Terms and Definitions

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Major domestic building contracts
required if you engage a building practitioner or tradesperson to carry out building work valued at over $5,000.
Mandatory Inspections
are prior to placing a footing; prior to pouring an in situ reinforced concrete member nominated by the relevant building surveyor; on completion of framework and final, upon completion of all building work.
Municipal Building Surveyor
issues building permits and has extensive additional functions related to community safety and the administration and enforcement of building legislation in their municipality.