Demo contractors, feeling the need for speed?
- Aug 3
- 3 min read
Experience the BA&A team work approach - get quick turnarounds and clarity around complex demos.
People generally come to us when…
They need a quick and easy demolition approval (so they can get on with work and win more projects!)
They are worried about meeting their legislative obligations
They are finding it difficult to deal with their current certifier (they want a more professional and streamlined service)
Got your owners authority and site details ready to go? Avoid an approval headache - get your demolition permit ASAP so work can commence.
Our experienced team can undertake the searches necessary and liaise with council to streamline approvals for your demo project – from quote to completion. We support Queensland's industry leaders for certification with the Brisbane City Council (BCC) and surrounds.
Residential buildings / structures
Swimming pools / spas
Temporary structures
Site offices and relocatable / transportable buildings (removal from site only)
QBCC contractor licence is not required when demolishing / removing an entire house or structure only. However it is required, when the demolition is carried out as part of erection, construction, renovation, alteration, extension, improvement or repair of a building.
More info https://www.qbcc.qld.gov.au/demolition
Need to save time? Prefer greater control over your demolition permits?
BA&A high turnover demo clients find our portal useful
Submission of application via an online portal –your job set up and ready to roll
Transparency and instant access to project status – no more phone calls for updates- you can see where each project's at straight away.
Ability to upload documents direct (certificates, photos) Downloading of approval / final documents – save time and get the project underway
Our team is passionate about professional service. We look forward to supporting clients with the most up to date technology.
Let us know if access to our client portal might help you!
Access our FAQ page for more demolitions info, including pool/ spa removal pointers.
Q. Need to decommission a swimming pool/spa on private property – is a demolition permit required?
A. It's likely demolition approval is required for significant structural demolition work. Ensure coping is removed and that the structure is incapable of holding water (to a depth of 300mm). Once finalised, notify QBCC so the swimming pool/spa can be removed from the pool safety register.
Q. What are the notifiable work requirements for a deconstruction site?
A. Form 4 – required to demonstrate the sewer is safely capped.
Q. Which applications are submitted to council to finalise a demolition project?
A. A full certifier's assessment confirms if additional applications are required. Generally, when no further applications are triggered, requirements include:
Sewer capping
Site to be cleared of debris
Asbestos clearance certificate
Final inspection
Q. For a demolition approval, is a site within the dwelling house character overlay likely to trigger additional requirements?
A. No, though if the site is in the Traditional Building Character or Heritage area, a Development Application (DA) through a town planner is likely to be required.
In some cases legislation requires certain demolition permits (for a building primarily used for residential purposes) to be held for 5 business days with Council prior to issuing to the Applicant (in accordance with s88 of the Building Act 1975).
Ask if you need information for scheduling / requirements when demolishing a pre-1947 or Pre 1911 dwelling. More from Brisbane Town Planning here
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