Gold Coast
Local certifiers. Fast approvals. Certification sorted across the Gold Coast.
[ Fast residential approvals ]
Local private certifiers right here in the Gold Coast that have your certification sorted.
From new homes in Varsity Lakes to retrospective approvals in Pacific Pines, our team of certifiers have strong knowledge of local council regulations, combining their trusted experience with fast, consistent service to ensure your project gets approved fast.
While we’re backed by the experience and scale of Australia’s largest private certifier, our team here is deeply local, with strong knowledge of Council requirements.
[ Services ]
Residential certification, with consistent quality.
We specialise in residential certification across south-east Queensland, with a focus on fast turnarounds, simple processes, and advice you can trust. Our local team understand the Gold Coast’s planning landscape and how to keep your build project on track.
- Building Approvals
- Relax Applications
- Retrospective Building Approvals
[ Our promise to you ]
Your sort of certifier.
With fast turnarounds, trusted experience and clear solutions, we'll get your certification sorted.
Trusted
Buildcert people aren't just experts in certification, they're highly experienced in understanding your challenges and knowing how to solve them. With trusted people, proven processes and consistent interpretations, you get reliable, practical support every time.Simplified
Buildcert simplifies building certification through innovative delivery and clear, consistent communication. With smart processes and clear guidance, you can move through your projects with confidence and certainty.
[ Service area coverage ]
Queensland is big. Luckily our footprint is too.
Our Gold Coast team bring local knowledge that helps your approval run smoother, not slower. We know the planning rules and who sets them.
- Gold Coast City Council
- Scenic Rim Regional Council
- Logan City Council
- Brisbane City Council
- Redland City Council
- Ipswich City Council
Toolbox
Frequently asked questions.
Still have a couple of questions? We've put together answers to some of the most common.
What documents are needed to start an approval?
A typical submission includes:
- Site plan, floor plans, elevations
- Engineering details, if required
- Design compliance (Form 15) if required
- Energy efficiency report
- Soil/site data
- Title Search
- The correct Development Application (DA) form (usually DA Form 2 for building work)
This can change depending on the project, but don’t worry, we will guide you through what's needed.
What do I need for quoting?
How long does approval take?
Do I need building approval for my project?
Can you lodge documents with Council on my behalf?
Sorted.
