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People often ask us, “How long does it take to get a building approval through?” Well, if all your paperwork is in order and your plans are correct, we can…

We often get asked, “What does a private certifier do?” Well, under the Building Act, we have the ability to issue building approvals and undertake inspections, with the same power…

Recently, the Australian Building Codes Board released a public comment draft of the National Construction Code Building Code of Australia 2019. You are able to submit comments regarding the changes…

There are ten types of building classifications under the Building Code of Australia. Have you ever wondered what class of building you live, work or play in? Well, the Queensland…

Did you know as of the 1st of March 2017, Council will no longer provide building approvals? After strategic review by the Cairns Regional Council (CRC), it was recognised that…

Have you ever heard that you need to get a Development Approval (DA) before a Building Approval (BA) can be issued? Do you know what this means?  It is common…

Building is a very exciting venture, but where do you begin? Being a first-time home builder or adding something to your existing property can be confusing and hard to know…

Hypothetically, let’s say you went to Bunnings and decided to buy a Do It Yourself (DIY) garden shed. You invite some friends over on the weekend to help you build…

You may recall on the 23rd of August 2011, a fire started in a home located in Slacks Creek, QLD. This fire caused the greatest loss of life in a…