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What is residential built strata?


Residential built strata is the construction of multiple class 1 dwellings on a single lot.


What is the purpose of a Building Approval Certificate - Strata?


A building approval certificate – strata (BAC – Strata) is required to obtain approval and subsequent titles for the sale of residential built strata. A built strata scheme recognises cubic space where buildings have been constructed and is used to define strata lot boundaries.


What do I need to do to apply for a Building Approval Certificate – Strata?


In order to get the BA16 – Building Approval Certificate Strata you will be required to pay a fee and submit an application to the relevant council. Your application will need to include the following:


1. BA15 – Application for Building Approval Certificate – Strata;
2. Strata Plan and Form 5 Certificate from a licensed land surveyor;
3. BA18 – Certificate of Building Compliance and all technical certificates.
Note: Built strata with a total land area of more than 2500m2 or with more than 5 dwellings shall require additional Approval from the Western Australian Planning Commission – which in most cases is delegated to the local authority. Speak to your licensed land surveyor about obtaining all of the correct forms.


What is a Certificate of Building Compliance?


The BA18 – Certificate of Building Compliance (CBC) is a certification from the registered building surveyor that the constructed buildings comply with the applicable building standards and the approvals which have been issued – confirming that the buildings are safe for occupancy. We will need relevant certificates on which we rely upon for the issue of a CBC. These include:


1. Strata Plan and form 5 signed by the licensed land surveyor;
2. Completion certificate for plumbing and gas;
3. Completion certificate for electrical works;
4. Completion certificate for termite treatment;
5. Any engineer inspections undertaken during construction i.e. compaction;
6. BA7 – Notice of Completion from the builder;
7. The DA and BP numbers to be referenced on BA18.


At Green Start Consultants we have registered building surveyors able to inspect your buildings and issue a CBC promptly, efficiently and at a competitive price. Speak to us today to get a quote and organise your next statutory inspection.


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