Occupancy permits
Once building work is finished, the final inspection confirms the building is safe and suitable to use, and the right sign-off document is issued.
How it works
After the final inspection, we issue an occupancy permit where the building permit requires one. This is needed before a new home or commercial building can be lived in or used. For work like alterations, garages and pools, a certificate of final inspection is issued instead.
- Final inspection against the approved plans and permit conditions
- Review of required certificates, such as plumbing, electrical, glazing and waterproofing
- Occupancy permit or certificate of final inspection issued and lodged with council
Collect your compliance certificates from your trades as you go. Missing paperwork is the most common reason a final sign-off is delayed.
Related services
Building permits
Plans assessed against the regulations and permits issued for homes, commercial and industrial buildings.
Mandatory inspections
Stage inspections during construction, before work is covered up.
Owner builder reports
Defects reports for owner-builders selling a home under section 137B.
Essential safety measures
Inspections of fire and life-safety systems in commercial and multi-unit buildings.
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