Domestic Building Permits
Planning to build a new home, renovate your existing property, add more living space, or install a swimming pool? Criterion provides professional building permit services for residential projects throughout Victoria. We help homeowners, owner-builders, designers and builders navigate approval requirements with confidence, ensuring projects can progress smoothly from concept to construction.
Navigating the Building Permit Process
Navigating the building permit process can be one of the most challenging aspects of a residential building project. Every property is different, and approval requirements can vary depending on the scope of works, site constraints, planning controls and construction methods.
At Criterion, we help simplify the process by identifying what's required, coordinating documentation, and ensuring applications are assessed efficiently, professionally and with a personal touch.
Building Permits We Can Assist With
New Homes
Building your dream home or investment property starts with the right foundations, including the approvals needed to commence construction.
Home Extensions
Create additional living space with confidence, whether you're expanding a growing family home or adding new functionality to your property.
Renovations & Alterations
From internal reconfigurations to significant structural upgrades, we ensure your project meets applicable codes and legislative requirements.
Small Second Dwellings
Assistance with permits for self-contained residential accommodation and ancillary living spaces.
Swimming Pools & Spas
Guidance and approvals for in-ground and above-ground pools, spas and associated safety barrier requirements.
Outdoor Living Areas
Enhance your property with decks, verandahs, patios, pergolas, shade sail masts and other outdoor improvements.
Garages & Ancillary Structures
Permits for garages, carports and other residential structures associated with a dwelling.
Demolition & Replacement Projects
Support for projects involving the removal of existing structures prior to redevelopment or construction.
Our Domestic Building Permit Process
1. Free Initial Consultation: Tell us about your project, property and goals. Email us, call us or lodge the form and we’ll call you back.
2. Documentation Review: We'll identify the plans, engineering and supporting documents required.
3. Compliance Assessment: Your application is reviewed against applicable Victorian building requirements.
4. Permit Issuance: Once everything is in order, your permit can be issued.
5. Build With Confidence: Move forward knowing your project has been assessed for compliance.
Why choose Criterion for your project:
- Residential Building Permit Experts: We focus on residential development and understand the regulatory requirements that affect Victorian homeowners.
- Tailored Advice: No two properties are the same. We take the time to understand your project and provide practical advice based on your specific circumstances.
- Direct Communication: We believe in keeping clients informed throughout the process with clear updates and responsive support.
- Efficient Assessment Process: Our goal is to help you avoid unnecessary delays by identifying requirements early and ensuring applications are properly prepared.
- Support for Owner-Builders: We regularly work with owner-builders and can help explain your responsibilities throughout the approval process..
