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When do I need a siting variation for my structure? If it’s a shed and it’s not longer than 9m in length than it can be built on the boundary. Or…

The wet season has arrived and with that comes a builder’s duty of care to ensure that appropriate erosion and sediment control measures have been put in place at any…

Because we live in a cyclonic region, there is no minimum size shed and no small amount of building work that can not get a building approval. Everything in a cyclonic…

What are the mandatory inspections required for your building work? Well, it depends on the building work. If you’re doing a habitable structure, such as a dwelling or an addition…

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…