This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to process building applications for buildings included in Building Code of Australia (BCA) definitions for:classes 2 to 9 (up to three storeys), andthree-storey class 1 buildings.The unit covers gathering and assessing documentation that supports the building application process, which if successful, results in the issuing of a building permit.The unit supports the work of private and municipal building surveyors carrying out the statutory role of ensuring that proposed commercial building projects meet relevant compliance requirements prior to commencement of construction.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.