Gain comprehensive insights on what an owner builder is from the CEO of the Owner Builder Centre, Greg Christodoulou, through an exclusive interview shown above. This interview covers everything you need to know to embark on the path of owner building.
Greg Christodoulou – CEO of Owner Builder Centre is a trainer with a construction law background, Greg and his team started Owner Builder Centre in 2010, helping to empower thousands of Australians to control their destiny by educating and training them how to be owner builders.
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How to Become an Owner Builder in Queensland
If you’re planning to build a home in Queensland, iBuild can help you become an owner builder with ease. Our Owner Builder step-by-step guide for Queensland provides essential information on being an owner builder, including explaining the role of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC). With this comprehensive guide and an iBuild kit home, you will have all the resources you need to become an owner builder in Queensland.
1. Check if you are eligible to be an owner builder
In Queensland, you must meet certain requirements to be eligible for an owner builder permit. You must be an individual, not a company, and the property must be your primary place of residence or intended to be your primary place of residence after completion. You also need to complete a mandatory owner builder course and pass an assessment before applying for a permit.
2. Apply for an owner builder permit
Once you have completed the owner builder course and assessment, you can apply for an owner builder permit from QBCC. The permit will allow you to undertake building or renovation work on your property as an owner builder. You need to provide QBCC with detailed plans, specifications, and a list of proposed subcontractors, as well as evidence of your eligibility to be an owner builder.
3. Obtain relevant approvals
Before commencing any work, you need to obtain relevant approvals from local council, such as a building approval or development approval, as well as any other approvals required by law. You also need to ensure that your project complies with relevant building codes and standards.
4. Arrange Appropriate insurances
This includes obtaining public liability insurance and construction works insurance to protect yourself, your property, and any visitors or workers from any potential accidents or damages that may occur during the building process. It is important to ensure that your insurance coverage meets the requirements of your owner builder permit and any legal obligations.
5. Manage the building process
As an owner builder, you will be responsible for managing the building process, including sourcing and supervising subcontractors, ordering materials, and ensuring that the work is completed to a high standard. You also need to comply with relevant health and safety regulations and ensure that your worksite is safe for workers and visitors.
6. Complete the project
Once your building project is completed, you need to obtain a final inspection and certification from a building certifier to confirm that the work complies with relevant building codes and standards. You also need to ensure that any subcontractors are paid and that any outstanding debts are settled.
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*Please note that this study guide is outdated and some of the information within the document may be obsolete. However, it still provides valuable advice for owner builders in QLD.
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*The information provided on this webpage is for general information purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.