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Process building applications for Class 2 to 9 buildings to three storeys

Process building applications for Class 2 to 9 buildings to three storeys

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCBS6109
State Code
OCU57
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2021
Field of Education
040305 - Building Surveying
Original Release Date
09/06/2021
Nominal Hours
110
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to process building applications for buildings included in the National Construction Code (NCC) definitions for Classes 2 to 9 up to three storeys and not exceeding 2,000 square metres in floor area. It includes gathering and assessing documentation that supports the building application process required to obtain a building permit.This unit is suitable for building surveyors who draw on their broad theoretical knowledge and technical skills to carry out the statutory role of ensuring that proposed building projects meet relevant compliance requirements prior to commencement of construction.This unit forms part of the licensing requirements for building surveying in some states and territories. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to clarify these requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare to assess building application.
  • 1.1 Review scope and nature of building application for building included in Classes 2 to 9, and check to confirm compliance with relevant legislation, codes and local planning policies.
  • 1.2 Identify and clarify specific building approval timelines and administrative requirements of the relevant local authority.
  • 1.3 Inspect proposed development site to clarify nature of development and potential impact on surrounding environment and structures.
  • 1.4 Identify need for specialist expertise and engage relevant persons to provide advice throughout the building application process.
  • 1.5 Identify and initiate processes to achieve required consents or approvals from service authorities.
2 Assess building application documentation for building included in Classes 2 to 9.
  • 2.1 Review building application documentation to ensure accuracy, currency and completeness according to local authority requirements, and request additional information from client as required.
  • 2.2 Confirm property ownership with reference to titles and other relevant documentation.
  • 2.3 Assess submitted documentation for compliance with current and relevant local planning scheme, codes and legislation, and document areas of non-compliance.
  • 2.4 Review site of proposed building application for possible environmental protection laws and exclusions and note and document compliance requirements.
  • 2.5 Assess design plans for compliance with relevant legislation, codes and regulations, and document areas of non-compliance.
  • 2.6 Document required amendments to plans and proposed performance solutions to ensure compliance and communicate to client.
  • 2.7 Discuss non-compliances and proposed performance solutions with relevant persons to arrange re-submission of plans and documentation for building approval.
3 Assess revised design plans and documentation.
  • 3.1 Assess revised plans and documentation for building approval compliance.
  • 3.2 Identify design features requiring clarification and discuss with relevant persons to ensure plans meet compliance requirements.
  • 3.3 Update client to provide updates on progress with building application process.
4 Finalise building permit.
  • 4.1 Arrange required public notices and document and handle objections according to regulatory and workplace requirements.
  • 4.2 Process final building permit including relevant permission conditions that ensure the environment, adjacent structures and any heritage listed structures are protected.
  • 4.3 Submit copy of building permit to local authority and relevant persons according to regulatory and workplace requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUX50 CPCCBS6009 Process building applications for commercial buildings up to three storeys Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGI6 CPC60121 Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying Qualification