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The Commonwealth Government, through NatHERS, will soon be introducing a new universal certificate for energy efficiency software ratings undertaken for dwellings. The certificate will identify…

The QBCC has determined the use of gun nails to secure tie-down connections is inadequate and has directed private certifiers accordingly. For more information, please…

The State Government has approved the Moreton Bay Planning Scheme, which will come into effect on 1 February 2016. The new Scheme is available on…

The QBCC will be checking compliance during random audits and we understand that if this does not dramatically improve, the use of gun nails may…

We have been advised by Logan City Council that they intend to issue fines where a house is occupied prior to the plumbing final being…

The Brisbane City Council recently introduced minor changes to City Plan 2014. Despite these being referred to as minor amendments by Council, the changes included…

The QBCC has been conducting random audits of fire separating walls and has discovered a common non-compliance with their installation in many various projects. It…

Council has reviewed public comments on the draft Moreton Bay Planning Scheme, and is expected to submit it to the State Government for approval in…

Please be aware that town planning approvals issued by the Brisbane City Council may require an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan be prepared and relevant…