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Get on with the job faster with fuss-free building approvals

It can be a challenge to find quality people to work with to deliver your projects in a timely, cost-effective way. Finding the best building certifier for your construction approvals and inspections is no different.
All building approvals are important, but not all building approvals are straightforward. You need an experienced and efficient team on your side—that’s where The Building Approval Company comes in. We’re the leading professionals when it comes to building approvals in Northern Queensland.
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Top Resources for Builders

  • Resources

Form 43 templates
Form 12 templates
Plumbing and drainage forms
Development application
NCC 2022, what do I need to know?
Building guides
Building Certifier Code of Conduct

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Top ways we help builders

  • Professional and efficient building approvals
  • We’ll fill out the forms for you. Saving you time and money…
  • A highly qualified team for the right advice every time.
  • Free training on changes to the National Construction Code when they happen
  • Support to avoid or manage lapsed building permits and get back on track

Why choose The Building Approval Company?

  • Trustworthy advice from a friendly team, licensed by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) and with global ISO certification
  • Excellent knowledge of design, building, engineering and construction practices, liveable housing, NDIS and relevant building codes and legislation
  • We’re efficient when it comes to inspections and provide clear advice on rectifying issues

Frequently Asked Questions for Builders

How much notice do you need for inspections?
24 hours is required. We recommend you refer to your Conditions of Approval for all inspection requirements. Additional notice may be required in remote areas.

It is best to provide 24 hours’ notice but our team will always try to accommodate your inspection. We recommend you refer to your Conditions of Approval for all inspection requirements.

*Additional notice may be required in remote areas or long travel times

How long does it take for plans to be approved?
If all the information is provided and no further council approvals are needed a building approval can be done within 24 hours’. We will have one of our licensed Building Certifiers review your plans at quote stage when they provide the initial advice on what the application will need.
When does QBCC Home warranty insurance apply?

QBCC Insurance is required where the cost of works is over $3,300 and work is being carried out by a licensed Builder. QBCC Insurance only applies to domestic work, including pools, patios, sheds etc. It does not apply for commercial or industrial building work.

Buy QBCC Home Warranty Insurance here.

What is Q‐Leave and when does it apply?

Q-Leave is a long service leave scheme that provides benefits to construction workers based on time worked in the industry rather than service to an individual employer. This Government levy is payable on all building work with a value of work over $150,000 + GST.

Q-Leave Calculator here.

Can you lodge plumbing applications to Council for me?

Yes, where a new plumbing service is required, we will include the plumbing fees in our fee proposal and lodge the forms for you.

Find Plumbing and Drainage Forms here.

What about Siting Dispensations and Town Planning Overlays?
Yes, our fee proposal will outline our fees to prepare the reports and associated council fees. We have access to the local government lodgement portals and have longstanding relationships with council staff.
Can you make a Development Application?
Yes, we have an in-house Town Planner who can make a code assessable or impact assessable development application for you. Just get in contact with us to find out more.
Can you supply Form 43s (formerly Form 16)?
Yes, we have both blank templates and pre-filled forms on our website here.
The National Construction Code (NCC) is Changing, what do I need to know?
We have put together a summary of everything you need to know for the NCC 2022 changes coming May 1 and October 1 2023 (Queensland).
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