Fitout Building Work and Building Approvals

There is often confusion over what building work would require approval when undertaking a fitout. Where the works involve a change in the internal layout of a tenancy, it usually requires a building approval.

This is because the new building works have the potential to affect critical safety and compliance items such as:

• Paths of travel / egress in the event of an emergency
• Equitable access for the occupants

• Fire service coverage effectiveness – detection & suppression systems and fire hose reel / fire hydrant coverage, sprinkler locations etc.

It is recommended that if unsure, refer your proposed plans to a Private Certifier for review.

Contact Professional Certification Group for your next-day inspection through our Contact Form or
Call us on  1300 060 136 or email inspections@pcgroup.net.au