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Your legal obligations as an owner-builder in Victoria
An individual who is responsible for the domestic building works performed on their own land is termed an ‘owner-builder’. As this resource demonstrates, there are certain works that an owner-builder can and can’t perform.
There are also a number of responsibilities that an owner-builder must take on, including obtaining a ‘Certificate of Consent’ from the Victorian Building Authority (VBA). The certificate is required for any domestic building works valued at over $16,000 and carried out on the owner’s land.
Other requirements placed on an owner-builder include: ensuring the works meet building regulations and standards; complying with Occupational Health and Safety laws; and rectifying any defective building work.
When engaging a licensed tradesperson or registered builder to supervise or carry out some of the works, an owner-builder must also notify the relevant building surveyor of that person’s details.
Access this resource to find out all you need to know about carrying out works as an owner-builder in Victoria.
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Who is it for?
Building Professionals
This resource is designed for owner-builders in Victoria who plan to carry out works on their own home or land.
What does it include?
- Definition of an owner-builder
- What works can be performed by an owner-builder
- When a Certificate of Consent is required
- Working with other tradespeople.