Need A Building Certificate In Newcastle? Our Expert Certification Team Can Help You Gain Council Approval And Guide You Through The Building Process.
Do you need a building certificate in Newcastle, fast? Our team of local building certifiers will guide you through the application process and have your building certificate approved by the council in a matter of weeks.
Don’t waste time battling through complex council requirements and paperwork. With SureScope, our experts will save you the hassle by accessing your building or plans and preparing recommendations for your council submission. Our streamlined, easy approach will make the entire building certification process simple and pain-free.
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What is a building certificate?
A building certificate represents an assurance from the local council that a new or existing building complies with all necessary standards and legislation.
Upon issuing, the certification will prevent the council from ordering certain types of work for up to seven years, including demolition, alteration, addition and rebuilding.
A building information certificate confirms that the council doesn’t intend to issue an order or commence proceedings for the building to be altered, rebuilt or demolished and that it won’t commence encroachment proceedings by claiming council land.
The council will inspect the building and review council records to approve a building information certificate. When you apply, you may need to provide the following:
- Architectural plans
- Building specifications
- Fire safety information (which we can provide)
- Registered survey
- Structural engineering certification
- Private building certification report (which we can provide)
Our certification experts make obtaining a building information certificate in Newcastle simple. Contact our team today.
Who Can Request A Building Information Certification?
Building certificates are often requested before settlement in real estate by buyers or sellers, or when work is done without council or certifier approval. A building certificate application can be requested by any of the following parties for either the whole building or part of the building:
- The property owner
- A nominated person, with the consent of the property owner
- The person purchasing a property under a contract of sale
- A public authority who has first notified the property owner of their intention to apply for the building certificate.
When Should I Apply For A Building Certificate?
A building certificate gives homeowners and business owners assurance from the local council that a new building complies with all relevant legislation and standards. Unlike a construction certificate, a building certificate is requested to ensure a structure is up to building code regulations retrospectively.
We recommend applying for a building certificate early in the buying or selling process to avoid unexpected issues. Some homes are purchased without the buyer knowing that parts of the building were completed without a development application. Sellers are not required to provide a building certificate, so we recommend buyers apply for a certificate to ensure the property is not subject to an order.
When the certificate is granted, the council will be prevented from ordering work to be conducted for up to seven years, including demolition, alteration, addition and rebuilding.
How Long Will It Take To Obtain A NSW Building Information Certificate?
Obtaining a building information certificate can be time-consuming, it also depends on the local council you are obtaining from. However, our expert team will provide recommendations, advice and reports to streamline the process and ensure the quickest possible result.
Contact our team and receive a council building certificate quickly with SureScope Building Certifiers. Get in touch today.
Applying For A Council Building Information Certificate In Newcastle
Our Newcastle-based team of certifiers can help guide you through the building certificate application process and help get it approved by the council in a matter of weeks. Our expert team of certifiers can assess the building or building plans and make recommendations or reports to help you get ready for council submission.
Our extensive public service experience at local, state and federal NSW government levels means we can help you navigate the local council with ease.
Get In Touch With The SureScope Team In Newcastle Regarding Your Building Certification. We Can Put Your Project On The Fast Track To Success.
Other FAQs
To get a building information certificate in NSW, you will need to prepare the necessary documentation (e.g. a recent survey or site plan of the property, existing building approvals, and a completed application form), submit the application to your local council (this can be completed online), and pay the application fee.
The council will arrange a site inspection to assess the building and ensure it is accessible, or you can hire a private certifier to complete this for you.
You will be issued a building information certificate once the building has been inspected and approved.
A building certificate is typically valid for seven years from the issue date. During this period, the council cannot issue any building-related orders or take action against the building for issues covered by the certificate.
Yes, you can apply for a building certificate for the entire or part of the building. This is useful if you only need certification for a specific area, such as an extension or a renovated section.
The cost of a building certificate can vary depending on several factors, like the type and size of the building and the specific council’s fee structure. As of 2024, building certificates for residential buildings up to 200m2 are around $250, and additional fees are applied per extra m2.
Commercial and industrial buildings can be higher, and inspection/surveying fees can be extra.
Your local council are the only authority that can issue a building certificate.
If your building does not comply with relevant standards, the council or we can provide a list of required rectifications. Once these issues are addressed, you can apply again for the building certificate.
If your application for a building information certificate is refused or you disagree with the conditions imposed, you can appeal the decision through the Land and Environment Court of NSW.