently advised that pools at the rear of houses in the Traditional Building Character Overlay inadvertently trigger a town planning…
Installation of nuts to bolts to comply with AS 4100
In accordance with AS 4100, the length of the bolt shall be at least one clear thread above the nut. The photo shows an unacceptable…
Brisbane City Council Offers Discounts for Virtual Plumbing Inspection Fees
Brisbane City Council is offering 50% discount on plumbing inspection fees for some new dwellings where their inspections are conducted virtually. The discount applies to…
