Building Permits

Building permits and approvals matter because unapproved construction, extensions or pool additions can cause problems with transfer, insurance, resale or future renovation. Buyers should ask whether the building matches approved plans and whether all major additions were properly authorised.

Some renovations, extensions, structural changes, pool works or new buildings may require approvals. Cosmetic work is different from structural change. Buyers considering renovation should check existing permits, current rules and whether planned works can be legally approved before relying on a renovation plan.