Building and construction

Changes to Building Certification Services

Lismore City Council recently undertook a comprehensive review of Building Certification Services and determined that development certification can be effectively provided by private certifiers.

This change aligns with industry practices and ensures that resources are focused on core responsibilities while enabling applicants to access certification through accredited private providers.

As a result, Council will no longer offer the following development certification services:

  • Complying development certificates
  • Construction Certificates
  • Occupation Certificates
  • Critical Stage Inspections (Critical Stage Inspections will continue for existing PCA contracts until the 28 November, 2025)
  • Swimming Pool Compliance Certificates

For your building certification needs, people will now need to engage a qualified private certifier and/or an accredited E1 Pool Certifier.

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Transitional arrangements

If you currently have a construction certificate and/or an occupation certificate application with Council, Council will contact you as soon as possible to advise of the next steps.

Please note:

  • Council will continue to assess Building Information Certificate applications
  • Council will continue to undertake external plumbing inspections for developments
Thank you for your understanding as we navigate these changes. If you have any questions, please contact the Council on 02 6625 0500 or council@lismore.nsw.gov.au.

 

 

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