Residential Building Approvals NSW
If you're building or renovating any Class 1 & 10 buildings in NSW, we make the certification process easy. No stress. No delays. Just expert advice, local knowledge, and fast approvals.
[ Why Buildcert ]
Trusted experience, clear communication and fast turnarounds mean you get less stress, more certainty, and support to keep your project moving.
[ Certification sorted ]
Know what to expect. Skip the guesswork.
At Buildcert, we understand that certification is not the most exciting part of a building project. But it is one of the most important. You don’t want to have to think about it too much. And you don’t want it to slow you down. You just want to know that it’s being taken care of in a professional, efficient and timely way. You just want to know that it’s sorted. Sorted by practical, knowledgeable people you can trust. Because when your certification is sorted, you can get on with bringing your building to life.
And that’s what Buildcert is all about. We use our unrivalled industry experience and innovative spirit to remove friction points from the building certification process – making it simpler, easier and faster. No matter how big or small your project or what challenges you face, with Buildcert, you can rest easy knowing your certification is sorted.
[ Services ]
What we offer
The services you need. The support you want. We handle the full range of residential certification services across NSW. That includes:
Need something specific? Just ask. We’ll let you know what’s required (and what’s not).
[ Project types ]
Residential projects, sorted.
[ Our approach ]
From plan to approval, here’s how we help.
01
Approval PathwayWhat it is
Your project will need either a Development Application (DA) and Construction Certificate (CC) (Building Approval) or a Complying Development Certificate (CDC) (combined planning and building approval) before construction can commence. If you aren't sure which pathway is right for your project, no worries, we can help you out with this.
If your project requires a Building Approval pathway, this means you first need to go through the DA process with your local Council. Once you have received your development consent, then back to Buildcert for your CC. For a combined planning and building approval pathway, you are good to progress straight to the next stage.
Why it matters
Picking the right pathway means faster, smoother approvals and no costly backtracking.
02
Quote & GoWhat's involved
For a CDC, we just need your site plans to get started on your quote. If you do have any other supporting documents handy, like a Title Search, send these through too.
For a CC, we require a copy of your DA-stamped plans and development consent.
What's next
Once you have accepted your quote, we move on to formal lodgement and approval. To kick this off, you will need to complete the application form and send any necessary documents. We will guide you through what documents are needed and can help you source them. For more information, you can view our checklists.
03
Pre-constructionApplication
We prepare and lodge your application in the NSW Planning Portal. Our certifiers will assess your project and carry out a site visit. If we need further details, we’ll send you a request for information (RFI) and review the documents once received.
Approval time!
Next steps
We’ll flag any pre-construction steps, and once you’ve ticked the boxes, we’ll issue a Notice of Commencement. From there, it’s just a two-day wait and you’re good to go.
04
During ConstructionWhat's involved
Our certifiers conduct mandatory inspections at key milestones throughout the construction. The inspections required for your project will be listed on your approval. It is the Builder's responsibility to ensure inspections are booked in as needed.
Next day bookings - easy!
With next-day inspection bookings (when scheduled before 3pm and in our service areas), we help avoid costly delays and keep things moving.
Why it matters
These inspections keep your build compliant and help catch any issues early before they become bigger problems. Missing an inspection can impact final approval.
05
Final Sign-offWhat it is
Once construction is complete, we will conduct a final inspection. Once final documentation is reviewed and everything checks out, we issue your Occupation Certificate.
Why it matters
This final tick of approval confirms your build meets all requirements and is safe, legal and ready to use.
Signed, Sealed, Sorted.
Trust Australia’s certification experts to get it sorted.
- +47000Approvals issued
- 15.6B$Total value of construction approved
- +275000Inspections completed
[ Service areas ]
Local know-how. Wide reach.
We work across the majority of NSW, with certifiers who live locally and know what councils are looking for. No matter where you're building, you’ll get consistent service, quick answers and the kind of support that keeps your project on track.
[ Your team of experts ]
The experience to keep your project moving.
With Buildcert, you can trust that every certifier brings the experience, insight and support to get your job sorted.
Kaine Tarlinton
Founder & CEO
Mitch Tarlinton
NSW State Manager
Dan Chapman
NSW Residential Certification Manager
Jessie Nasif
Residential Certification
Paul Koen
Residential Certification
Tristan Fahey
Residential CertificationToolbox
Sorted.
