Applying to be an owner-builder
How to apply for a Certificate of Consent to become an Owner-Builder.
From 14 June 2005 owner-builders:
- Must obtain a Certificate of Consent from the Building Practitioners Board in order to obtain a building permit to carry out domestic building work valued over $12,000
- Must ensure they read and understand information on their legal obligations and responsibilities
- May obtain building permits for a single dwelling and associated work on a single property, in any three-year period.
Your application may be returned to you if the application is not complete or the information requested is not provided. Please check the application thoroughly before submitting.
What's the new process for owner-builders?
To apply for a Certificate of Consent you must follow the steps below:
- Step 1: Request or download a copy of the
Owner-builder Certificate of Consent Application Kit Aug09 (1.23MB) from the Building Commission or Building Practitioners Board. - Step 2: Read and complete the application form and statutory declaration contained in the Owner-builder Application Kit.
- Step 3: Tear out the completed application form and statutory declaration
- Step 4: Attach the application fee of $83.30 (Effective from 1 July 2010)
- Step 5: Attach a copy of a current driver's licence or passport (as proof of identity)
- Step 6: Attach a copy of a Certificate of Title or Register Search Statement and Plan of Subdivision
- Step 7: Send or deliver the completed application, with any supporting documents to:
Application Submission
By mail:
Building Practitioners Board
PO Box 536
Melbourne VIC 3001
In person to our Application Drop Box:
Building Practitioners Board
The Goods Shed North
733 Bourke Street
Docklands VIC 3008
You must ensure your application is complete and required documentation provided
- Applications are for drop off only
- Applications will not be assessed at Reception
- We will not be able to copy documents on your behalf
Phone: 1300 815 127
