Industrial & Commercial NSW (Class 5, 6, 7 & 8 buildings)
Factories, warehouses, commercial offices, service stations, transport depots, airports, shopping centers, car parks, hospitality venues, hotels and motels. If it's an industrial or commercial building, we've got it sorted.
Industrial and commercial approvals sorted, with clarity from start to finish.
Industrial and commercial builds come with high stakes, tight timelines and serious compliance requirements. At Buildcert, we partner with industrial and commercial builders, project managers and developers to keep projects moving. Whether you're working on a factory expansion, transport facility or new hotel or motel, our certification process helps you meet your obligations without slowing down your site.
We handle industrial and commercial projects of all shapes and sizes across NSW.
[ Our approach ]
How we get your industrial project sorted.
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Getting StartedWhat we need
Quote & go
We’ll check over your plans, send you a clear quote and preliminary checklist, and once you give us the go-ahead, we’ll kick the process off straight away.
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Get Your Docs ReadyWho handles this
While you’ll be pulling the documents together, Buildcert will guide you through the process and we can also source any property documents that you might need.
What we check
We make sure the essentials are in place and spot anything that could slow things down. The minimum we’ll need to lodge your application is our application form, plus:
For CDCs:
- Architectural plans, internal & external elevations, sections plan, construction details
- Title Search, Deposited Plan & 88b Instrument
- Section 10.7 Planning Certificate
- Application form
For CCs:
- Architectural site plans, application form and consent form
- Development consent from council
- DA endorsed plans
- Planning Portal references
- Annual Fire Safety Statement
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Lodgement & AssessmentWhat's involved
We prepare and lodge your application in the NSW Planning Portal. Our certifiers will assess your project and conduct a site visit (where required).
Once your project has been assessed, your certifier will send a Request for Information (RFI) explaining exactly what to provide. If any adjustments to plans are required, we will talk you through that too.
What you gain
You’ll get a clear list of requirements upfront, straightforward communication, and a certifier dedicated to your project. We’ll guide you each step of the way and work with you to keep your approval moving.
What we check
We’ll assess your documentation, plans, and reports against the relevant codes, legislation and National Construction Code.
What's next
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Construction & Final Sign-OffMandatory inspections
Your approval sets out the component certificates we expect will be needed along the way, so you know exactly what’s required as the build progresses.
It will also outline every mandatory inspection needed for your project. It’s the Builders responsibility to book them in, but we make bookings easy. If your project is in our service areas, book before 3pm and we’ll be there the next day to keep things on track.
Our team will then carry out all mandatory inspections to make sure your build stays safe, compliant, and moving without delays.
For an industrial project, inspections typically include:
- First pour inspection
- Stormwater inspection
- Completion inspection
Outcome
Once we do a completion inspection and review all your docs we issue your Occupation Certificate; your official sign-off that the project is complete.
You beauty!
[ Services ]
The right solution, every time.
Buildcert sorts everything from approvals to final sign-off, so you can have peace of mind knowing that you’ve got one team, all the way through. We’re your one-stop-shop for certification services.
[ Why choose Buildcert ]
Certification sorted.
For projects big or small, Buildcert gets your certification sorted. Trusted experience, clear communication and fast turnarounds mean you get less stress, more certainty, and support to keep your project moving.
- +47000Approvals issued.That's over 47,000 approvals, sorted.
- 15.6B$Total value of construction approved.$15.6B of construction approved and counting.
- +275000Inspections completed.Clients trust Buildcert because we’ve got the experience and know-how to get your certification sorted.
"Buildcert’s building compliance expertise was invaluable during our recent upgrades. Their team brought confidence, clarity and professionalism to a complex project, ensuring everything stayed compliant and on track from start to finish."
"Buildcert has been a reliable partner for years. Their proactive approach, local knowledge, and responsiveness take the stress out of certification for our team."
"Buildcert are a valuable partner for our team. Their practical guidance, collaborative approach and clear advice help us deliver bespoke designs that meet compliance without compromising creativity."
Ready to get your certification sorted?
Frequently asked questions.
Need clarity on industrial and commercial approvals? Our FAQs break down the process and tackle the common questions so you can keep your project compliant and on schedule.
What is the process for approving works or a change of use for commercial developments?
Commercial builds, fit-outs, or changes of use typically go through one of two approval paths:
- Development Application (DA) via your local council – standard route for more complex or site-specific projects.
- Complying Development Certificate (CDC) with a – quicker if your project meets the lot requirements and complying development codes in the State Environmental Planning Policy (SEPP).
Both paths require detailed plans and supporting documents. We recommend talking to a town planner before purchasing or leasing a commercial development.
Do I need a Building Code of Australia (BCA) report, and what’s included?
If your project involves compliance challenges under the Building Code of Australia (BCA), a BCA Report is often recommended by Councils, certifiers, and architects. It’s particularly useful for change-of-use applications, alternative design solutions, or projects with unique site conditions.
A BCA report evaluates your design against the Deemed‑to‑Satisfy (DTS) provisions of the Code.
It checks areas such as structure, fire-resistance, access & egress including accessibility, services & equipment and health & amenity components. This assists in identifying if your design satisfies the applicable DTS provisions of the BCA.
You’ll often find DTS non-compliances forming the requirement for design amendments or where design amendments cannot be satisfied a performance solution report may be proposed.
Can my certifier prepare a Building Code of Australia (BCA) report too?
Typically the same certifier cannot prepare both the BCA report and act as the Principal Certifier on a project as legally this may present a conflict of interest due to certifiers legally not being able to provide design advice.
What does ‘Deemed-To-Satisy’ (DTS) mean?
DTS refers to the prescribed, prescriptive pathways in the BCA. If your design ticks these boxes, like specific setback distances or fire ratings, you meet compliance automatically. If not, you may need a Performance Solution; a tailored, performance-based alternative designed to achieve the same safety outcome in a different way.
What’s a Performance Solutions Report?
When your project doesn’t meet deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) provisions, a Performance Solution Report steps in. It’s a technical document that demonstrates how your design meets the Performance Requirements of the Building Code of Australia or alternative methods to show it's just as safe.
What is a Clause 137 report, and when is it required?
Clause 137 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation sets rules around Complying Development Certificate (CDC) issuance. If the existing building is subject to a performance solution for a fire safety requirement under the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and your development comprises internal alterations or a change of use, you will need a compliance report to support your CDC application.
This confirms your design is consistent with the existing performance solution report.
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