Facts about getting your Owner Builder Permit throughout Australia
An Owner Builder Permit, also known as an Owner Builder Licence or Owner Builder License is mandatory by law to owner build in Australia. This legislation was put in place to help owner builders complete their projects successfully and in line with building standards. It also ensures owner builders get the correct training from reputable and qualified industry experts in the form of RTO's (Registered Training Organisations).
There have been too many dishonest building service providers and trainers taking advantage of owner builders over the years. The building regulation departments are now doing their best to inform owner builders how to identify reputable and quality services and products so they can achieve the best outcomes from their construction. The importance of health and safety too is being addressed with the right training in safe building practice.
As each state and territory has differing Owner Builder Permit guidelines, you will need a seperate permit or licence for each individual state you intend building in. An Owner Builder Permit in one state does not allow you to owner build in another.
Something you may not be aware of is that if the estimated cost of your building project is less than a certain amount, you may be able to legally complete your construction without an Owner Builder Permit or Licence. You would need to consult the regulating body for the state or territory you're building in to find out what the exact amount is.
The beauty of the Owner Builder Permit and Owner Builder Licence is, you have the opportunity to gain valuable building knowledge through the training that forms part of the permit requirements. This knowledge can help your owner builder project run on-time and on-budget. This means less stress, a rewarding experience for all involved, and more money in your pocket.
Got Questions? To find out more about getting your Owner Builder Permit or Owner Builder Training please visit our Owner Builder Permit enquiry page.