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Use of gun nails to connect Triple Grips, Multi/Universal Grips and pre-punched Tie-down Straps
The QBCC will be checking compliance during random audits and we understand that if this does not dramatically improve, the use of gun nails may…
Logan Plumbing Fines
We have been advised by Logan City Council that they intend to issue fines where a house is occupied prior to the plumbing final being…
Brisbane City Council | Flood Prone Land
The Brisbane City Council recently introduced minor changes to City Plan 2014. Despite these being referred to as minor amendments by Council, the changes included…
Double clipping in shaft fire separating walls
The QBCC has been conducting random audits of fire separating walls and has discovered a common non-compliance with their installation in many various projects. It…
Draft Moreton Bay Planning Scheme
Council has reviewed public comments on the draft Moreton Bay Planning Scheme, and is expected to submit it to the State Government for approval in…
Town Planning Approvals issued by Brisbane City Council
Please be aware that town planning approvals issued by the Brisbane City Council may require an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan be prepared and relevant…
Gold Coast City Council | Town Planning Assessments
The Professional Certification Group has been advised that Gold Coast City Council town planning assessments are currently running behind schedule. The GIA process for boundary…
Introducing Accelerate Sustainability Assessments
The energy efficiency team within PCG is now trading as Accelerate Sustainability Assessments (or Accelerate for short). Invoicing and fees will remain unchanged and business…
Transport Noise Corridors | Railway Lines
Yesterday the State Government designated railway lines as Transport Noise Corridors. This means all new dwellings and renovations to houses along railway lines will now…
