Work Completed Without Approval
Retrospective or unauthorised construction refers to building work carried out without the required Building Permit or Development Approval from the local authority.
Common Examples
This may include carports, garages, extensions, swimming pools, granny flats, internal alterations, commercial fit-outs, or changes of use completed without proper approval.
Compliance Assessment Required
To regularise the works, the building must be assessed against the National Construction Code (NCC) and relevant standards to determine whether it complies or requires rectification.
Retrospective Approval Process
Where required, a Certificate of Building Compliance (BA18) and supporting documentation may be necessary to satisfy local government requirements and address any Building Order or compliance notice.
Once the BA18 Certificate of Building Compliance has been issued by the appointed Building Surveyor Contractor, the property owner may lodge a BA13 Application for Building Approval Certificate with the local council to seek retrospective approval for the completed building work.
Patio built without council approval
Garage conversion to habitable room
Granny flats without building permit
Unauthorised extensions or additions
Swimming pools and pool barriers
Retaining walls and boundary structures
Commercial fit-outs without approval
Builder defects
Owner-builder unauthorised works
Compliance Assessment
Review architectural drawings, engineering documentation, and supporting reports to assess compliance with the National Construction Code (NCC) and relevant Australian Standards.
Issuing Certificates
Assist with the preparation, coordination, and submission of documentation required for Certificate of Building Compliance (BA18), and associated building approval processes through the appointed Building Surveyor Contractor where required.
Inspections & Documentation Review
Conduct site inspections (where required) and maintain proper records to ensure the building work aligns with approved plans and regulatory requirements.