A local government building permit (approval to build) is usually required before commencing building works such as a new house or a renovation.
Local governments are responsible for granting building permits in line with legislation, the Building Code of Australia, relevant town planning requirements and local building laws. The Building Act 2011 and Building Regulations 2012 provide the legislative framework for managing and regulating building approvals.
The objective of this audit is to determine if local governments effectively regulate residential building permits.
Our lines of inquiry are:
- Do local governments adequately assess building permit applications?
- Do local governments effectively monitor and enforce compliance with building permits?
Tabling is currently anticipated in the first quarter of 2019.