Send relevant forms to the certifier- so construction stages can progress (Building Regulations 2021)
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BA&A certifiers are keen to support builders and collaborate with construction industry professionals... so we can all meet updated legislative requirements.
🖱️View Building Regulations 2021
💡Updated forms became mandatory on May 1st 2023.
- Form 12: clarification of competent person requirements.
- Form 15: compliance certificate for building design or specification - clarification of use. Can be used by manufacturer/ supplier if they have also undertaken design component of the product.
- Form 16: Inspection certificate - format changes.
- Form 17: final inspection certificate for pools/ swimming pool barriers - minor updates to terminology
💡In February 2026, the Building and Plumbing newsflash outlined the latest insights on competent persons (engineers). The Building Regulations 2021 outline form requirements and considerations for Class 1a projects.
Construction stages: footings, slab, masonry, frame and final
Once each stage is complete and F16 issued by the certifier, work on the next stage can proceed. Read more at Business Queensland. Queensland Building Regulation changes explained here.
📋Engineers - download here
Building Regulation updates in previous years have meant some changes to forms submitted. Learn more in the QBCC summary here.
Each construction stage is required to be completed before commencing the next stage. The new form format applies ie the new Form 16 (version 1 - September 2021) can only be used by a certifier/ RPEQ.
Form 21s and Form 17s - finalise your project faster
📨As each stage of the building works is complete, please ensure the relevant updated building forms are provided to the certifier so the project can progress to the next stage. Emailing through to info@buildingaaa.com.au keeps your project rolling quickest.
Not sure which documents to send to your certifier, and when?
Refer back to the details/ conditions provided in the certificates required list (usually found on page 3 / 4 of the Approval Package emailed by BA&A).
This preliminary list outlines documentation required to be submitted at each stage, and by whom.
Occasionally, in certain circumstances additional certificates may be required later eg following the final inspection.
❔More here - blog post: Finalising projects
Builders - supporting your contractors?
The link is here for the new F43 - online at the gov website. This form (previously the F16) confirms the aspect work (termite, glass barriers, installation of roof sheeting etc) complies with the building approval. QBCC Licensees will provide to builders once work is completed. Other forms online here.
BA&A will accept a F12 or F43 from licensed electrical contractors for the installation of smoke alarms / mechanical vents/ energy efficient lighting.
Form 73: addition of product technical statement more here.
Clarify for your team
Builders and engineers, our in-house guide outlines forms and processes required for each construction stage
Deliver safe building works, on time... so you can get paid and move on to the next project.
Key info: Approval Package
Builders can refer to the details/ conditions provided in the projects "certificates required" list, provided by BA&A.
This preliminary list outlines documentation required to be submitted at each stage, and by whom (though additional certificates may be identified and required under certain circumstances).
Ensure smooth building approvals for your new projects
Encourage homeowners to begin with a site survey - especially when building work is on a small lot/ on or near the boundary. Or, add in to your own quote accordingly.
BR 2021: FAQs
What is a Form 12?
Completed by an appointed competent person after inspection of an aspect of work. Watch this video: selecting a registered cadastral surveyor.
Is a height certificate required from the cadastral surveyor?
Not always - check the conditions in your BA document.
Who does the structural inspections during construction?
If in doubt, speak with your engineer. The certifier collates documentation throughout the build and attends site for the final inspection (at project completion).
What is a Form 62?
A Form 62 – Notice that the Stage of Work Does Not Comply is an official document used in Queensland under section 54 of the Building Regulation 2021.
It is issued when an appointed competent person (such as a structural engineer) carries out a stage inspection and is not satisfied that the stage has been completed or that it complies with the building development approval.[housing.qld.gov.au]
When is the Form 62 issued?
Issued immediately after the inspection if the engineer or competent person finds that:
The stage of work is incomplete, or
The work does not comply with the approved plans, building code, or development approval.
The notice must be given to both the builder and the building certifier for the project
What is Section 4 of Form 62?
A critical communication tool between the engineer and the builder for resolving issues efficiently, section 4 outlines compliance matters and reasons for non‑compliance
This allows the engineer to clearly outline:
Which stage of work has not been completed or does not comply
The specific reasons for non‑compliance
Any details needed, so the builder can understand the issue and take corrective action
What happens after a Form 62 is issued?
Once the builder receives the notice, they may immediately take steps to rectify the issues identified in Section 4.
Advice you can build on
Thank you for your collaboration as we navigate legislative requirements together.
⏭️ See also this Master Builders summary
📲 For clarifications / feedback, please get in touch on 07 3265 4114.