About the Building Commission

The Building Commission is:

• a division of the Department of Commerce that regulates the built environment for the benefit of the community.
• a leader in research and development, and the setting of standards.
• a promoter of best practice and continuous improvement.
• a supporter of key trades and professions through effective registration, licensing and auditing.
• an impartial adjudicator in the resolution of industry disputes.
• a comfort to consumers and building owners when they engage with the building industry.

The Building Commission provides services in three main areas:

Licensing and Applications

• Administers registration and licensing applications for builders, painters, building surveyors, plumbers and construction contracts administrators.

Compliance and Complaints

• Carries out inspections of building services, investigates breaches of legislation and provides a dispute resolution service.

Industry Development

• Administers and monitors standards and codes of practice for building services.
• Develops and provides industry policy and legislation.
• Provides information and advice for industry and consumers.